With nighttime frost and freezing temperatures in the forecast, a fruit crop specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach reminds strawberry producers of the importance of keeping their plants covered.
There’s an unmistakable chill in the air as fall slowly creeps into winter. Keeping roads in their best shape to ensure you get where you want to go, no matter the season is our goal at the Iowa Department of Transportation. As the weather changes, our focus is keeping the roads as clear as possible and giving you the information you need to make smarter, safer travel decisions. What you can do to prepare for the months ahead Winterize your vehicle - To minimize the possibility of a breakdown, get your vehicle tuned up. Check your vehicle’s wipers, hoses, battery, alternator, belts, tires, brakes, exhaust system, lights, and fluid levels. Make sure your vehicle’s heater and defroster are in good working order and you travel with plenty of gas in your tank. A breakdown is frustrating on a good day but can be dangerous during wintery weather.
A band made up primarily of former Sidney High School musicians are making their rounds under the name “The Southwest Seven.” Nicole Zavadil, the band instructor, said the first notion of the musical group came up during a conversation with then high school senior Cale Phillips. Zavadil, who taught guitar to Cale during his senior year, said the two talked about someday starting a band as a fun hobby or side project.
bot” (Bunting), “Ben Franklin and His First Kite” (Krensky), and “Annie and Snowball and the Pink Surprise” (Rylant). If your child or grandchild, likes to tackle new words and read on his own, there are books for them, too. In Step 3 books, the library has “Arthur’s Reading Trick” (Brown), “Buster Plays Along” (Brown), “Minnie and Moo Go to Paris” (Cazet), “Lo-Jack and the Pirates” (Hooks) and others. A few suggestions of simple chapter books are “Minnie and Moo Go to Paris” (Cazet), “Prairie School” (Avi), “Poodle and Hound” (Lasky), and “The Sweet Story of Hot Chocolate” (Krensky). Learning to read is an exciting time in a child’s life and the staff at the library enjoys sharing in the experience. We are happy to help all ages find their next favorite book. During October, the library has books for sale in the basement. There is a wide selection of fiction and nonfiction books for all ages and numerous cookbooks. For a freewill donation, they can be yours.
rennial border include na-tives such as switchgrass (Panicum virgatum ), Indian grass (Sorghastrum nutans) and big bluestem (Andropogon gerardi). Other species that perform well in Iowa include feather reed grass (Calamagrostis × acutiflora), Japanese silvergrass (Miscanthus sinensis), purple moor grass (Molinia caerulea) and giant miscanthus (Miscanthus ‘Giganteus’). Most of these species have several different cultivars with different sizes, colors and variegation, and some even feature great fall color. What grasses are good for shady areas?
Nancy Black, Tribune Content Agency TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (10/14/22). Fall in love again this year.
It took four sets, but the Sidney volleyball team was able to top Fremont-Mills in their final home match of the 2022 season on Tuesday, Oct. 4. The match honored seniors who were playing their final match on the home court. And the night was dedicated to former Sidney High School student Zayne Osborne, who is currently battling cancer. Fremont Mills High School joined Sidney in honoring Zayne’s cancer fight and t-shirts were sold and worn in Zayne’s honor. Pictured are members of the Sidney team wearing their t-shirts. Scores from the Tuesday match were 25-11, 21-25, 25-19 and 25-18. Sidney stat leaders were as follows: Kaden Payne hit for 19 kills and Addy Haning had 13. Avery Dowling set for 44 assists. Dowling, Fallon Sheldon and Mia Foster all served for two aces. Dig leaders were Emily Hutt, 15; and Eve Brumbaugh and Aunika Hayes, 14 each.
There’s no doubt that Iowans know what’s best for Iowa! So, when I first took office, I knew there was no better way to hear from my constituents than to visit every county, every year. The 99 County Tour has become a tradition in Iowa, started by my friend and partner in the Senate, Chuck Grassley.
Ron Robinson of Hamburg grew a 7.5 lbs sweet potato in the community garden that he helps plant and maintain each year. .
Every year as we enter the fall season, it becomes clear why ornamental grasses are great additions to the landscape. They offer color, texture, movement and a bit of sophistication to the garden. Ornamental grasses are grown for their ornamental colors, patterns, forms and/or flowers.