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Squirrels are one of a handful of creatures that have adapted to harsh winter conditions, a variety of traits and habits enable them to live in Minnesota all year long. Pixabay photo.

Northland Outdoors Dec 30th 2020 - 6pm

Column: How do animals survive winter in northern Minnesota?

Group exercise participants use barbells in the pool for a night water exercise class at the Brainerd (Minn.) Family YMCA. Special to Forum News Service

Wellness Dec 29th 2020 - 10am

Group exercise may be even better for you than solo workouts – here's why

Tater tot hotdish is easy to make and something the whole family will enjoy. This dish can be varied by adding mixed vegetables instead of corn or spiced up with taco seasoning. (Adobe Stock)

Food Jan 1st 2021 - 11am

NORTHWOODS COOKS: Cozy up with a hearty hotdish

With a little bit of diligence your poinsettia can again become the favorite holiday plant next year, says Hubbard County Master Gardener Sally Shearer. (Adobe Stock)

Outdoors Jan 8th 2020 - 3pm

How to save your holiday poinsettias

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Keto Chicken Parmesan is served with cheese and tomato sauce. The Keto diet is low in carbs, so those following the diet would skip the side of spaghetti. (Adobe Stock)

Food Jan 23rd 2021 - 11am

NORTHWOODS COOKS: Eating healthy with Keto recipes

A reader's dollar special vine purchased about five years ago from a home improvement store seems to be what is commonly known as red nightshade. Special to The Forum

Home and Garden Jan 23rd 2021 - 9am

This mystery vine should be considered toxic, assessing the risk of trees, and transplanting houseplants

Rev. Justin Fenger

Faith Jan 23rd 2021 - 7am

DEVOTIONAL GUIDE: Think small for a change

Shasta Daisy, Sweet Daisy Birdy. Photo courtesy of All-America Selections / Special to The Forum

Home and Garden Jan 23rd 2021 - 7am

New perennial flowers to consider for 2021

Faith Jan 21st 2021 - 12pm

FAITH BRIEFS

Rev. Justin Fenger

Faith Jan 17th 2021 - 7am

DEVOTIONAL GUIDE: Make up your mind to show up

Including meat for protein turns a salad into a satisfying meal. A chicken fiesta salad can be made with black beans or kidney beans to add more fiber as well. (Adobe Stock).

Food Jan 16th 2021 - 11am

NORTHWOODS COOKS: Eat healthy with satisfying salads

A reader found this huge mushroom while clearing trees near White Earth Lake, Minn. Special to The Forum

Home and Garden Jan 16th 2021 - 9am

A humongous mushroom, tomato start date, and a rose-eating rabbit

Besides beauty, trees produce oxygen, remove air pollutants and provide wildlife habitat. Forum file photo

Home and Garden Jan 16th 2021 - 7am

What is your tree worth?

New Articles Jan 16th 2021 - 6am

Student news

Faith Jan 14th 2021 - 9pm

FAITH BRIEFS

Traditional enchiladas baked in the oven and covered with cheese are often high in fat. This week's slow cooker version is made with turkey and is a healthier alternative made in a slow cooker. (Adobe Stock)

Food Jan 9th 2021 - 12pm

NORTHWOODS COOKS: Eat healthy with low-fat recipes

A reader wonders what is growing on their Christmas cactus. Special to The Forum

Home and Garden Jan 9th 2021 - 9am

A Christmas cactus mystery, sauerkraut cabbage, and eggshells for plants

Zinnia Profusion Red Yellow Bicolor. Photo courtesy of All-America Selections / Special to The Forum

Home and Garden Jan 9th 2021 - 7am

Award-winning new flowers and vegetables for 2021

Faith Jan 7th 2021 - 8pm

FAITH BRIEFS

Rev. Justin Fenger

Faith Jan 7th 2021 - 8am

DEVOTIONAL GUIDE: Don’t get stuck in regrets

Susan McCrea met her birth father, Rick Nelson, at his home in Wisconsin in August of 2019. McCrea said getting to know Nelson better has been the highlight of her year. (Courtesy of Susan McCrea)

Family Jan 4th 2021 - 3pm

In the midst of a pandemic, an adoptee connects with her birth father

Rev. Justin Fenger

Faith Jan 3rd 2021 - 7am

DEVOTIONAL GUIDE: Moving forward into a New Year

A reader wonders what caused this problem with a peace lily. Special to The Forum

Home and Garden Jan 2nd 2021 - 9am

A peace lily problem, boulevard vs. berm, and tips for storing produce

Planting for bees and butterflies will once again be a priority in 2021. Forum file photo

Home and Garden Jan 2nd 2021 - 7am

Predicting the new year's 2021 garden trends

Faith Jan 1st 2021 - 8am

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