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Yahoo
4 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Bring Your Furry Friends to Woodway Dog Day!
WOODWAY, Texas (FOX 44) — The Woodway Public Safety Department and Discover Woodway are partnering for Woodway Dog Day this Saturday! The event will take place from 9 a.m. to noon at the Woodway Public Safety Fire Bay. Members of the community are urged to drive through the event or get out and enjoy the excitement! This event is open to the Woodway community and surrounding cities. 'We do free microchips for the community, we have discounted vaccinations, I've got someone come in to do nail trims. We have a lemonade stand coming, and some pup treats,' said Randi Winget, Animal Control Officer for Woodway Public Safety. According to Officer Winget, Dog Day has not been held in several years, and she is excited to bring this event back to the community. The free microchips will be available courtesy of Cribs for Canines, and discounted vaccinations for dogs will be provided by Waco Mobile Vet. There will also be giveaways from the Woodway Public Safety Department. For more details, visit or email rwinget@ Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
03-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Cicadas could emerge soon in Massachusetts. Here's what to expect.
The emergence of cicadas could start any moment now. Last year, the country witnessed a surge of the insects but they were not in Massachusetts. This time around, the 17-year periodical cicadas, also known as Brood XIV, will emerge. "Cicadas emerge when the soil temperature reaches about 64°F at a depth of 12–18 inches," according to The Nature Conservancy. So, when will the cicadas start appearing? And how long does the cicada emergence last? Here's what to know. The Nature Conservancy stated on its website that cicadas arrive as early as May and stay until late June. WBUR radio in Massachusetts stated on its website that cicadas will most likely appear in mid-May, but more likely near the end of the month or early June. The Nature Conservancy stated on its website that cicadas will remain in the region for a period of four-to-six weeks, adding that "the exact time of emergence can vary depending on the specific brood and soil temperatures." There are more than 2,000 species of this insect worldwide, according to Mass Audubon the most common in Massachusetts being the "Dog Day" cicada, which arise every two years or so. The Dog Day cicada is "approximately 2.25 inches long, medium brown, with a green venation, the vein structure in its wing." The "periodical" cicada comes out once every 17 years, and are a bit smaller than Dog Day cicadas, with black bodies, Mass Wildlife explained. The periodical creatures are the ones people are clamoring for this year. What they're most known for is their ability to make a racket, able to generate noise reaching 100 decibels. Cicadas can typically be heard "singing" during late summer days, according to Mass Wildlife. The cicadas make such sounds with organs in their bodies called tympana. According to Mass Audubon, "cicadas are among the most benign of insects" and do not typically carry any sorts of disease. The organization added that they do not hurt pets, either. Brood XIV is the one that will emerge in parts of the United States this year, according to The Nature Conservancy. The last time this particular brood of cicadas was around was 2008. Historical dates for Brood XIV in Massachusetts include appearances over the 1700s, 1800s and 1900s in Barnstable, Dennis, Falmouth, Bourne, Plymouth and a handful of other nearby towns. The cicadas will only be seen in 12 other states when they arrive, including Georgia, Kentucky, Indiana, Maryland, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia, according to Cicada Mania. In 2024, two broods of "periodical" cicadas – 13-year brood Brood XIX and the 17-year Brood XIII – emerged from the ground at the same time last summer. That's a rare occasion in itself - it's not often that two such broods arise at the same time. It hadn't happened in 200 years. However, the convergence of the two broods mostly occurred in the southern United States, so Massachusetts residents weren't able to see the full spectacle. This article originally appeared on The Enterprise: When will cicadas arrive in Massachusetts
Yahoo
24-04-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Cicadas are coming, but those aren't the only pests emerging in MA in 2025
This spring, Massachusetts residents will see a surge of cicadas, but there will also be other insects of which people should be aware. Soon, the 17-year periodical cicadas, also known as Brood XIV, will be emerging in the Bay State, as well as in Georgia, Kentucky, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia. While cicadas may look intimidating, they don't bother humans. But there are insects that cause havoc in the spring and summer. Here's what to know. The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) is closely tracking both the usual wave of seasonal pests and the rare emergence of the following: Lone Star Ticks: Massachusetts Department of Health stated that these exist in the Bay State, especially on Cape Cod. A release from the NPMA states, "They're the most aggressive tick species when it comes to biting humans, and they continue to expand their territory to even more of the U.S. Lone star tick bites can cause victims to develop a rare, but serious, meat