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Show The Beaver Press - July 8, 2010 - Page 4 More 4th Pics..... Big Game Draw Ith Awaren : R e s u l t s ; v T " / ••'-. Available Faster This Year DWR will let you know via emall , If you're one of the more than -27,000 . hunters , who applied for an antleries? big game hunting permit for this fall, watch your e-mail closely on July 14. If you supplied the Division of Wildlife Resources W(ith an email address, you'll receive an e-mail letting you know if you drew a permit ; If you didn't supply an email address, you can learn the results by calling 1-800-2210659 or. visiting www.wildlife.utah.gov. This will be the first time the DWR hasn't mailed letters to applicants. Judi Tutorow, wildlife licensing coordinator' for the DWR, says most of the 27,000 'applicants supplied the agency with an e-mail address. "If you don't| have access to the Internet, you can stjll get your results fast by calling .the 1800 number starting July 14," she says. T h e phone line is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week." x , For more information, call the Utah Hunt Application,office at 1-800-221 rO659. You can also call the nearest DWR office or the DWR's Salt Lake City office at (801 );538-4700, , , ; Tips To Help Sweep Away Hidden Allergens (NAPS£-If you are one of the 66 million Americans affected by nasal allergies, you may want to learn-more about how to locate ,thoae lurking allergens in your "home. "On average, Americans spend nearly 22. hours each day 'indoors without realizing that indoor air can De more seriously 'polluted than outdoor air, including allergens [animal dander, mold, house dust mites], making it important to know the most common places for allergens to hide," said certified indoor air quality professional and "Allergen Xterminator" Jeff May.; The Clean Sweep campaign at www.CleanSweepContest.com, sponsored by sanofi-aventis U.S., pinpoints the areas where allergens often lurk and provides you with the opportunity to submit personal testimonials on how nasal allergies affect your life. Top testimonials in the spring and fall will win a signed copy of one of Jeff May's books that feature more helpful cleaning tips. Select winners will also have the opportunity to be featured on www.CleanSweepContest.com! Here are a few of May's tips: •Around the house: Use a damp or electrostatic cloth when dusting to avoidflingingdust into the air. •In the bedroom: 1b kill dust mites, wash your sheets and blankets using hot water (at least 130° F) and put bulky quilts in the dryer on low heat once a week. •In the bathroom: Clean or replace moldy shower curtains and bath mats. Log oh to www.CleonSweepContest.com to: 'View a home investigation by Jeff May. May pinpoints areas of the house where allergens often lurk and demonstrates how to deal with them. >Ask questions as to how to better clean your home with an eye for »Submit o personal testimonial on how nasal allergies affect your life to win one of May's books on sweeping away hidden allergens. •In the kitchen: Scrub often to remove food and mold from the sink and keep the area around the faucet dry. • Outside the house: Keep windows cloaed while mowing to prevent allergens from entering your home. • After c l e a n i n g : Take a shower, wash your hair, change your clothes and leave your house for a bit, because some airborne allergens can be floating around for 30 minutes before settling. Dr. Michael Blaiss, clinical professor of pediatrics and medicine at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center and past president of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI), said, "Allergic rhinitis—or nasal allergies—is one of the most common chronic diseases in this country, but too often people their symptoms when they be taking steps to better them. Through the Clean Sveop campaign, we are encouraging proper disease management by minimizing exposure to allergens and recognizing the importance of speaking with your doctor. With proper diagnosis and the right treatment, nasal allergy sufferers can begin to better manage their symptoms throughout the spring. riaaal allergy season." ; ; Dr. Blaiss advises: • About 86 million Americ a n s suffer from allergy symptoms caused by indoor allergens, such as house dust mite droppings, animal dander; cockroach droppings and molds, so be sure to clean your house with an eye for these allergens. • Four out of five people in the United States are exposed to house dust mites, and three out of five are exposed to cat or dog dander, so it is very important for those with nasal allergies to be sure they are properly managing their symptoms and correctly cleaning tbeir house. • Nasal allergy sufferers don't have to settle if they are • not getting symptom relief. Visit your physician to review your current indoor and outdoor allergy management routine. Log on to www.CleanSweep Contest.com, sponsored by sanofiaventis U.S., to learn more helpful allergy tips from Jeff May and enter to win one of his books. The Secret Ingredients Behind A Great Get-Together Ask A Specialist: Do You Have Tips For Edging My Lawn? ' '' Answer by; Jerry L. Goodspeed, Utah State University Cooperative Extension horticulturist . - • - • » " •' 7 Although it is more work, finished, neat edges can make a landscape lodk polished and attractive. A lawn area may look green and lush, but if the edges are uneven or untrfmmed, the whole yard can seerh unkempt. Consider these tips to keep your landscape tidy. • Remove and prevent' grass from growing where it cannot be easily reachedby a mower. This