Home and Garden: June 24, 2026

Free: This story appeared in Columbia Gorge News' June 24 Home and Garden section.

Of late there is a growing conversation concerning Native Bees versus the European Honey Bee. In order to arrive at an appreciation of these two differing segments of the insect world, one must delve into the behavior of each.

Free: This story appeared in Columbia Gorge News' June 24 Home and Garden section.

When most people start designing a home, they naturally think about paint colors, countertops, tile, and furniture. Those details are exciting, but some of the most important design decisions happen long before any finishes are chosen.

Free: This story appeared in Columbia Gorge News' June 24 Home and Garden section.

You may well love your lawn, and I may not convince you otherwise. But what if it could be so much more?

For many adults, the slow-burning summers of childhood are a thing of the past. Unscheduled days and unhurried weeks have turned into a rushed season of endless activities and packed calendars.

FREE: This recipe ran in Columbia Gorge News' June 24 Home and Garden section.