Podcasts

The Central Shenandoah Health District (CSHD) is reminding residents to protect themselves from the dangers of ultraviolet (UV) radiation and Rachel Dumene discusses what to do.

The Staunton Citizen University Returns this Fall, and applications are now open. Engagement and Communications Manager for the City of Staunton, Josh Knight, discusses on Late Afternoons.

On this episode of In the Garden with Andre Viette, Andre and Mark talk about a variety of top plants including Helleborus, also known as the Lenton rose, a beautiful flowering plant that’s great for shaded areas. They also talk about virus’ that can infect plants and spread from plant to plant. Plus, they talk about aphids and other insects that can cause problems and how to control them.

The spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula), an invasive insect originally from Asia, poses a serious threat to agriculture and natural ecosystems throughout the eastern United States. Since its initial discovery in Pennsylvania in 2014, it has quickly expanded its range, targeting more than 70 plant species such as grapevines, fruit trees, and various hardwoods. In this episode of In the Garden with Andre Viette, Andre and Mark Viette discuss the rapid spread of the spotted lanternfly, highlight the plants and trees most vulnerable to infestation, and share practical strategies for managing and controlling this destructive pest.

Most summers, by July, we’ve been dragging the hose around the garden and watering the plants and lawn. This year it’s just the opposite. Rain, for some folks, almost every day! On this episode of In the Garden with Andre Viette, Andre talks about the impact of weather on your plants and on you. While you might not enjoy the heat and humidity, Andre says a lot of your plants love the warm weather.