4+ hour, 59+ min ago   (306+ words) One of Dolly Parton's most poetic songs is "Love Is Like a Butterfly." With references to heart flutters and multi-colored moods, you can see the sunshine and springtime when you listen. Written in 1974, the song inspired imagery that would flutter…...

4+ week, 1+ day ago   (276+ words) I have only ever seen one coyote in person, and that encounter could come with an asterisk. It ran across the road behind me; I saw it in my rearview mirror. Yes, that's the closest I've come, but none of…...

4+ week, 2+ day ago   (274+ words) One of my favorite groups to follow is All Bugs Go to Kevin. I am always learning about new and interesting bugs. Something else I love is that folks share pictures and stories to identify strange things found in the…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago   (179+ words) I don't consider coyotes and bobcats exotic animals, but I know they live around here, and I've never seen one in person. Be that as it may, it still doesn't make them exotic, even though I've seen them as often…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago   (259+ words) If you were asked to name a dangerous creature, obvious ones like venomous snakes, big cats, bears, and wolves might leap to mind, but they're not "everyday encounter" types. At least, I hope not. I guess any creature could be,…...

2+ mon, 1+ day ago   (216+ words) My chances of seeing a black bear, outside of a zoo, are likely slim to none. I've only ever seen one coyote in person (in my rearview mirror), and I've never seen hide nor hair of a bobcat. And the…...

4+ mon, 2+ week ago   (340+ words) If you’ve been noticing more birds lately, you’re not imagining it. Spring migration is underway across Indiana, Kentucky, and Illinois, and with it comes an increase in bird activity… and unfortunately, more injuries. According to the Indiana Audubon Society, one…...

5+ mon, 2+ day ago   (213+ words) Spring is officially here, which means bird feeders are going back up across Indiana. But before you fill yours, the Indiana Department of Natural Resources is asking Hoosiers to take one simple step that could make a big difference for…...

5+ mon, 1+ day ago   (340+ words) While planning and preparing your garden this spring, have you considered whether your outdoor space is butterfly-friendly? If you're like me, one of the best parts of spending time in nature is watching all of the birds, little animals, and…...

5+ mon, 2+ week ago   (183+ words) If you’ve been strolling through Downtown Evansville lately, you may have noticed something a little unexpected hanging in the trees - disco balls. While it might look like the city is throwing an outdoor dance party (and honestly, who wouldn’t love…...