Gardening tips for the month of July
Keith Hansen Smith County Horticulturist
      The transition into summer brings with it a change in gardening chores for the month of July. Gardening activities usually slow way down in the summertime as the temperature continues to climb into the 90's. July is often a very dry month, and, like most years, can be very hot, too.
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TIP OF THE WEEK
Create points of interest in landscape
      A home landscape is like an artist's canvas. The overall design, mixture of color, and plant textures are an important way to show your individual personality. There are great things that can be done beyond the traditional trimmed hedges and uniformly arranged plants and flowers.
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Severe storms continue to hit Smith, Cherokee areas
      Strong and rapid rains deluged the Bullard area last week causing power outages across the city. TXU spokesperson Richard Saunders said about 800 area residents were without power June 19 -- mostly due to downed trees and lightning strikes.
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