allergy." They aren't the only tick to look out for either. Deer ticks, which can carry Lyme Disease, are also a danger. Termites: Termites cause more than $6.8 billion in property damage each year, according to the NPMA. The National Wildlife Federation said termite nests are found underground, in dead trees and stumps, in the tops of live trees, and in wooden structures such as houses. They cause significant structural damage to homes by feeding on wood, weakening foundations and walls. Mosquitoes: Mosquitoes lay their eggs in standing water, so wet weather and flooding can increase their threat, according to the NPMA. Mosquitoes are known to carry diseases like West Nile Virus and EEE, which can be serious. "Cicadas emerge when the soil temperature reaches about 64°F at a depth of 12–18 inches," according to The Nature Conservancy. That means the cicadas arrive as early as May and stay until late June. Brood XIV probably will begin to emerge in the third week of April or when areas get a 'good rain,' Gene Kritsky, founder of Cicada Safari, told USA Today in a recent report. Cicada Safari is a group that crowdsources and reviews data on cicadas, the report added. The last time this particular brood of cicadas was around was 2008. Historical dates for Brood XIV in Massachusetts include appearances over the 1700s, 1800s and 1900s in Barnstable, Dennis, Falmouth, Bourne, Plymouth and a handful of other nearby towns. There are more than 2,000 species of this insect worldwide, according to Mass Audubon, the most common in Massachusetts being the "Dog Day" cicada, which arise every two years or so. The Dog Day cicada is "approximately 2.25 inches long, medium brown, with a green venation, the vein structure in its wing." The "periodical" cicada comes out once every 17 years, and are a bit smaller than Dog Day cicadas, with black bodies, Mass Wildlife explained. The periodical creatures are the ones expected to be in the Bay State in a few short weeks. What they're most known for is their ability to make a racket, able to generate noise reaching 100 decibels. Cicadas can typically be heard "singing" during their stay, according to Mass Wildlife. The cicadas make such sounds with organs in their bodies called tympana. In 2024, two broods of "periodical" cicadas – 13-year brood Brood XIX and the 17-year Brood XIII – emerged from the ground at the same time last summer. That's a rare occasion in itself - it's not often that two such broods arise at the same time. It hadn't happened in 200 years. However, the convergence of the two broods mostly occurred in the southern United States, so Massachusetts residents weren't able to see the full spectacle. According to Mass Audubon, "cicadas are among the most benign of insects" and do not typically carry any sorts of disease. The organization added that they do not hurt pets, either. This article originally appeared on Cicadas, spring pests on the way in MA. Here's what to know about them
CBS News
26-03-2025
- Sport
- CBS News
See the full Chicago White Sox schedule for the 2025 MLB season
Opening day for the Chicago White Sox will mark the start of their attempt to rebuild the team after an MLB record-setting 121 losses last year . They will face the Los Angeles Angels in their home opener at Rate Field at 3:10 p.m. Thursday, March 27. The three-game home series against the Angels is followed by another three-game series at home against the Minnesota Twins, before the Sox hit the road for the first faceoffs with the Detroit Tigers and Cleveland Guardians, before returning home to play the Boston Red Sox and the Oakland Athletics. Here is a link to the full 2025 White Sox schedule. Nearly every home game for the White Sox features a fan promotion or giveaway, including post-game fireworks nights, $5 Tuesdays, and the ever-popular Dog Day. All Tuesday home games let fans get Modelo or Miller draft beers, Vienna hot dogs or polishes, Beggars pizza, nachos, select Coca-Cola products or Garrett Popcorn Stadum Buttery for only $5. Dog Day is back on April 29, when the Sox host the Milwaukee Brewers. The pregame pup parade is already sold out, but you can still attend with your furry friend by buying a ticket for the Dog Zone. Space is limited and tickets are not transferable. Get more information here. Students can get special tickets at lower prices by signing up for the White Sox U Student Pass . Once registered, they'll be alerted by text up to 48 hours before select games with exclusive ticket offerings. At every Sunday home game the team hosts Family Sundays , with family-friendly activities throughout the ballpark, where kids 13 and younger can run the bases after the game. The White Sox have also teamed up with Exxon Mobil to offer Family Packs , which start at $19. Each ticket purchase includes a hot dog, drink, chips, cookie and souvenir water bottle. For more information about at which games Family Packs are available and how to redeem your extras, click here. The White Sox are celebrating their 125th anniversary , which means a season chock full of special giveaways celebrating the team's rich and storied history. The home game giveaways, mostly on weekends, include a commemorative plush blanket featuring 11 Sox legends whose numbers have been retired: a replica 1907 road jersey; a 1920 replica jersey hoodie; a Dick Allen bobble head; special t-shirts and caps; a 1940s varsity sweater and even a desk radio shaped like Comiskey Park. Elyssa Kaufman contributed to this report.
