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This April 4, 2016 photo shows blooms on a Big Leaf Maple tree near Langley, Wash., which are among the first to arrive — providing floral nectar and pollen for early-season foraging bees. Trees are among the earliest pollinator plants to bloom in spring. People often overlook trees and their importance to pollinators desperate to find food in early spring. (AP photo)
Winter-blooming plants help bees overwinter
By DEAN FOSDICK Associated Press Winter and early spring are lean times for honeybees as they emerge from their hives, where food supplies are dwindling, to forage. Adding clusters of winterblooming plants around the yard will give them much needed nourishment. Bees take in carbohydrates from floral nectar and protein from floral pollen. Being aware of bloom times and providing flowers that overlap the seasons are important for beekeepers who want to successfully overwinter their colonies. Some bees, including many wild varieties, begin searching for food as early as January, when sunny days can push temperatures up to 55 degrees Fahrenheit or more. “In the early spring, bees are going to need food to get their engines started again,” said Andony Melathopoulos, a bee specialist with Oregon State University Extension Service. “You can't simply start up your gardening routines (for pollinators) again in the spring. Solitary wild bees, honeybees and hummingbirds are just clinging to life. “The preparation you do now is very important since early spring is a vulnerable time for pollinators.” Pollinator plants like crocus, primrose and snowdrops will bloom even when snow is on the ground. Trees and shrubs also are effective choices for feeding early emerging honeybees. “People often overlook trees,” Melathopoulos said. “But when it comes to late winter and early spring, it's the trees that are important. Willows, maples, filberts and hazelnuts are some of the earliest sources of pollen you'll find. They're easy to establish and grow.” He also suggests establishing the early blooming plants in clusters to make it easier for foraging honeybees to spot and access
them. “Bees are efficient pollinators,” Melathopoulos said. “They really appreciate patches of flowers. They can go from flower to flower easily. It's hard for them to work on cool days, and if they don't have to fly between clusters, they really appreciate it.” Many winter-flowering plants grow in the wild, but pollinators generally don't live near them, he said. That makes cultivating winter bloomers important when you're planning your gardens. Property owners also should leave suitable places for native bees to hibernate undisturbed. Let turf grass grow long over the winter. Avoid pesticides. Reduce lawn size and turn instead to protective shrubs. Even a small amount of habitat will be enough to sustain bees, Melathopoulos said. “These are tiny creatures. Well-thought-out landscapes can provide all the food they need in winter. Gardeners can really help with that.” Here are some additional bee-friendly plants that can provide a degree of brightness in winter while also nourishing pollinators: — Oregon grape, an evergreen shrub that produces yellow flowers blooming for weeks. — Heath and heather. “In shades of purple to copper to gold, these low-growing plants make a mat of color throughout the year, including winter,” Melathopoulos said. — Male willow plants, maples, apple, crabapple, native cherry. “I'd start with these shrubs,” said Mace Vaughan, pollinator program director for The Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation in Portland, Oregon. “Native plants selected to feed bees are definitely part of the solution” to declining bee populations, Vaughan said.
This 2012 photo shows redbud blooms near New Market, Va., about the time bees were beginning to emerge to forage for a new season of honey production. Winter and early spring are the lean months for honeybees as they emerge from their dwindling food supplies to forage. (AP photo)
Above, this undated photo provided by Jenny Dina Kirschner shows vintage plates. Interior designer Kirschner discovered one of these vintage Steinbock Enamel candy dishes at a flea market, then searched online for other pieces in the same series. Below, this undated photo provided by Caitlin Murray shows a living room designed by Murray, founder of Black Lacquer Design in Los Angeles. The room includes a sleek brass coffee table. When Murray searches for striking vintage pieces at flea markets or estate sales, she always looks for valuable brass pieces being sold well below their market value. (AP photos)
