It’s not surprising that so many of our vacations take us close to the ocean or to picturesque lakes and streams. The sight and sound of water can have an almost magical relaxing effect on the human ...

Waterfront property is pricey, but did you know there's a way you can create your own? That's right: All you need to know is how to build a pond in your yard. And unless the body of water you want is ...

A home holds so much value. From its foundation to its outdoor landscaping, your house and garden is the sum of every attribute that enhances and enriches how you feel in it. And as summertime ...

Just to be clear, the kind of pond we’re referring to doesn’t involve swimming, fishing, or boating. We’re talking about a decorative garden pond for goldfish, koi, or plants—a water feature that will ...

Q: I’ve been trying to convince my husband to build a small garden pond that has a waterfall. He says it’s too hard and talks about all the challenges. What does it take to build one? A: Let’s assume ...

Ponds are a wonderful way of introducing wildlife to your yard, and they're easy to DIY. You can turn a corner of your yard into a watery oasis in a single afternoon. But before you start building, ...

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MANKATO — An initiative to ease flooding on Mankato's east end will also bring seven acres of prairie to the city's newest park on the southwest side. In a project headed toward construction in coming ...

Charlene Mitchell drove into her neighborhood recently to find crews moving dirt on five empty lots near the entrance. Mitchell remembers wondering who might be building homes on the land. The parcels ...