Emily Chavosky, who will study nursing at Illinois State, takes extra care as Richards’ pitcher. ‘Be my best.’

As a pitcher, Richards’ Emily Chavosky has mastered the art of erasure from the circle. Over her four standout years on the varsity, the senior right-hander has discovered the key is altering the ...

Is spring really the best time to dethatch your lawn? It depends on your grass type

How to tell if your lawn needs it, according to experts.

5 common lawn care mistakes that are killing your yard

Repeating these common mistakes each year can destroy your lawn over time.

Homeowners Are Rethinking the American Lawn as Clover Lawns Make a Comeback

This St. Patrick’s Day, American Meadows highlights the growing shift toward microclover and alternative lawns ...

Big Easy Grass Cutting Adds Overseeding Service to Address Turf Thinning, Bare Patches, and Seasonal Lawn Density Loss on Residential and Commercial Properties

March 16, 2026 - PRESSADVANTAGE - Big Easy Grass Cutting, a lawn care company serving residential and commercial ...
Purdue University College of Agriculture

The luck of the Irish in your lawn

St. Patrick’s Day gets us thinking about all things green — from shamrock decorations to our lawns, which we hope will soon show signs of life.
Jacksonville Journal-Courier

Spring lawn care — what should you really be doing?

Cool-season lawns will be more competitive if kept at a height of 2-3 inches. Certain species perform better when mowed at 3 ...