The board of directors of the Upper Big Blue Natural Resources District has named Sara Weisheit of Henderson and Evan Frink of Hastings as recipients of 2025 Burke Scholarships. Garret Ostrander of...

With the weather warming up, it’s hard not to think about spring—and for many of us, spring means gardening! But not everyone has the space at home to grow their own vegetables and flowers. That’s...

Community group to receive NRD funds for new park project Whether you’re looking to “walk a dog or cast a rod,” a new linear park running along the bank of the Big Blue River in Beaver Crossing will...

Connecting on Conservation Farmer Field Day Event Held For farmers just thinking about getting started with regenerative agriculture practices, one of the most important resources to consider is...

Do you have old cleaners, paint, pesticides, or other chemicals piling up in your basement, garage, or farm shed? Perhaps you suspect they are potentially dangerous to keep around, but you’re not sure...

When is the right time to prune a maple tree? How much should I take off when pruning an apple tree? Where is the right spot to make the cut? And when should I call a professional arborist? These...