[History]
Burma Shave drawing entries
Monday, April 26, 2004
Enjoy the amusing entries in our Burma Shave contest.
Do you remember riding in the car just waiting for the
series of red-and-white signs with catch phrases on
them? The signs were the famous Burma Shave
ads that were all the rage in the early days of
highway travel, through the ‘30s, ‘40s, and ‘50s,
although many lasted into the ‘60s and...
[General Information]
Go native! (native plants, that is)
Sunday, February 26, 2006
Native plants are tougher than nails. Plant them in your yard or garden and free yourself from fussing over your landscape.
"Native Iowa plants are as tough as they come," says Inger Lamb, native landscape expert, president of the Iowa Prairie Network and founder of Iowa Native Lands. "Think about it," she explains, "for thousands of years, native plants in Iowa faced every kind of adverse plant environment you can think...
[Holidays]
Mother’s Day remembrances
Thursday, April 15, 2004
Give thanks to your mother who has given you so much.
A short history of the holiday
Mothers have been formally honored in celebrations as far back as ancient Greece, in honor of Rhea, the mother of the gods. Later, in the 17th century England, Mothering Sunday gave servants the day off to go home to visit their mothers. In the United States, the idea...
[Safety]
Plan ahead for proper grain bin clearance
Sunday, May 01, 2005
When you build or move a grain bin, be sure to locate it a safe distance from power lines.
In you are planning to build a new grain bin on your farm (or move an existing bin), please contact your local Touchstone Energy Cooperative to help you in making sure it is located a safe distance from overhead power lines. They will provide the assistance you need for a safe environment for those ...
[Safety]
Power-friendly tree planting
Tuesday, February 27, 2007
Plant trees far enough away from power lines to avoid power disruption - and to ensure safety.
"I think that I shall never see
A poem as lovely as a tree."
This famous poem by Joyce Kilmer reminds us that trees are a lovely part of our Iowa landscape - and spring is tree-planting time!
As you plan for spring planting, however, keep in mind that if you are thinking of lands...
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