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Services
Salem United Methodist Church, 230 Boozy Creek Road, Blountville, will have services Sunday at 8:30 a.m., 10:45 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Ten graduates from high school and college will be honored at the 10:45 a.m. service. All three services will feature a ministry presentation from Teen Challenge of Knoxville. Lunch will be provided after the 10:45 a.m. service. Cost is by donation.
First Presbyterian Church, 100 W. Church Circle, Kingsport, will hold services at 8:45 and 11 a.m. Sunday with the Rev. David Cagle preaching a sermon entitled "A Hopeful Message." For more information, call the church office at (423) 245-0104 or visit firstpreskingsport.org.
Boones Creek United Methodist Church, 110 Mary St., off Highway 126, will hold a service at 10:45 a.m., Sunday with the message "Remembering Our Freedom." A Spring Renewal Service will be led by the Rev. Todd Adams from May 30 to June 1 at 7 p.m. Sunday school begins at 9:30 a.m. each Sunday. Bible Study is also offered every Sunday at 6 p.m A contemporary service is held every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m.
Norton United Methodist Church, 8th Street at Virginia Avenue, Norton, will observe Memorial Day with a service of prayer and remembrance at 11 a.m., Sunday. Pianist Frank Gentry will present a prelude of traditional Christian music at 10:50 a.m. The church also leads outreach worship at Mountain View Regional Medical Center at 10 a.m., Sundays
Glenwood Community Church, 2524 McMurray Hollow Road, Hiltons, Va. will hold services Sunday with Ronnie Horne preaching at 11 a.m. and Kenneth Neeley preaching at 6 p.m.
Calvary Freewill Baptist Church, 965 Fordtown Rd, Kingsport, will hold two Memorial Day services for all veterans at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m., Sunday. Jeff Millsap and New Creation will sing at 6 p.m.
Orebank Freewill Baptist Church, 5663 Orebank Road, Kingsport, will hold services at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m., Sunday with Ted Riner preaching.
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Which rose?
In Colorado, where the stunning landscape is also challenging and water consumption is a perennial concern, knowing which roses will fare well with the least amount of water can be the best way to narrow the field
People assume that all roses take a lot of water but the truth is that a lot of the species roses, as well as a lot of the modern shrub roses, really require less water than traditional hybrid tea roses, says Matt Douglas, owner of Denver's High Country Roses.
"Many roses, primarily the species roses, can be incorporated into landscaping in nearly xeric conditions," he says. "These include the Rosa glauca and the Rosa woodsii. The drought-resistant woodsii is not considered the most beautiful, but it fits the bill for low water needs."
His personal favorite is Rosa glauca, or redleaf rose.
"It's a fantastic shrub; once a year it blossoms with tiny pink buds," Douglas says. "It can grow up to 6 feet and will survive in nearly waterless conditions once established." A similar rose is the Austrian copper, which produces an orange flower, blooms once a year, and does well in this climate.
Rosa glauca also is a designated rose for Plant Select, the cooperative program administered by Denver Botanic Gardens and Colorado State University in concert with horticulturists and nurseries throughout the Rocky Mountain region and beyond. Plant Select (plantselect.org ) identifies and distributes the best plants for landscapes and gardens from the intermountain region to the high plains.
"This is a great resource for anyone who wants to identify plants that will thrive here," Douglas says. Another Plant Select-designated rosebush is "Ruby Voodoo." It's "a double-bloom, very fragrant, modern hybrid that is a good choice for a first-time rose gardener," Douglas says.
For history lovers, High Country's repertoire includes five varieties of Fairmount roses. These are roses found in east Denver's Fairmount Cemetery and propagated about 20 years ago. At its 1890 founding, Fairmount (fairmountheritagefoundation.org) was the largest developed landscape of its time west of the Mississippi.
High Country Roses owner Matt Douglas says roses will do well in dry conditions if you choose well-adapted varieties. (RJ Sangosti, The Denver Post)
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Thursday, May 22nd, 2014 Issue 21, Volume 18.
FALLBROOK Palm trees survive well in Fallbrook and can be found lining majestic driveways as well as providing a tropical, ornamental touch to a front or back yard landscape.
One of the greatest benefits of a palm tree is that it does not lose it leaves all at once and can provide instant beautification to just about any spot in a landscape. Most importantly, palm trees are low maintenance plants. They run a close second to conifers in the level of attention they require beyond the basics. And, to top it off, theyre fairly easy to plant, too.
Let there be light
All plants have preferences when it comes to light. Some like full sun, while others prefer shade. Palm trees are no different. Its important to research the type of palm one is planting; otherwise, the results may be less than satisfactory. Fortunately, there are more varieties of palms than one can shake a frond at they vary in size from small (10 to 20 feet for a Windmill Palm) to very large (the 50 foot tall, aptly-named Queen Palm).
Planting a shade-loving palm in full sun produces a burnt and eventually dead tree; while planting a sun-loving palm in the shade gives you a weaker tree with a thicker trunk and stretched-out leaves.
The highs and lows of temperature
Another concern people have with the tropical-appearing palm is temperature. Actually, palm trees grow in almost all climate zones, depending on the type of palm. As with light, good research into temperature needs or better yet, asking an expert at Grangettos Farm & Garden Supply in Fallbrook is crucial to having a healthy, happy palm tree.