Designers give shopping tips By MELISSA RAYWORTH Associated Press Arriving at a sprawling flea market on a crisp Saturday morning can be exciting. So many potential treasures might be hidden among the dusty piles of cast-off, second-hand goods. Yet often it's overwhelming, even for experts. With acres of furniture, art, accessories and more stretching out in front of you, where do you begin? With a list, suggests New York interior designer Jenny Dina Kirschner, who rarely goes hunting for vintage items without one. On a recent flea market visit, “we made a list of things we still needed. Accent tables, some specific chairs,” Kirschner says. You won't always find what you seek, and you may find a few treasures you'd never imagined wanting. But having the list helps “avoid that insane feeling of arriving and, ‘Oh my God, what do I look for first?’,” she says. So what DO designers like to look for first at a flea market? For Los Angeles interior designer Jessica McClendon, founder of the design firm Glamour Nest, that depends where she is. “When I shop on trips, I like to focus on items that are unique to the location. I found a Bavarian deer head carved out of wood when I was in Munich that is so interesting and unique to the Black Forest that I simply had to have it,” she says. “In Ireland, I zeroed in on textiles and antique bibles or prayer books.” When shopping for vintage items closer to home, McClendon is always on the lookout for chairs. “I have a full-fledged vintage chair fetish,” she says. “I find antique and vintage chairs so much more interesting and well-made than options found at retailers today. All they need is a little TLC!” Kirschner agrees: She hunts for chairs that have an eye-catching shape but may be covered in worn or ugly fabric. “As a designer, I know I can revive that chair” by refinishing the wood and updating the upholstery, she says. She's open to just about any style; the key, she says, is making sure these second-hand chairs are striking and unusual. If you're not in the market for furniture, try hunting for art and accessories
at estate sales or flea markets, says Jaclyn Joslin, an interior designer and founder of the retail store Coveted Home in Kansas City. These items “bring life and character into a room that sometimes cannot be achieved with a new item,” Joslin says. She often uses vintage pottery and unique sculptures to add style and color to shelves, mantles and coffee tables. Interior designer Caitlin Murray, founder and CEO of Black Lacquer Design in Los Angeles, also loves hunting for art. Her favorite finds are abstract portraits of women, and she's had “a ton of luck finding interesting pieces at great prices,” she says. “I like to group vintage portraits together as a salon wall, or use just one as a focal point of the room to tie in other colors incorporated throughout the space.” Smaller art and accessories can also be wonderful flea market finds.
Kirschner recently found a small enamel candy dish with a painted scene on it, and bought it for just a few dollars. She found an insignia on the back, searched online, and discovered that the piece was part of a series created in Europe decades ago by a family of artisans. She's since hunted for more dishes from the same series, and they've become a treasured collection in her home. If you're not sure what type of accessories you're looking for, consider focusing on one material. “I'm a sucker for anything solid brass,” says Murray. “Some of my alltime favorite scores are a midcentury Mastercraft coffee table for $40, valued at $4,000, and a vintage, sculptural, 2-foot-tall giraffe for $25.” You can also find eye-catching lamps See Tips p. 2D
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Stephanie Jones was recently named 2017 Realtor of the Year by the Upper Peninsula Realtors during a conference held at the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel & DeVos Place in Grand Rapids. (Courtesy photo)
U.P. Realtors name Jones as 2017 Realtor of the Year
GRAND RAPIDS — The Upper Peninsula Realtors has named Stephanie Jones as its 2017 Realtor of the Year. This award is given in recognition of outstanding leadership and service for the association, the community and the real estate industry. Award winners were chosen by their peers and recognized both locally and at the convention, held at the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel & DeVos Place, Sept. 27 in Grand Rapids. Nominees are evaluated on their community service, education, business accomplishments and service to the Realtor organization at the local, state and national levels. The Michigan Realtors is a 29,000-plus member trade association which protects the rights of private property owners while serving as the primary source for Michigan housing and real estate data. The Michigan Realtors is comprised of 42 Local Realtor Associations, which adhere to a strict code of ethics, established by the National Association of Realtors.
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and light fixtures at flea markets, but they might need rewiring. “Ask the dealer if it's been rewired recently. If not, do they know any history or background on it? It's typically easy to have done, but it's an added expense,” Kirschner says. If the light hasn't been rewired recently, use that fact to bargain the price down. No matter which items make your personal list for a flea-market hunt, these designers recommend buying vintage pieces that delight you. If the price is reasonable, says Kirschner, don't hesitate: “If you want to think about it for an hour, there's a chance it won't be there when you get back.”
