Selective weed control balances traditional lawn aesthetics with sustainability. Americans spend billions of dollars and countless hours managing pristine, weed-free lawns surrounding their homes. The modern approach to lawn care requires large inputs of chemicals, water, fuel, and labor. Credit:Getty Images Lessons from earlier lawn management practices tell us our approach to weeds doesnt have to be all or nothing. Maintaining a healthy and diverse lawn is a balancing act....

Here’s how to banish bacteria from the most germ-ridden place in your home. Sometimes you might rest on your laurels after you complete a task. Unfortunately, cleaning your kitchen sink isn’t one of those times. Credit: Getty Images This is true even if your sink doesn’tlookdirty. So how often do you really need toclean your kitchen sink? Perhaps even more importantly, how do you sanitize your kitchen sink and get rid of those pesky germs?...

Here’s what designers have to say. “Absolutely not,” declares Birmingham decoratorNicole Roby. “Homes are an extension of people and families, and therefore homes evolve just like we do. Credit: Carmel Brantley A homes design is ever evolving to suit the changing needs of its inhabitants, she says. In my case, its constantreupholsteryto suit a four year old, a cat, and a dog. “The decorating is never really donehow sad would that be?...

If you tap on links we provide, we may receive compensation. We’ve been waiting 50 years for this! Fifty years after she publishedAre You There God? Credit:Karjean Levine/Getty Images Lionsgate has committed to a green light on a film with a budget in the $30 million range. Fremon Craig is set to direct her scripted adaptation with Brooks producing. After 50 years it’s about time!" “It is this rite of passage for women and girls,” Fremon Craig toldDeadline....

Here’s how to use the right fat in your cooking. Those pretty clear glass olive oil containers may be stylish, but they aren’t practical. Store olive oil in its original dark-colored bottle or opt for opaque decorative containers. Credit: Getty/fcafotodigital Getting to know all the varieties will ensure you’re using the right one for the task at hand. When Not To Use Olive Oil Not every cooking task calls for olive oil....

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“I would do whatever was necessary to help this puppy.” The dog had been struck by a vehicle and left in the rain. When McCay got to the dog, her back legs were covered in blood and appeared to be broken. Credit:Courtesy Dylan McCay She deserved a chance at life. McCay was also in shock. The other leg would need reconstructive surgery. Credit:Courtesy Emily Roberts They saved both of the dog’s legs and began a rigorous rehabilitation treatment....

Arkansas heavenly tomato cake is incredibly moist, tender, and chocolaty. You’ll never know there is tomato juice in the batter. We hadn’t either. Credit:Morgan Hunt Glaze; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Stylist: Christina Daley We’re all ears. What Is Arkansas Heavenly Tomato Cake? Some people in theSouthern LivingTest Kitchen said this dessert reminded them ofdevil’s food cake! Credit:Morgan Hunt Glaze; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Stylist: Christina Daley...

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After suffering hurricane devastation, Asheville neighbors are coming together to make holiday magic. So, when a year-round Christmas store needed assistance, Asheville’s Wall Street rallied around to help. When visitingAsheville, one noticeable aspect is the presence of locally owned businesses. Olde World Christmas Shoppe found a temporary home for the holidays inside Indian restaurant Botiwalla.Credit:Courtesy Jennifer Prince All of which were under siege in late September. “We woke up to absolute, utter destruction....

Now, they need our help. And we really thought, worst-case scenario, 6 to 12 inches, Chumbley said. All 34 staff members have been accounted for as well. Credit:Brother Wolf Animal Rescue The physical animal shelter and its buildings, however, were devastated by flood waters. Chumbley showed up the next day to assess the damage. Everything we have is gone. Credit:Brother Wolf Animal Rescue So all of these communities that have been impacted are ones that we serve....

Were putting one foot in front of the other. Theres no saying how long well be without water and power. Beloved communities are simply no morewiped from their foundations and swept up in a current of muddy detritus. Credit:Courtesy of East Fork We still dont know how many lives have been lost. Today, the brand launched a30% off seconds and overstock saleof existing inventory to fundraise. Your purchases will help us keep payroll going as we all get back on our feet....

“I just want to put respect on the name of pudding again.” She weaves personal history with Southern history, Appalachian history, and Black history. And as for the recipes, “Drunken Sweet Potato Pudding” had me hooked instantly. Credit:Photo: Johnny Autry; Food Styling: Micah Morton This drunken sweet potato pudding is far from cafeteria food. Shanti infuses fresh, roasted sweet potato, vanilla, andyesbourbon for her own spin on it. Growing up, Shanti’s mom would serve pudding after dinnerwarm or cold....