Many areas in the Northland are still at risk for wildfires. Over 90% of wildfires are caused by humans during very dry conditions. One unintentional spark in these conditions could result in ...

In lush South Florida, trees and bushes grow all year round. And that means yard waste and dead trees never stop piling up.

I’ve often thought about how easy it is to toss, burn, or bury things in the backyard without considering the consequences. It turns out, some common items can cause real harm to the environment, your ...

Q: Is Mankato’s residential garbage burned or buried? If it is burned as fuel to generate electricity, why are tree branches and brush not acceptable in the garbage bins? A: It’s burned, although ...