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City of Indianola Fall Cleanup in October

On October 18, Indianola residents can bring a single truckload of electronics and scrap appliances to the city’s Brush Facility. This fall cleanup has no curbside pick-up, ensuring a direct and efficient disposal process for large or outdated items.

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 City of Indianola Fall Cleanup in October
Massachusetts cranberry bogs are being given a second life as vibrant wetlands

A growing number of cranberry bogs in Massachusetts are being converted to wetlands as local farmers exit the industry. This transformation illustrates how changing market forces and renewed focus on conservation can reshape entire landscapes.

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 Massachusetts cranberry bogs are being given a second life as vibrant wetlands
This $500K Robot Army Only Needs to Look, Smell Good

Florida’s fight against invasive Burmese pythons just took a high-tech turn. Robotic rabbits, costing $500,000 in total, now roam the Everglades, mimicking real prey to draw the snakes out of hiding.

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 This $500K Robot Army Only Needs to Look, Smell Good
Colossal Biosciences introduces trio of genetically engineered dire wolves

Colossal Biosciences has introduced three genetically engineered dire wolves named Romulus, Remus, and Khaleesi. This milestone marks a significant first step in reviving a species thought lost to history, opening new possibilities for the future of de-extinction efforts.

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 Colossal Biosciences introduces trio of genetically engineered dire wolves
Simple ways to help birds during migration season

Birds are once again taking to the skies, reminding us of our stewardship in their journey. Standing beneath the sweep of their wings, we are prompted to consider how our daily choices support this seasonal migration.

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 Simple ways to help birds during migration season
Travel Smart, Travel Green: Now, Stadler EMUs Take Stockholm’s Tourism to the Next Level

Stockholm Transport is championing eco-friendly travel by introducing 10 new Stadler EMUs along the Roslagsbanan line. This move aims to provide residents and tourists alike with a more efficient, comfortable, and sustainable way to experience Sweden’s capital.

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 Travel Smart, Travel Green: Now, Stadler EMUs Take Stockholm’s Tourism to the Next Level
David Morris Appointed Principal and Office Director of HKS Denver, Leading Expansion in Sustainable Urban Development and Mixed-Use Architecture

David Morris steps into a new role at HKS Denver, leading its expansion in sustainable urban development and mixed-use architecture. The firm’s vision centers on crafting responsibly built environments across Denver and the Mountain West region.

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 David Morris Appointed Principal and Office Director of HKS Denver, Leading Expansion in Sustainable Urban Development and Mixed-Use Architecture
Logging can lead to better hunting

Massive logging near the author’s childhood home left acres of forest bare in a matter of days. While the clear-cutting was heartbreaking to watch, it may ultimately create conditions that improve hunting opportunities over time.

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 Logging can lead to better hunting
Hurricane Erin never hit land or caused major damage, but threatened turtle nests weren’t so lucky

Hurricane Erin avoided direct landfall and spared human communities from major damage. However, the storm’s powerful surf dealt a devastating blow to threatened sea turtle nests, many of which were buried or swept away along North Carolina’s barrier islands.

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 Hurricane Erin never hit land or caused major damage, but threatened turtle nests weren’t so lucky
Gerald Winegrad: Decline of underwater grasses impedes bay restoration | COMMENTARY

Underwater grasses, once hailed as the Chesapeake Bay’s unsung heroes, are now facing a troubling decline. According to a recent commentary by Gerald Winegrad, this downturn in submerged vegetation poses a serious challenge to ongoing restoration efforts and signals broader ecological concerns.

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 Gerald Winegrad: Decline of underwater grasses impedes bay restoration | COMMENTARY
Wyoming man indicted for allegedly hitting wolf with snowmobile, bringing it to bar and killing it

A Wyoming man stands indicted for allegedly striking a wolf with a snowmobile, transporting it to a bar, and ultimately killing the animal. The incident reportedly took place in February 2024 and has since drawn national attention for its disturbing details.

