
Local residents chosen as Missouri Farm Family for Andrew County
SAVANNAH ― Kurt and Brittanie Schmutzler and family of Savannah were among the families honored during the 68th annual Missouri Farm Family Day, Aug. 11 at the Missouri State Fair.
SAVANNAH ― Kurt and Brittanie Schmutzler and family of Savannah were among the families honored during the 68th annual Missouri Farm Family Day, Aug. 11 at the Missouri State Fair.
No other spiders generate as much interest this time of year than wolf spiders. It is a common occurrence to have people show up at my work with spiders in containers asking help in identifying what they have captured.
On a recent trip to western Kansas I kept noticing a fast flying, large insect moving erratically across the short grass prairies we visited. They wizzed by so quickly I could not get an ID.
Charlotte’s Web, a cherished childhood story about a spider who befriends a friendless pig, is, for many of us, our first encounter with a spider. Charlotte is often depicted as a black widow, but those of us who understand, and love spiders know she is actually an orb weaver.
The Eastern boxelder bugs, or the democrat bug as they are frequently called locally, is a species native to the United States east of the Rocky Mountains. These black and orange Halloween-colored bugs are a common sight in the fall when they begin gathering in large numbers on human structures.
MObugs---a walk on the wildside
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Camping is a way to connect with the outdoors that can be both enjoyable and economical for the entire family.
Each year I receive at least a few phone calls from people asking about a large moth they have resting on the side of their house, shed or other surface on their property.Nearly always it is a giant silk moth of some kind. These massive moths are often found near porch lights early in the morning.
This past weekend, the students of Savannah High School (SHS) got dressed up for a night of fun.The annual prom hosted by the junior class fell on this past weekend on Saturday, April 26. The theme this year was "Spring Gala" and consisted of tons of floral decor and light and airy pastel colors.
Savannah R-III School District is proud to announce the official ribbon cutting and grand opening of the brand new Performing Arts Center (PAC) at Savannah High School. The ceremony will take place on Friday, May 2, outside the PAC’s main entrance, with a short program beginning at 5:00 PM.This state-of-the-art facility is a major milestone for the district and marks the first time Savannah High School students will have access to a dedicated theater space.