Across the country, politicians often impose heavy fines for minor transgressions — abusing our constitutional rights.

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We recently tried the Gtech Cordless Lawnmower CLM50 and the Gtech Long Reach Hedge Trimmer HT50 £249.99 (I say we but really ...

Better mow your lawn. If you don't, your town government may fine you thousands of dollars a day. Worse, if you can't pay the ...

Six years ago, in Dunedin, Florida, Jim Ficken let his grass grow. His mom had died, and he’d left town to take care of her estate. He asked a friend to cut his grass, but that friend died, too! In ...

Fortunately, Ficken discovered the libertarian law firm, the Institute for Justice, which fights government abuse. IJ lawyer ...

In general, we’re all hearing way too much from the Trump family these days. Even if you try to avoid political news, Donald Trump and his kids are everywhere, politicizing your canned beans ...

LYLE JOSLYN ENJOYED HIS LOVE OF HUNTING AND FISHING UNTIL THE FALL OF 2022. WALKING THROUGH TALL GRASS DIDN’T WORK, AND SO I WAS STRANDED IN THE MIDDLE OF A GRASS FIELD AND I THOUGHT ...

If your lawn appears yellow and patchy, it's likely lacking essential nutrients. However, with the right nourishment, you can restore its health and vibrancy. In the spring, grass resumes growth after ...

Smokers, don't toss that lit cigarette from the car window. The National Weather Service warns that it could spark a wildfire, especially today. The NWS has issued a red flag warning from 11 a.m ...

“Her son was mowing the lawn, but he works full time and she ... Rogensues receives her fair share of resident complaints about tall grass and unshoveled snow. She knows through her experience ...

High-lift blades are ideal for mowing tall grass and collecting clippings. Sharpening your lawn mower blades is essential for maintaining a healthy lawn. To sharpen your blades, you’ll need a ...