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Wine without Pretense: Must have read that elsewhere

Two words glimmer like a lighthouse to me during February in Northeast Georgia — Florida Keys. Read More
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Wheeler: Celebrate the numerous benefits of trees

Arbor Day in Georgia is Feb. 17 this year, and it is a great celebration of the environment, nature and trees in our community. Read More
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Cannon: Witch hazel is a lovely tree for winter

As a gardener, I am always in to finding and planting new trees, shrubs and flowers. I especially like to find and share with others some of my favorite plants for a winter garden. Read More
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Eyes of the Father: The joy of being found

Chloe and Cole are not very good at hide and seek. We played the game in the house the other day. I told them to go hide somewhere and I would be "it." I told them I would count to 20, then come looking for them. If I found them, I won. If I didn't find them, they won. Read More
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Wheeler: Select quality plants at the garden center

Now is one of the better times to plant new additions to our landscapes. Planting now will give trees and shrubs a better chance of getting established before the heat of summer hits like a ton of bricks. Read More
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'I'm not Her' a tender teenage tale

As much as I hate to admit there is a genre of literature that often gets under my skin, modern teen fiction is it (I refuse to acknowledge anything involving sparkly vampires and relationship-sadistic girls). Read More
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Wheeler: Take steps to prevent blossom end rot

I see it year after year in the Extension Office. Clients come in wondering what to do about their tomatoes or peppers that are being laid to waste by disease. Read More
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Wheeler: Grass and trees don’t always mix

Here in Hall County people are generally very passionate about their lawns. Many want a nice turfed area, even under trees. But sometimes that reality is harder to come by even when everything has been planned out perfectly. Read More
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Around the Home: Hate washing dishes? Turn on some music to liven it up

Music can make your soul sing. It can definitely boost your mood when you’re feeling down. Read More
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‘Thirteenth Tale’ inspires fiction debate

This week's book review is a little different from what I normally do. Lately, I have been reviewing either new releases, or sharing my lists of favorites in a particular theme. Read More
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Wheeler: Planting mistakes can ruin landscape plants

You invest a lot of money and high hopes in landscape plants. You certainly do not want them to fizzle when you get them in the ground. Read More
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