By HOLLY RAMER Associated Press CONCORD, N.H. — I love carving jack-o'lanterns, but after coming downstairs one fall morning to find that an overly ripe pumpkin had "bled" all over my dining room table and ruined it, the idea of decorating with fake gourds does have a certain appeal. Foam craft pumpkins can be decent stand-ins for the real thing for autumn and Halloween decorating, but their uniformly bright orange color and squat plastic stems sometimes scream "fake." With a bit of doctoring, however, they can be transformed into reasonably realistic-looking facsimiles that will last year after year. I found multiple online tutorials for improving the appearance of both the pumpkins and the stems, and I mixed and matched a few to test them out. While all were a big improvement over the originals, I'm not sure they would fool anyone who looks at them closely. Here's what I found, with each method rated from 1 to 10, with 10 indicating the least expensive, easiest and best results: COTTON STEM/PAINT This combination was the least expensive of the three, and the pumpkin-painting
This photo shows three fake pumpkins in front of a real pumpkin. The version on the left features a stem fashioned out of newspaper, the middle pumpkin's stem uses cotton balls, glue and paint, and the version on the right is topped by a stem made out of sisal rope and ground cinnamon. Turning foam craft pumpkins into reasonably-realistic decorations that can last for years takes a bit of work, particularly when it comes to the stems. (AP Photo/Holly Ramer) portion was the easiest. The stem, however, was a challenge. I found a tutorial on the Simple Southern Charm Interiors blog that calls for using Mod Podge brand glue to adhere wisps of cotton to the stem, coating the cotton with glue, shaping the partially-dried result and then painting over the whole thing once it had dried. That
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1103340 This 1 BR 1 bath home sets on 18+ acres of hardwoods and softwoods. Walking this property is a must. Great for hunting! If you’re looking for a private setting in a beautiful area this is it! Features Apple trees, root cellar, well/septic, electric, metal roof, appliances included and furnace has only been used for 1 year. $49,900. 1102862 Beautiful 3 BR lakefront home featuring a lower level master suite with walk out to lake level. $289,900. 1102830 Truly one-of-a-kind!!! This beautiful year round 4 bedroom, 3 bath home on 12+ acres with frontage on Jug Lake is just waiting for you!!!. $299,900. 1102790 Paradise is waiting for you. The Little house in the woods, also known as La Casita del Bosque is a classic timber-frame home, which sits on 11+ acres with 316’ of frontage on Sister Lake. $595,000. 1102401 Welcome to Perch Lake. If you are looking for the perfect get away, here is the house to buy. 11 acres, 272’ frontage tucked away on this beautiful private lake. $280,000. 1102029 Nestled up on the hill in the woods in the City of Munising, enjoy this stunning view of Munising Bay from each level of this home. This home features cathedral ceilings with loft, natural lighting with tall windows and 2 sliding doors to create an amazing view, BR on both levels, family room and walkout basement, sauna, garage and wrap around deck. $189,000.
proved to be difficult and messy, and I found myself ripping off the cotton and starting over after ending up with a lumpy mess. Once I was done, however, the result did resemble a dried stem, at least from a distance.
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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21ST • NOON – 2:00 P.M. 906 Adams Street, Marquette Welcome to HOME 906! Located at 906 Adams St. in Marquette is a beautiful home meticulously prepared for sale so the new owners could move in and enjoy without needing a thing. From top to bottom the house is so fresh and clean it still has that “Brand New Home” smell and feel. The home has a bright and cheerful feel with attractive landscaping and a variety of perennial plants and flowers. The back yard is spacious with a built in fire pit and a nice sunny area for an organic garden, kids to play and adults to relax. The dead end street is very quiet and peaceful, perfect for kids and pets. Walk right into the home from your heated garage and stay out of the weather. Should you be looking for an investment with all the possible bedrooms and the great location this would be a perfect VRBO. If you want to buy a home that you can move right into and enjoy this home is perfect for you and is a must see. $245,000 brianolsonrealtor@yahoo.com MLS#: 1104715
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380 Hemlock Street, Republic
3147 W Maple Ridge 37th Rd, Rock
N9450 Manistique Lakes (aka H-33) Rd, Curtis
3557 Co Rd FFB, Champion
Three bedroom home located in South Republic near the school. The home features a large living and dining area, a mud entry in the rear of the home, and a small office/den area on the main level. New roof, propane forced air furnace, water heater, siding, and windows less than 4 years ago. A full basement provides plenty of storage with access from outside the home and inside. Enjoy the quiet neighborhood while enjoying a cold beverage from the covered porch. Are you interested in investment properties? This could be a great buy for you. The home has a good rental history. $55,000 MLS#: 1104935
