A dent or depression shows on the ends of the kernels resulting from the “flinty” or ridged kernel sides compared to the softer, starchy tops and cores of kernels.
When the kernels dry and lose moisture this top end collapse or dent inward on field corn varieties.
Kyle Arneson has spearheaded an initiative to help veterans get the dental care they deserve. (Submitted photo)
The vast majority of veterans in the United States do not qualify for dental coverage through the Veterans Administration (VA). Nearly half of them report having dental health issues.
August is here, which means landlords and tenants throughout Wisconsin – especially in college communities – are busy with rental housing move-ins and move-outs.
Aug. 11 is a good time to remember to contact Diggers Hotline before you plan any digging or excavation projects.
Residents can dial 811 to find out if there is any underground infrastructure in the way of their project. State law requires people to check in advance before they dig.
District Attorney Ismael Ozanne’s Office concluded shortly after noon on Monday, Aug. 12, that there is no potential criminal court liability for Village of Mount Horeb police officers involved in the fatal shooting that occurred outside Mount Horeb Middle School on May 1.
Swallowtail butterflies like to frequent flowers and fields. (Photo by Jerry Davis)
Most have seen the largest US and Canada butterfly without knowing it.
The giant swallowtail is up to 140mm (5.5 inches) from wing tip to wing tip. This mostly black insect has rows of yellow dots forming an X on both front wings.
This swallowtail is often seen in flower beds and upland prairies.
Wisconsin residents are urged to protect themselves from mosquito bites in light of the first confirmed case of West Nile virus in the state.
The Department of Health Services found the virus in a healthy blood donor in Washington County. Around the same time, a dead bird in Chippewa County tested positive for the virus.
Bald eagles of different ages sit in a tree. Multiple generations may stay together to support one another, though adults tend to go their separate ways once it's time to nest again. (Photo by Jerry Davis)
After eaglets fledge, the family of male, female and young becomes even looser with neither parent or just the larger female or smaller male being close to the youngster.
