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The Herald Scotland
3 days ago
- Climate
- The Herald Scotland
Here is my guide to attracting butterflies to your garden
I noted that here in Scotland the Butterfly Count had identified a 79% reduction in Red Admiral numbers, 62% Painted Lady and 74% Comma. The problem had possibly been exacerbated by the sunless summer we endured. Our Scottish weather was especially bad for butterflies as they find it well nigh impossible to fly and forage in these conditions. In fact, the wind's now howling outside as I write and there's plenty of the wet stuff coming out of the sky, so butterflies will be few and far between at the moment. Read more These conditions meant my findings for Small Tortoiseshell butterflies took a serious dip last year; in fact I saw none in the garden all summer. Although this was very disappointing, I've been delighted to see three of them at once during the recent dry, so the B.C.'s 84% decline since 2020 may not be reflected in everyone's garden. We can help Butterfly Conservation assess populations by participating in this year's Big Butterfly Count. It runs till Sunday August 10. If you'd like as to take part, visit sign up, download the app and submit your results. All you need to do is choose a sunny day, select a popular spot for butterflies and count the numbers of each species you see over a 15 minute period. To help identify the different species, the charity has included illustrations of the species we can see in Scotland, so you might want to spend a little time identifying in advance any species you don't already know. As part of the BTO's [British Trust for Ornithology] Garden Bird Survey, this charity invites participants to record butterfly as well as bird numbers and I've just been able to look at our records for last year and compare the trends here with Butterfly Conservation's general results. Interestingly, although B.C. has recorded that Peacock butterflies have declined by 42% since 2010, I see more of them than any other species here. In fact, they actually overwinter here and you can see pretty faded specimens emerging in spring and, later, lots of the next generation hard at working building up their resources by sipping as much nectar as possible in preparation for winter hibernation. So we gardeners really can make a difference for butterflies by providing plenty of nectar-rich flowers over the summer and autumn. Plant of the week Origanum vulgare, Origano/Wild Marjoram (Image: unknown) Origanum vulgare, Origano/Wild Marjoram, is a truly all purpose plant. The small, aromatic, rounded leaves are essential flavouring for many dishes; fresh or dried. The dense clusters of pink flowers are very attractive both to gardeners and to butterflies, bees and hoverflies. Grow in well drained soil in sun for the best flavour and aroma. Cutting back in late autumn is the only maintenance required.
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
From the slopes to super computers, cerebral palsy doesn't stop UNM student
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – From the slopes to supercomputers. One University of New Mexico student with cerebral palsy is a star athlete and student. Mike Adams was 11 years old when he joined the Adaptive Sports Program (ASPNM). 'I first started with a ski instructor named Brett,' said Adams. 'I've heard many times people will stop us on the slopes and go, like, holy crap, that's awesome,' said Adams. Story continues below News: The National Guard Is Deploying In Albuquerque New Mexico Strange: A dive into the Painted Lady's violent past, haunted present Trending: Albuquerque community helps band recover stolen trailer Crime: APS teacher arrested after accusations of sexual relationships with students Adams has cerebral palsy, but he isn't afraid to push the boundaries. 'Most sit-down skiers that are tethered and can't use handheld outriggers, which are skis that attach to the end of your arms and flip up and turn into ski poles, most of those athletes are going to use what we call fixed outriggers,' said Bruce Hopper, Volunteer for ASPNM. But Adams isn't like most athletes. He loves the thrill of skiing without the fixed outriggers. 'He's allowed to ski more independently and tip the ski over into the turn much more aggressively,' said Adams. 'It's just having all of us feel excitement when that happens,' said Adams. This year, ASPNM awarded Adams the 2025 Athlete of the Year. He also shines in the classroom. Adams just finished the second year of his Ph.D. program in computer science. 'I always liked computers since I was young because I cannot write, so I use the computer to communicate. And that is crucial in our lives,' said Adams. And just like on the slopes, Adams has come up with his own way to ace exams. Since 2019, Adams has been working with a UNM accommodations specialist, who helped him as a scribe during tests. Adams created his own symbols sheet as he moved through higher levels of math, so now others can use it in the future. 'The symbol sheet is helpful for the person who is scribing just because of the complexity of the problems,' said Carol Bartlett, Accommodations Specialist with the Accessibility Resource Center at UNM. Those who've worked with Adam say there's no one like him. 'I have no doubt that Mike is going to invent something incredible in the world,' said Bartlett. For more information about ASPNM, click this link. To watch a special documentary directed and produced by Alexandra Henry in partnership with ASPNM, click this link. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
