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Whether out on your back porch or bivouacking in the backcountry, avoiding insect and pest bites is vital. This ...

The Peoria Fire Department is reminding residents that only approved fireworks are allowed to be used in the city and that possession of unapproved fireworks can result in a $250 fine.

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USE NATURAL SNAKE REPELLENTS. Grow strong-scented plants such as lemongrass, marigolds, or garlic around borders. Sprinkle crushed eggshells or naphthalene-free sulphur along paths and edges to create ...

Basil, especially the strong-scented varieties, is a great natural snake repellent. The powerful aroma of basil can cause snakes to feel uncomfortable, encouraging them to stay away.

It also suggests buying snake repellents, among other inaccurate information. “Yes, it's been very hot. Too hot for the snakes, which would rather move early and later in the day.

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From a craft beer subscription to custom golf balls, we found the best Father's Day gifts for husbands—even the ones who are especially hard to shop for.

Snake repellents and home remedies like mothballs do not deter these snakes — instead, keeping yards tidy and avoiding piles of wood or brush reduces risk. Advertisement. Advertisement.

no. 2: i came face-to-face with a copperhead, so i called a snake catcher. HERE’S WHAT HAPPENED I’ve written more than a dozen stories about copperheads, but this was my first up-close-and ...