Tag: Summer

Summer Mosquito Projections 

While often being known for its beautiful summer weather, Minnesota is also known for mosquitoes. NDSU Entomologist Dr Mark Boetel says he expects Summer of 2024 to be a harsh year for mosquitoes. Dr Boetel says there are things you can do to reduce mosquito habitats on your property.  For the full conversation with Dr…
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May 31, 2024 0

Ice Cats Summer Softball: an interview with Josh and Shelly Koenig

Earlier this week I was able to talk to Josh and Shelly Koenig of an opportunity this summer for girls interested in softball. Registrations for the Ice Cats Summer Softball team are currently in progress and I had asked Josh Koenig how the team had started. And it’s not just the Koenigs that coach the…
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March 21, 2024 0

Study Shows That 1 in 3 Americans Intentionally Skip Sunscreen 

Lake season is here! But according to a new customer study conducted by NC Solutions 1 in 3 Americans  intentionally skip sunscreen, with 28% admitting to rarely or never using it. Despite over half (58%) of Americans saying they’re worried about getting skin cancer, skin checks are left on the back burner. Surprisingly, nearly 9…
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June 28, 2023 0

Summer Program and Camp Opportunities for 4-H’ers

Ada, MN — Linda Houglum with the Norman County Extension 4-H Office joined the KRJB Kaleidoscope Program recently to share information about the upcoming events and activities that area 4-H’ers can participate in this summer. Coming up immediately following this year’s Norman County Fair, Houglum invites 4-H and FFA Youth to explore various Ag Careers…
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May 24, 2022 0