New resolution looks to add more properties to Nob Hill redevelopment project
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – There's a new push to give property owners more help fixing up empty lots and rundown buildings on one of the city's busiest boulevards, off of Central Ave. The city councilor for the area said a revamp is long overdue on San Mateo Blvd. between Lomas Blvd. and Copper Ave. She's pushing to rope it into a special redevelopment zone that could speed up a potential overhaul. Story continues below News: The National Guard Is Deploying In Albuquerque New Mexico Strange: A dive into the Painted Lady's violent past, haunted present Trending: Albuquerque community helps band recover stolen trailer Crime: APS teacher arrested after accusations of sexual relationships with students It's a major Albuquerque roadway, but if you've gone through San Mateo, from Copper to Lomas, you've more than likely seen the old and empty strip malls that have seen better days. But Albuquerque City Councilor Nichole Rogers wants to change that, introducing a plan targeting the area for improvements that could draw in new businesses. Her resolution looks to add the half-mile stretch of San Mateo to the nearby 'Metropolitan Redevelopment Area Plan,' giving new benefits to 58 properties in the area. 'The MRA zone, because it is on Central, we're able to use those incentives for the San Mateo Towers, so why can't we do the same thing for smaller business owners and not just big developers?' said Councilor Nichole Rogers. If it passes, one of the benefits could allow area businesses to get a seven-year property tax freeze, which could help avoid costs associated with upgrades. 'Any business owner who is wanting to expand, either renovate their area, expand their businesses, they're adding jobs, people want to add housing to this area. These tax abatements can help,' said Rogers. Some residents have expressed concerns about the change, which comes with designating properties as 'blighted,' something that could also affect property values. But Councilor Rogers says this won't be an issue for long. 'It might feel funny to say 'yes, it's blighted but it won't be when we're done' and that's the purpose of using these tools, it's to take a blighted area and change that,' said Rogers. The potential 'MRA' expansion goes to city council's Land Use and Zoning Committee next week. If it passes, city council could vote for final approval, potentially by June 16. Councilor Rogers is hosting a 'Community Conversation' about the potential MRA on Thursday. We also reached out to the Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency who provided a statement on the project. 'The MRA has been working with Councilor Rogers on legislation to extend the Central/Highland/Upper Nob Hill Metropolitan Redevelopment Area up San Mateo Blvd. to Lomas Blvd. MRA staff conducted an analysis in the area which merits inclusion in an MRA. Expanding this MRA will help unlock incentives to help spur economic investments in a highly traveled commercial corridor in the heart of the city. The expansion of the MRA will support small businesses located near MRA-supported housing projects already in the works along Central Ave. and San Mateo Blvd.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Black mold, asbestos removal from pump house closes Paradise Hills Pool
BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) — A public pool in Bernalillo County is closing for about a week as black mold and asbestos are removed from the facility's pump house, according to BernCo. Paradise Hills Pool will close on Wednesday, June 4, and is anticipated to re-open around Wednesday, June 11. Story continues below News: The National Guard Is Deploying In Albuquerque New Mexico Strange: A dive into the Painted Lady's violent past, haunted present Trending: Albuquerque community helps band recover stolen trailer Crime: APS teacher arrested after accusations of sexual relationships with students The project is being completed by environmental crews, county electricians, plumbers, and safety staff. The site will undergo an expedited air quality test before the mechanical systems are brought back online. All swim lessons and pool rentals are being refunded or rescheduled. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
14-year-old dies in alleged road rage shooting in Las Cruces, police say
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KRQE) – A 14-year-old was killed during a shooting at an intersection in Las Cruces Monday, Las Cruces Police announced Tuesday morning. Police said the shooting may have stemmed from a road rage incident near the intersection of Solano Drive and Spruce Avenue. Story continues below News: The National Guard Is Deploying In Albuquerque New Mexico Strange: A dive into the Painted Lady's violent past, haunted present Trending: Albuquerque community helps band recover stolen trailer Crime: APS teacher arrested after accusations of sexual relationships with students Officers were dispatched to the intersection around 9 p.m. and found the teen with at least one gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene, LCPD stated in a news release. The exact circumstances of the incident remain under investigation. Anyone with information is asked to call the police at 575-526-0795. Information can also be shared anonymously through Crime Stoppers of Las Cruces-Dona Ana County at 1-800-222-8477. Tips can also be provided through the Las Cruces Crime Stoppers app, 'P3 TIPS.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
