Eddie Karanja was in a harness so many days on “Washington Black” it was like he was a real adventurer. “I really loved it,” ...

Your yard is your oasis, a retreat from the outside world, unless the traffic – or your neighbors – are a little too close ...

Cedar Rapids was hit by a Derecho with winds reaching 140 mph, resulting in the destruction of approximately 70% of the ...

Garden experts share their favorite conifer tree species as well as the best tips for growing conifers in your backyard.

Nurses and other health care staff in Iowa’s state-run prison system would be employed by a private company under a request ...

Turn a backyard into a haven with privacy trees. Find the best trees and shrubs for privacy from neighbors including fast-growing, evergreen and shade options.

Well-tended, colorful trees can add much-needed shade, privacy, and value to your property. With global deforestation a real environmental concern, every tree planted—even just one or two in the ...

The emerald ash borer has been found within 100 miles of Omaha in Creston, Iowa. The foreign insect kills defenseless native trees like black ash, green ash and white ash.

Morel mushrooms are another sign of springtime and hunters are ready to take to Iowa's woods in hopes of finding these delectable fungi.

For privacy or a tropical look, the Areca Palm is ideal. This clumping palm creates dense, lush greenery and costs around $150- $950 per tree, making it a budget-friendly choice.