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The bamboo bamboozle

These days, bamboo is more than just a food source for pandas. Since it grows so quickly, bamboo has become a go-to plant for individuals seeking a natural privacy screen. "In ideal conditions, there's been bamboo recorded to grow 39 inches a day," said Ted Meredith, author of "Bamboo for Gardens." "I had a bamboo I measured grow 13 inches in one day. That's pretty neat. You can almost watch it grow." According to researchers ...

June 24, 2011 | Brandee A. Thomas | Life top stories


Pick a healthier picnic

Summertime is officially here and that's the prime season for backyard barbecues. Despite the oppressive heat, many folks look forward to warmer weather because it means picnic tables will be overflowing with goodies like potato salad, juicy burgers and sweet treats. But though they're delicious, they may not always be the healthiest food choices. No need to fret though - with a few simple tweaks you can give some of your summertime favorites a healthier twist. ...

June 22, 2011 | Brandee A. Thomas | Life top stories


Young Jefferson pianist recently toured Italy

If you closed your eyes and listened to Sean VanMeter tickle the ivories, you'd notice he plays with the confidence and skill of the great maestros.

June 20, 2011 | Brandee A. Thomas | Life top stories


Cooking like Dad

Daunte Gibbs can really burn in the kitchen.

June 19, 2011 | Brandee A. Thomas | Life top stories


Increase in female church leaders a ‘natural progression’

Although it may not seem like it now, there was a time when women weren't accepted in leadership positions within the church.

June 18, 2011 | Brandee A. Thomas | Life top stories


The war on privet

When a landscaper arranges a garden, they typically put specific plants in certain areas - confident they will stay in that one place.

June 16, 2011 | Brandee A. Thomas | Life top stories


Heritage center picks 3 winning recipes in cookie contest

Typically, art filling the gallery at the Georgia Heritage Center for the Arts is meant to be admired indefinitely.

June 15, 2011 | Brandee A. Thomas | Life top stories


Gainesville's John Hopkins takes his mom as date to CMT Awards

It was a great night for Georgia-based bands last Wednesday at Nashville's Bridgestone Arena, as several groups with Georgia ties took the stage for the CMT Awards, and a few took home the show's coveted buckles.

June 14, 2011 | Tasha Biggers | Life top stories


Gardening course for educators utilizes multiple subjects to engage students

While their students are settling into the lazy days of summer vacation, a group of area teachers have taken on new roles as pupils in the Summer Master Gardener Program for Educators.

June 13, 2011 | Brandee A. Thomas | Life top stories


‘Days of Our Lives’ actor with Gainesville ties now ventures into movies

Although "Days of our Lives" has drawn in millions of viewers over its 46-year television history, the character of Will Horton has given local audiences a new reason to watch for the past year.

June 12, 2011 | Brandee A. Thomas | Life top stories


Capitol chaplain says he’ll rely on prayer, avoid politics

WASHINGTON - The Rev. Patrick Conroy says he won't be trying to convert anyone as he gets rolling as chaplain of the U.S. House of Representatives, which includes 39 Jews, three Buddhists and two Muslims.

June 11, 2011 | By Rob Hotakainen McClatchy Newspapers | Life top stories


Cures from the garden

Hundreds of years ago, it was common for folks to search their gardens or neighboring woods to find treatments for their ailments.

June 10, 2011 | Brandee A. Thomas | Life top stories


Cure your Father’s Day gift anxiety

Home-cured bacon? Sounds like one of those things the average person wouldn't in a million years attempt.

June 08, 2011 | By Alison Ladman Associated Press | Life top stories


Local Red Hatters celebrate 9 years of 'enjoying life'

In 1998, Sue Ellen Cooper presented her friend with a red fedora and poem for her 55th birthday.

June 07, 2011 | Brandee A. Thomas | Life top stories


Girls form a group to go to school without makeup

Abandoning blush, eye liner, eye shadow, foundation, mascara, and lipstick can be a dangerous move for a high school girl.

June 06, 2011 | By KATIE DUNN Times regional staff | Life top stories


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Simple, quick & tasty meals for mom on Mother's Day

Quiche has a reputation as a complicated dish. And I'm not sure why.

May 08, 2013 | By J.M. Hirsch Associated Press | Life top stories


Online farmers market kicks off selling season Friday

The Northeast Georgia Locally Grown online farmers market will kick off the beginning of its fourth season selling local and sustainably grown foods from all across North Georgia at 9 p.m. Friday, May 10.

May 07, 2013 | From staff reports | Life top stories


Saint's photos capture the world around him

Former Gainesville resident Rick Saint always wanted to travel the world. When the opportunity arose to teach in Korea, Saint took it.

May 07, 2013 | J.K. Devine | Life top stories


Chestatee grad gets Student Academy Award nod

A day before his 22nd birthday, Matthew Kiel got an early and unexpected birthday present - a nomination for his stop-motion movie in the 40th annual Student Academy Awards.

May 07, 2013 | J.K. Devine | Life top stories


Calming canines offer stress relief to UNG students during final exams

Sure, surfing for funny pet photos online is a quick way to reduce stress and forget your troubles.

May 05, 2013 | Savannah King | Life top stories


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