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Fall Makes Even Parked Cars Deadly for Cats, Dogs Posted on 10/27/97 by Dan Rahn

That fall nip in the air can make even parked cars deadly to cats and dogs. A University of Georgia veterinarian says cooler weather often leads to two fatal attractions for household pets. "As the weather cools, many cats are attracted to the warmth of the car's engine," said Jim Strickland.

Boll Weevils, a Threat to the Throne Posted on 10/20/97 by

In late September, boll weevils appeared in Lowndes, Jenkins and Grady counties. Fewer than 2,500 insects were found in special field traps. Still, many cotton farmers and businessmen are worried. King Cotton just got back on the throne and boll weevils could jeopardize that position.

Hunters Need to Know: Deer Carry E. coli Posted on 10/20/97 by Dan Rahn

Georgia deer hunters like to know everything about their prey. But what most don't know is that deer can hurt them long after the hunt is over. University of Georgia scientists say deer, like cattle, carry E. coli. And many popular ways of preparing venison won't kill the potentially deadly bacteria.

Tricks of The Trade For a Treat-filled Halloween Posted on 10/20/97 by Heather Hardy

You've been hearing about it for months. Your child's ideal costume has ranged from a firefighter to Chipper Jones to one of the "Eat Mor Chikin" cows. Now it's your job to make sure his Halloween fantasies come true.

Start Now to Grow Your Own Sweet Onions Posted on 10/20/97 by George E. Boyhan

You may not have finished the Vidalia onions from last season, but commercial growers are starting now on their onion crop for next year.

Second Pot Provides TLC for Nursery Plants Posted on 10/13/97 by

You expect nursery residents to get a lot of loving care. But many trees grown in nurseries have a tough time trying to thrive in aboveground pots until they're transplanted into the ground.

Georgia Farmers Get 'Jack-o'-Lantern Crop' Ready Posted on 10/13/97 by Dan Rahn

Pumpkins make great pies. But that's not why most people buy them. "Most people get them for decorations," said Johnny Burt.

New Laws Aim to Lower Birth Defects Posted on 10/13/97 by J. Faith Peppers

Each year more than 2,500 babies born in the United States have neural tube defects such as spina bifida or anencephaly. New laws have put a solution in your grocery store.

New Wonder Lawn Now Just Around the Corner Posted on 10/06/97 by

Many Georgians dream of a lawn that doesn't require constant attention: little watering, very little mowing; a grass that grows equally well in sun and shade -- even deep shade -- and stays green all year.

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