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Yes Virginia, Trees Talk to Each Other

Yes Virginia, Trees Talk to Each Other

Wed, 05/27/2020 - 4:00am

I’m not sure when scientists learned that plants can talk, but it definitely opened up a new world to them. Corn, for example, when attacked by a corn earworm, begins talking via a chemical aroma telling other corn plants they are in trouble. All within range begin sending aromas to attract enemies of the pest. Additionally, the affect plant’s roots begin clicking or popping (extremely low frequency) by bursting cells telling other roots it’s under attack. Other plants in range then begin clicking.

Save the fireworks

Wed, 05/27/2020 - 4:00am

In 2018, the Pittsburg-Camp County Chamber of Commerce began hosting the annual Independence Day firework show. Until now, July 4 was a day full of activities such as parachute bingo and games for families. Due to social distancing concerns, the fireworks will be the only attraction this year, but the Chamber has ensured that the show will last longer than ever before.

Brookshire Grocery Co. to give $1.3 million in gift cards to 15,000 employees, $13.5 million and counting to employees during COVID-19

Wed, 05/27/2020 - 4:00am

TYLER, Texas, May 22, 2020 – In recognition and gratitude of their service during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Brookshire Grocery Co. (BGC) is giving their more than 15,000 active employee-partners a gift card to help them get what they need for their family this holiday week. Full-time employees are receiving a $100 BGC gift card and part-time employees are receiving a $50 BGC gift card totaling $1.3 million given.

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