will help reduce edging time. Spray a non-selective herbicide such as Roundup or Finale to kill the grass and weeds around >' The only two angels IcJoiUifled by name ;n the Bible are Michael and Gabriel, who appear In the Book of Daniel.' trees, fence posts, walls and rocks. Leave a large grass-free zone around trees and a'smaller strip around rocks, fences and walls. * Mix a pre-emergent herbicide such as Surflan with Roundup to prevent grass and weeds from returning. This kills existing weeds and deters germination for a few weeks., * Design the landscaped area so it requires a minimal amount of edging or trimming. This means trees, shrubs and flowers should not be placed in (the lawn, but in separate planting areas. Surround fences, and rocks with some sort of edging material to prevent weeds and grass from growing up the fence or around the rocks. * Consider the various materials that can be used as an edge around flower and shrub beds. Cement, redwood binder bpard, vinyl, rubber, bricks and other materials all reduce the amount of trimming required. There is no perfect edging material, however. Each has its benefits and drawbacks. , ,, • Black, thick jfubber edging material holds its shape for many years, but can be expensive. Cheaper vinyl ano\ plastic products are inexpensive* but tend to lose thejr shape, over time. Redwood eventually wears out, but is attractive and natural looking for many years. Cement, bricks and other hard materials last for many years, but can also be costly. Cement edging appears cold in a landscape and makes it difficult to change the shape of, beds. Bricks are usually very moveable, but can be too mobile at times. . • One cost-free option for mainl i n i n g a dean, appearance and keeping'the grass in its place Is a {NAPS)—You can .wow your guests without spending all your time shopping for ingredients or cooking. The hostess, with the mostest knows you,don't need to invest a ton of time and money to throw a great party. Just follow these simple ideas for your next gathering: Plan Ahead—Do your chopping and prep ahead of time or even just set the table the night before. Any time you save the day of can be spent, mingling with your friends and family. Involve Your jUueJrta~nwow a themed potluck—such as Casserole Night—and have people bring their family favorites. Or try a buildyour-own-pizsa party so everyone can enjoy his or her own jxtrsonal creations. Sharing and creating together can be half the fun. Save Stove Space—Utilize your oven and Crock-Pot instead of slaving over the stove to whip up multiple dishes, at the same time. One crowd-pleaper ifito mix Velveeta with a caa^RO*TELy in the microwave Tor quick and easy quesodip, ' Totthowhow ea*y:it isto."Dish N* Dine1* your way to a great gettogether, five popular bloggers known as the, Velveeta it! Kitchenistas created videos on year-round entertaining. You can find them on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/VeIveeta along with other helpful recipes and tips. Or try these easy, one-dish wonders: Velveeta Cheesy Bacon-Hash Brown Casserole Prep Hme: 30 min. Tbtal Time: 1 hr., 10 min. Makes: 12 servings Tbtal Time: 40 min. . Makes: 6 servings. 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces 2 Tbsp. Kraft Zesty Italian Dressing . 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables 1 can (IGJi oz.) condensed cream of chicken soup V* lb. (4 oz.) Velveeta Pasteurized Prepared Cheese Product, cut into %-inch cubes 1 sheet frozen puff pastry (M of 17.3-oz. pkg.), thawed 1 egg, beaten Potple goes to the party with help from some Velveeta. . fresh mushrooms, sliced 1 each red and green pepper, chopped i small onion, chopped 12 eggs * cup. greeks tone's.o.r_ Knudscn Sour Cream % lb. (12 oz.) Velveeta Pasteurized Prepared Cheese Product, thinly sliced Heat oven to 350°F. Cook bacon in large skillet on medium heat 10 min. or until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove bacon from skillet, reserving 2 Tbsp. drippings in skillet. Drain bacon on paper towels. Meanwhile, add potatoes, mushrooms, peppers and onions to drippings; cook 10 min. or u n t i l p e p p e r s and onions are crisp-tender, stirring occasionally. Spread vegetable mixture onto bottom of 13x9-inch baking dish sprayed with cooking spray. Whisk eggs and sour cream until well blended; pour over vegetable mixture. Top with bacon and Velveeta. Bake 40 min. or until center is set and casserole is heated through. 8 slices Oscar Mayer Bacon, chopped 2 cups frozen shredded hash browns, thawed Gram's Chicken Potpie, Updated Prep Time: 10 min. A creative casserole can be on entertaining dish. Heat oven to 400°F. Cook and stir chicken in dressing in large skillet on medium heat 5 min. or until done. Stir in vegetables and soup. Spoon into greased 9-inchsquare baking dish; top with Velveeta. Unfold pastry sheet; place over chicken mixture. Fold under edges of pastry; press onto top of baking dish to seal. Brush pastry with egg. Cut several slits in pastry to permit steam to escape. Place dish on baking sheet. Bake 30 min. or until crust is deep golden brown. Let stand 5 min. before serving. For additional mealtime inspiration, visit www.Velveeta.com/ Loaf. *KO*TBL h a product of ConAgra Foods, Inc. spade or shovel, leaving a 6inch deep cut between the bed and the grass. A small scoop shovel leaves a stralghter edge. This method needs to be repeated two or three times a year. *•• I have friends in overalls >vhone friendship I would not swap for the favor of the kings of the world. —Thomas A. 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