May 20, 2013

Wild Violets by Roger Klinger

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Spring is finally here. Hopefully the recent ice, sleet and snow is finally behind us and we will not have either a dogwood or blackberry frost, as the cherry and plum trees are blooming and delicious … [Read more...]

Think You Can’t Access Fresh Food? Think Again! by Susan Sides, Garden Director

Communities and individuals across the country are, out of necessity, coming up with creative ways to make it possible to affordably enjoy fresh food. Many are finding renewed community in the … [Read more...]

Get Down On Your Knees by Cat Vibert, Catvibe Creative Photography

Cherry blossoms; I took these while lying on the ground under the cherry tree.

At long last, Spring. With all the color and beauty that Spring brings, it’s almost impossible to take a bad picture. Color is everywhere, birds, little baby animals, the neon green of fresh new … [Read more...]

Cleveland County: Some Fine Spring Birding by Simon Thompson

Caption: Purple Martin

We all look forward to spring, whether it be for our first wildflowers poking their noses above the still brown forest floor, the first warm rays of the springtime sun or even the first swallow or … [Read more...]

RALEIGH REPORT: by Nathan Ramsey, District 115 NC House of Representatives

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Bill filing deadlines created a flurry of activity with approximately one thousand total bills filed in the House since the beginning of session. On April 10, the House recognized the late Ruth Graham … [Read more...]