CALENDAR 11 hr ago | Add a comment For more information, call the phone number or use the e-mail or Web address provided. To submit home and garden items for the calendar, call Heather Warlick at 475-4098 or e-mail hwarlick@...

Project of the week 11 hr ago | Add a comment There was a time when a professional woodworker finished his training by making a sturdy, handsome tool chest in which to carry and store his tools. Before the era of mass production, a...

Remember Pilgrims’ sacrifices as holiday nears 11 hr ago | Add a comment It is Thanksgiving week, when we continue the great American tradition of reflecting on the annual harvest, enjoying the fellowship of family and celebrating our many blessings. Our Pilgrim...

Home style is going green 13 hr ago | Add a comment Q: We are a yuppie couple — I guess that’s what you’d call us. We have a nice center-hall Colonial, two children, as well as plans to redecorate. Everyone is talking about...

Wintering your geraniums Wed, Nov 19, 2008 | Add a comment Q. How can I overwinter my geraniums? A. Although geraniums can be overwintered, this can result in carry-over of diseases and insects pests from year to year; so it may be best to purchase new...

Winter work for your garden Wed, Nov 19, 2008 | Add a comment Winter is a great time to prune and trim plants while they are dormant. It's easier deciding what branches need to go with the leaves out of the way. It's also good for the plants, because when...

When it comes to acting, it’s a dog-eat-dog world Wed, Nov 19, 2008 | Add a comment NORMAN — Since her son moved to Wisconsin exactly two years ago, my colleague, Jane, has become quite attached to her 4-year-old Yorkshire terrier mix, Roz. In fact, Roz pretty much rules...

Edmond church plans Safety Day Wed, Nov 19, 2008 | Add a comment CONSTRUCTION Duffy crossing reopensWork is complete at the Duffy Street railroad crossing.

Oklahoma Orchid Society to sell plants Tue, Nov 18, 2008 | Add a comment Orchid society to sell plants Want to take a special centerpiece to your Thanksgiving dinner? Show up with a potted orchid and delight your host or hostess. The Oklahoma Orchid Society will hold a...

Growing orchids woman’s passion Mon, Nov 17, 2008 | Add a comment DALLAS — The personalities that gravitate to the world of competitive orchid-growing know the size of the gardener’s greenhouse doesn’t matter nearly as much as the depth of the...

OSU researchers receive grants for biofuel study Mon, Nov 17, 2008 | Add a comment STILLWATER -- A group of researchers at Oklahoma State University has received a $20 million grant to work on converting grasses into biofuels. The Oklahoma Experimental Program to Stimulate...

Gifts can fuel genealogy interest Sun, Nov 16, 2008 | Add a comment Here are some creative ways to celebrate your family history during the holiday season: →Collect small flags that symbolize a state or country representing a family origin and put them on a...

Violas, pansies durable plants Sun, Nov 16, 2008 | Add a comment Pansies and violas are planted in the fall, and they bloom until late spring when temperatures get too hot. Without a doubt, these are the best value for your gardening dollar. They are so good...

Geraniums can be overwintered Mon, Nov 17, 2008 | Add a comment Q: How can I keep my geraniums over winter? A: Although geraniums can be overwintered, this can result in carry-over of diseases and insect pests from year to year. So, it may be best to buy new...

Q&A with Mike Edwards Sat, Nov 15, 2008 | Add a comment You think bowling is easy? Meet Tulsa native and resident Mike Edwards. The professional bowler knows how difficult the sport can be, recently starting his 27th season on tour with the Professional...

IN BRIEF: Norman Fri, Nov 14, 2008 | Add a comment Model trains featured The Central Oklahoma Garden Railroad Society will have a G Scale model railroad layout operating from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. today and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday at the Norman Depot, 200...

Oklahoma City, Edmond banks taking donations Fri, Nov 14, 2008 | Add a comment Banks taking donations Care package items for U.S. troops abroad can be brought to participating IBC Banks through Nov. 30. Two IBC Bank branches in Edmond are taking donations: 421 S Santa Fe Ave....

Connecticut court ruling allows gay couples to wed Wed, Nov 12, 2008 | Comments 1 WEST HARTFORD, Conn. — Same-sex couples exchanged vows Wednesday for the first time in Connecticut amid cheers and tears of joy. Surrounded by red roses and smiles, Jody Mock and Elizabeth...

What's Hot on this year's wish lists Fri, Nov 14, 2008 | Add a comment The surprise item on a lot of wish lists this year is the portable navigation devices. They offer travel guides and restaurant reviews, helpful points of interest like landmarks, hotels, ATMs and...

Moore library to host video game day Tue, Nov 11, 2008 | Add a comment MOORE — There will be a video game day for teens from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at Moore Public Library, 225 S Howard Ave. Game-On is an event that allows teens to gather in a safe...