Many America in Bloom communities dream of taking their local efforts to the next level by forming a nonprofit organization. But figuring out how to actually do it can feel overwhelming. Where do you start? What does it cost? Who should be involved? How do you keep it running smoothly once it’s form...

Golf attracts millions of enthusiasts every year. According to the USGA 2025 Golf Scorecard, a record 82 million rounds were posted in 2025, marking an 8.2% year-over-year increase. More than 94% of those rounds were recreational. For some time, golf has had a reputation as an expensive hobby exclus...

Trees are very important to our world. They help with landscape aesthetics, shade, food production, wildlife habitat and much more. Now is a great time to plant a tree. Correct planting and post-planting care will ensure a long-lived tree. Diversity Deciding what tree to plant is very important and ...

The Adirondack Railroad Beer & Wine Trains are getting ready to roll in for a new season. In addition to the Utica Beer & Wine Train, two new offerings will be available in 2026: the Old Forge Ales on Rails and the Tupper Lake Taps & Tracks. The original Utica Beer & Wine Train departs Union Station...

Great nature photography doesn’t start with expensive gear – it starts with paying better attention. In just 15 minutes, you can train your eye, sharpen your instincts and take photos you’ll actually want to show off. All you need is the camera you already carry every day. Pick up your smart phone. ...

Dear Paw’s Corner: I want to take my 2-year-old dog Halley on hikes this summer, but I’m terrified that she will get Lyme disease. What will happen to her? – Jim T., Hyde Park, NY Dear Jim: I commend you for being concerned about the risk of contracting Lyme disease. However, I don't want you to cha...

There is a drawer in my kitchen that makes the most awful noise every time it’s opened. I live in a plainly built house, one constructed long before the regular use of drawer runners and fancy systems. My drawers are simple, wooden, the kind you pull out – but not too far or they will drop down, or ...

Applications for the National Farmers Union’s Beginning Farmer Institute (BFI) are open. The application deadline is July 1 . The BFI is a free, online, 10-week intensive program intended to improve the health of your farm business. The program is open to producers ages 18 and up and is inclusive of...

Vehicles continue to get more expensive. The automotive experts at Kelley Blue Book indicate the average American car buyer paid $50,080 for a new vehicle in September 2025, which was the first time the average price for a new car ever topped $50,000. More drivers are looking for ways to push their ...