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Nation World
Doug the ugly New Zealand potato could be world's biggest
Health
Iowa leads the nation in homes with high levels of radon
Experts recommend testing for radon every two years or after renovating.
Home Garden
Staying ahead of the heat: How to check on your air conditioning unit
Air conditioning units tend to work harder when temperatures rise above 85 degrees--here's what to look out for.
Community
Cities offering rebates to homeowners who install rain barrels
As little as a quarter-inch of rain can fill three rain barrels, which would equal 150 gallons of water.
Animals
Black bear spotting in Iowa: How to avoid unwanted visitors
The bear was seen in Dubuque County, about 80 miles north of the Quad Cities.
Home Garden
Honeybees pollinate soybeans better than the plant itself, ISU study finds
Honeybees gather pollen and help pollination, and researchers with Iowa State University say it's the same for soybeans.
Home Garden
Lowe's to offer free gardens-to-go kits every Thursday in April
The kits will be available while supplies last.
Do It Yourself
The gift of grapevines | DIY with Michele Brown
Tis the season to be thankful! Follow along with Iowa Live's Michele Brown for the latest do-it-yourself project.
Home Garden
Ag officials caution Minnesotans about 'mystery seeds' arriving in the mail
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture says the seeds should not be planted and should be reported to the state.
Home Garden
Invasive lily leaf beetle discovered in Minnesota
A St. Paul resident recently noticed an unusual insect on an Asiatic lily and called the department. Inspectors responded and confirmed the presence of the pest.
Home Garden
DIY with Michele: Giving your surroundings a more patriotic feel
Michele Brown shares how you can make your room 'pop' ahead of the 4th of July.
Producer's Picks
DIY with Michele: Festive projects ahead of the 4th of July
'Iowa Live' co-host Michele Brown shares some festive, patriotic projects ahead of the 4th of July!
Health
Iowa leads the nation in homes with high levels of radon
Experts recommend testing for radon every two years or after renovating.
Home Garden
Staying ahead of the heat: How to check on your air conditioning unit
Air conditioning units tend to work harder when temperatures rise above 85 degrees--here's what to look out for.
Community
Cities offering rebates to homeowners who install rain barrels
As little as a quarter-inch of rain can fill three rain barrels, which would equal 150 gallons of water.
Animals
Black bear spotting in Iowa: How to avoid unwanted visitors
The bear was seen in Dubuque County, about 80 miles north of the Quad Cities.
Home Garden
Honeybees pollinate soybeans better than the plant itself, ISU study finds
Honeybees gather pollen and help pollination, and researchers with Iowa State University say it's the same for soybeans.
Home Garden
Lowe's to offer free gardens-to-go kits every Thursday in April
The kits will be available while supplies last.
Do It Yourself
The gift of grapevines | DIY with Michele Brown
Tis the season to be thankful! Follow along with Iowa Live's Michele Brown for the latest do-it-yourself project.
Home Garden
Ag officials caution Minnesotans about 'mystery seeds' arriving in the mail
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture says the seeds should not be planted and should be reported to the state.
Home Garden
Invasive lily leaf beetle discovered in Minnesota
A St. Paul resident recently noticed an unusual insect on an Asiatic lily and called the department. Inspectors responded and confirmed the presence of the pest.
Home Garden
DIY with Michele: Giving your surroundings a more patriotic feel
Michele Brown shares how you can make your room 'pop' ahead of the 4th of July.
Producer's Picks
DIY with Michele: Festive projects ahead of the 4th of July
'Iowa Live' co-host Michele Brown shares some festive, patriotic projects ahead of the 4th of July!
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