Start your own hobby farm or just enjoy the peaceful surroundings of the Upper Peninsula with 38 acres and a lovely 5 bedroom 2 bath home. An open layout, large kitchen that features custom made oak Quaker Cabinets, and large dining area provide access to the deck so that you can enjoy the beautiful views. Entertain your friends and family with BBQ’s and bonfires. This home is centrally located between Escanaba and Marquette. If you enjoy the outdoors you are only minutes from the Escanaba River and the Gwinn State Forest. From, fishing, hiking, skiing, trail riding, to everything else your heart desires, you will find only a short distance away. Three separate two stall garages make it hard to run out of room for all of your toys. $165,000 MLS#: 1103593
Fantastic opportunity for someone interested in the hospitality business!! Chamberlin’s Ole Forest Inn in Curtis is well known and extremely popular. Business consists of the bed and breakfast, restaurant, bar, and gift shop. The bar, known for it’s fine cocktails, has a Class B Resort liquor license and the kitchen is a chef’s dream come true (with new stove, grill, and salamander broiler) providing first class food service. All of this sits on 3.8 acres with 300 ft of frontage and a fabulous view of Big Manistique Lake. The bed and breakfast consists of two floors with 12 units, some with private baths-some with shared facilities. Relax and enjoy in the bar or sit in front of the gorgeous fireplace, or enjoy the expansive porch. Many weddings, parties, retreats, and other social events are regularly held at Chamberlin’s--either in the banquet facilities or outdoors. The staircase and gazebo are perfect wedding settings. Summer boaters and winter snowmobilers can easily access the establishment via the Lake. $749,900, MLS#: 1099205
VERY MOTIVATED SELLER! Year round access to this private Estate-type property with approximately 700’ of lake frontage on Fish Lake located in Champion, Michigan. This property sports a 5400’+ home, beach house, 2 story barn, log cabin, old blacksmith shop, garden shed, and hunting shack. Enjoy waterfront entertaining with your own private beach house with a large patio and newer roof. Have your guests stay in the one room log cabin with its own stone fireplace. Enjoy storing all of your toys in the two story barn or garage. There is even an old blacksmith’s shop that would make a great storage shed near the barn, cabin, and garage. A small trail behind the blacksmith shop takes you to the hunting shack that overlooks a beautiful view of the low land area in the western portion of the property. All of the outbuildings have power and metal roofs including the hunting shack. The land features rolling hills with high and low areas. The wetland has a few stream fed ponds and a beaver dam. This property offers you everything you would need in a wilderness retreat and much, much more. $449,000 MLS#: 1102975
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40 acres Holyolk Trail/Co Rd JJT, Negaunee
80 Acres, Co Road GGA (aka Red Road), Ishpeming
N12885 Newberg Rd, Channing
40 acres of secluded hardwood regeneration. Mostly maple and oak hard wood regeneration with scattered birch and pine. This parcel is a great investment opportunity for a hardwood investor. There is a small stream inside the west property line that runs north and south. Property shows many signs of active wildlife. Would make for a great hunting property or private hunting camp. Access to the parcel is by walkin or atv only. $55,000, MLS#: 1098605
Hunting camp in the Big Buck Bluffs of Northern Marquette County. Excellent hunting in the oaks on this 80 acre parcel behind a private, locked gate. You will hunt big deer here. $79,900, MLS # 1098148
160 acres of varied timber and terrain located near Sawyer Lake and the Michigamme Reservoir in Dickinson County. This acreage has a great mix of high and lowlands for a hunting property. There is mature timber, younger regrowth, and thick lowlands. The acreage lies about 1/4 mile off the Newberg Road, which is a paved year-round road and just South of the Michigamme Reservoir. There is underground power and phone ran into a barn style building on a slab that is roughed in for a cabin. This is stick built and fully wired. There are even partition walls set up for bedrooms. The building has running water inside with a point well and pump. With some insulation, wall coverings and a bathroom, you’d be ready for year-round use. The acreage adjoins State land to the West and Northeast and there is a buffer of WE energies land around the Michigamme River that is adjacent to the Northwest with a trail road access. This is a great set-up that is quiet and private, yet just a few minute drive from M-95 and 1/2 hour from Iron Mountain. $159,900 MLS #: 1104951
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9490 Co Road 416 Cornell
MLS #: 1102833 $42,000 BOB SULLIVAN
MLS #: 1104841 $99,900 ROB SULLIVAN
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Little Chief Lake (County Road LD) Road Republic
120 Acres Ross Grade Northland
MLS #: 1102729 $49,900 BOB SULLIVAN
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TBD Dalton Road Skandia
240 Acres, Mastodon Road Crystal Falls
120 Acres, Mastodon Road Crystal Falls
MLS #: 1085938 $39,000 BRIAN OLSON
64 Acres, M95 Republic MLS #: 1090446 $49,900 BOB SULLIVAN
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19223 Jack Spur Rd (Carp Lake Township) Wakefield
South 80 Off Co Rd 510 Big Bay
183 Acres Off Willet Road Republic
MLS #: 1103298 $450,000 SUE FELDHAUSER
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MLS #: 1092583 $57,500 BOB SULLIVAN
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MLS #: 1104371 $99,500 BOB SULLLIVAN
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