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Hercule’s Club or Devil’s Walking Stick, This Understory Tree is Rightfully Named
SUMMARY: The Devil's Walking Stick, also known as Hercules' Club, is an aptly named understory tree covered in thorns and spines to deter animals and humans. Its mature leaves are the largest in the eastern U.S., reaching up to 60 inches long and 30 inches wide with dozens of leaflets. These leaves attach directly to the trunk and drop off before winter, leaving a spiky, bare trunk. Unique features include clasping petioles, distinct leaf scars, and persistent thorns. The tree produces clusters of white to cream flowers and purple berries, attracting pollinators and birds. Despite its prickliness, it's a valuable addition to landscapes for supporting wildlife.
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SUMMARY: As summer reaches its midpoint, the Fourth of July is a time to celebrate with flags, remember our heritage, and enjoy food with loved ones. Initially, I considered writing about flag displays or the historic July 2, 1776, independence declaration. Instead, I focused on sharing food tips, including a burger tip with chopped onions and peppers from Bess Robbins. For your Independence Day meal, I recommend a Sour Cream Flag Cake and a Watermelon Feta Flag Salad, both featuring patriotic colors. The cake includes layers of strawberries and blueberries, while the salad combines arugula, watermelon, and feta, dressed with a lemony vinaigrette. Bon Appetit!
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SUMMARY: The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) and the Science Center for Marine Fisheries (SCEMFIS) collaborate to enhance the Mississippi Gulf Coast's blue economy through research and internships. USM graduate students, Molly Spencer and Catherine Wilhelm, gained hands-on experiences via the NSF Internship Program, focusing on climate change and fishery management. Spencer researched the impact of climate-induced warming on Atlantic surfclam and ocean quahog, fostering her passion for fisheries. Wilhelm developed a data portal for Gulf menhaden management, securing a position at the Virginia Marine Resources Commission. SCEMFIS supports research, internships, and career development in marine science.
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SUMMARY: The University Television Center at Mississippi State University, along with the MSU Films initiative, won seven new Emmy awards from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences-Southeast Chapter at a recent event in Atlanta, Georgia. This brings MSU Films' total to 24 Emmys over four years. MSU Vice President for Strategic Communications Sid Salter praised the high-quality work of the Television Center in promoting the university's research and achievements. UTC Director David Garraway also highlighted the importance of their storytelling. The seven awards span multiple categories, including work by Hal Teasler, James Parker, and Olivia Aylsworth.
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