Soil
Most palms fare pretty well in both soil types, acid or alkaline. There are a few that are more particular in their needs. The Queen Palm, for instance, prefers acidic soil. However, with the amazing variety from which to choose, it should be no problem selecting the perfect tree ones soil type. One piece of advice for all palms: the soil must have good drainage.Using a soil amendment such as Kellogg Palm and Cactus Mix when planting in pots or mix with the native soil when planting the ground will help give the new palms good drainage.
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We have all been there: You spent hours planting a flower bed or manicuring the lawn, only to have the family pet wreak havoc on the whole thing. Sharing a yard with a dog or cat does have its challenges, but with a little careful planning, you can create an outdoor space that both humans and animals can enjoy. Check out advice from gardening experts to start this summers outdoor experience off on the right footand paw.
Designate a pet-friendly section
Save yourself the headache and design a landscape around your dog or cats behavior, suggests gardening expert gardenerMelinda Myers.
Take dogs, for instance, who tend to trample over the same patch of grass until its muddy and worn. Instead of planting something beautiful over their stomping grounds, work with the running path.
Mulch to reduce the mud if he has worn the grass down to soil level, Myers says. Then strategically place plantings next to the running path to create some added beauty.
One important thing to note: Avoid cocoa bean mulch, which can be toxic and even deadly to some dogs, and wood mulch, which contains lots of twigs that can puncture your pets mouth, she adds.
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Fallen branches: When a storm is forecast, stop putting branches and limbs out for pick-up. Smaller vegetative debris can be placed in containers for regular trash pickup.
Before a storm hits, there will usually be several days of rain bands that also bring wind that could dislodge branches and other vegetative debris. The day before a storm, pick up all of the limbs, branches and palm fronds in your yard so they dont become missiles, said Christine Kelly-Begazo, director of the Indian River County Extension Office. Because there is no trash pick-up at this time, stow the debris in a secure outbuilding.
Food crops: Coconuts can detach from trees and damage property; remove them. This is also the time to harvest any food crops that are ready or almost ready to be used.
Plants and ornaments: Bring in potted plants. Stow landscape ornaments, lawn furniture, grills, pool toys and anything that cannot be secured. Remember to never use a grill or generator indoors or in an attached garage; they produce deadly carbon monoxide and other toxic gases.
Pools: Some people will remove some water from an in-ground pool to prevent it from topping over and flooding the house. Be aware that an under-filled pool can pop like a boat from saturated ground. The Florida Swimming Pool Association recommends draining only one or two feet of water and only if the pool surround lacks adequate drainage and a structure is threatened if the pool floods. After removing some water, clean out debris and traps and shock the pool. After the chlorine has had a chance to circulate, turn off circuit breakers to the pool pump and filters before the storm hits.
Mow the lawn: This may be your last chance to mow for a while.
Check yard, pool and storm drains: Unclog drains to help stormwater flow off the property as quickly as possible.
Bring exotic fish, reptiles and birds into a secure place: Exotics including pythons that escaped into the wild after Hurricane Andrew are costing Floridians, Florida businesses and state coffers untold money and effort in an effort to control their spreading offspring. Dont let exotics escape if your home is damaged or ponds overflow.
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Published: 04:54 EST, 23 May 2014 | Updated: 07:49 EST, 23 May 2014
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A collection of pictures has offered a glimpse inside the heavenly 4.5 million mansion which, according to legend, was lost by Lawrence of Arabia star Omar Sharif in a high-stakes card game just days after he bought it in the decedent heyday of the 1970s.
Nestled in a 7,000 metre sq complex built out of a volcanic quarry on the Spanish island of Lanzarote, the mansion, named Casa Omar Sharif because of its apparent connection to the Hollywood star, offers sweeping views, a private pool, lavish furnishings and private tunnels through the unique surrounding landscape.
Omar Sharif, then one of the world's most desirable actors, is said to have fallen in love with the property while he was on the island filming The Mysterious Island in 1973 and bought it on the spot.
A collection of photographs has offered a glimpse inside the heavenly 4.5 million mansion, pictured, which, according to legend, was lost by Laurence of Arabia star Omar Sharif in a high-stakes card game
Nestled in a 7,000 metre sq complex built out of a volcanic quarry on the Spanish island of Lanzarote, the mansion is named Casa Omar Sharif because of its apparent connection to the Hollywood star
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BULVERDE-- Johnson Ranch is the latest development going up in Comal County.
Eventually 950 homes on 767-acres will become the front porch of the Texas Hill Country in Bulverde.
Johnson Ranch Elementary School in the Comal ISD is at the front of the development.
DH Investments donated land for the school in 2008 when it had to delay plans for the development due to the slow economy. The Johnson Ranch has been a thriving cattle ranch for more than 60 years.
DH Investments is working closely with Johnson family members to preserve the character of the ranch.
"Were doing what we can to help take in some of that history. Were doing things with our amenities plans for our amenities center that really link to their heritage and naming streets and naming neighborhoods after the cattle ranching operation. Theres a lot of ranching heritage on this ranch that were trying to capitalize on," said Charlie Hill, Vice-President of DH Investments.
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