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 Wyoming man indicted for allegedly hitting wolf with snowmobile, bringing it to bar and killing it
Join Pebble Hill Plantation for the Great Southeast Pollinator Census

Pebble Hill Plantation in Thomasville is inviting families and nature enthusiasts alike to join its Great Southeast Pollinator Census event this August 22-23. Visitors can learn about the importance of pollinators, participate in hands-on activities, and contribute to a region-wide citizen science project dedicated to protecting these essential creatures.

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 Join Pebble Hill Plantation for the Great Southeast Pollinator Census
Montana man gets 6 months in prison for cloning giant sheep and breeding it

A Montana man has been sentenced to six months in prison for illegally cloning and breeding giant sheep. His operation spanned Texas and Minnesota, where hybrid sheep were used in captive trophy hunts.

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 Montana man gets 6 months in prison for cloning giant sheep and breeding it
The 8 best bamboo sheets of 2025, tested and reviewed

Insider’s latest bedding roundup names eight bamboo sheet sets the top performers of 2025. Tested for softness, cooling power, and eco-friendly production, the list includes offerings from Quince, Cozy Earth, Cariloha, and others.

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Allbirds Remixes Trash Into Treasure With New Collection

Allbirds says its latest collection gives discarded manufacturing scraps a stylish encore, thanks to a new partnership with Blumaka and Circ. The collaboration, announced Aug. 19, is billed as a “pioneering” effort to breathe new life into what was once factory trash.

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Forester to discuss challenges facing Maine’s forests at Rangeley meeting

On Thursday, Aug. 21, the Rangeley Region Guides’ & Sportsmen’s Association will combine its monthly potluck with a talk by forester Julie Davenport. The evening in Oquossoc Village will focus on the growing challenges facing Maine’s forests and is open to the public.

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 Forester to discuss challenges facing Maine’s forests at Rangeley meeting
Recreation rangers wrap up inaugural season in western Maine

A five-member Recreation Ranger Corps has completed its inaugural season patrolling western Maine’s High Peaks. Coordinated by High Peaks Alliance, the pilot effort marks an early victory for the broader High Peaks Initiative, a coalition working to protect and enhance one of the state’s signature mountain regions.

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 Recreation rangers wrap up inaugural season in western Maine
Finland Adopts CopenPay To Encourage Conscious Travel: A Win For Tourists And The Environment, All You Need To Know

Finland is importing Copenhagen’s CopenPay model, offering perks to visitors who opt for low-impact ways to explore the country. The initiative, billed as “a win for tourists and the environment,” aims to nudge travelers toward conscious, sustainable choices while delivering benefits to local communities.

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 Finland Adopts CopenPay To Encourage Conscious Travel: A Win For Tourists And The Environment, All You Need To Know
Counterpoint | No, don’t scrap Minnesota’s e-bike subsidies

In a sharply worded counterpoint, columnist Lucy Rehm urges Minnesota lawmakers to keep the state’s e-bike subsidy program. She argues the incentives “help build a state that works for everyone” and warns that abandoning them would amount to letting partisan bickering trump practical solutions.

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 Counterpoint | No, don’t scrap Minnesota’s e-bike subsidies
“Elephant Doctor”

A blistering excerpt from “Elephant Doctor” paints the forest as a stage for human vice. Educated tourists, armed with fried snacks and liquor, treat the wilderness like a picnic ground—an act the narrator calls “man’s depravity.”

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 “Elephant Doctor”
Artificial-lawn franchiser Waterloo Turf entering Boulder Valley, Northern Colorado

Waterloo Turf, a Texas-based franchisor of artificial lawns, is set to expand into Colorado’s Boulder Valley and Northern regions. With a new franchise owner in Boulder and Fort Collins, the company’s growth signals a burgeoning interest in artificial grass solutions.

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 Artificial-lawn franchiser Waterloo Turf entering Boulder Valley, Northern Colorado
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