Pine Bark Beetles Threat From Firewood Stacks
Dr Curtis Smith notes pine bark beetles may infest stacked firewood and cause engravings under bark. Sawdust and small insects are common. borers leave broader tunnels. Many firewood insects are benign, but bark beetles threaten landscape trees. Stack wood away from pines and consult local extension agent for ID.
Fruit Eliminator and Firewood Care Tips for Gardeners
The article explains covering firewood with clear plastic in sunny spots to kill bark beetles, then uncovering after a month or two to let it cure. It notes cured wood may still have borers but no active beetles. It also discusses a product called fruit eliminator that releases ethylene gas to reduce fruit set on ornamental trees, advising to read labels and follow directions. It promotes Southwest Yard and Garden on KENW Portales Saturdays at 10 a.m.
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NMMI to induct four into Hall of Fame
The New Mexico Military Institute will honor four distinguished alumni at homecoming ceremonies on Friday Oct 26. Inductees include Brigadier General John M Henderson Jr high cadet 1923 and notable graduates Richard A Weiss Rich McCandless Frank D White and Charles V Wilder Jr from classes spanning 1948 to 1981.
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Pastor Gentry takes interim role at Gateway Church International
Dr. Dale Gentry assumes interim pastor duties at Gateway Church International Roswell after 15 years of ministry there. He and his wife Jean celebrate 40 years of marriage and 34 years in full-time ministry. Jon Ogle leaves to lead First Family Church in Dallas with farewell set for Oct 28. The Blackwood Gospel quartet concert at Roswell First Church of the Nazarene Friday Oct 26 at 7 pm. No admission, love offering expected.
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