Regional

Eastern white pine trees are all about cones. Pollen cones, usually tiny, in clusters and near the bottom of a tree, have shed their pollen and fallen from the pine. Some of that pollen was carried by wind to equally tiny seed cones, usually positioned near the tree tops.

Due to concerns about the pandemic, those who need to visit Sauk County buildings are asked to call ahead or arrange a meeting with the person or department they require.

People can visit the website, co.sauk.wi.us, for phone numbers and email addresses.

"You know me, I think there ought to be a big old tree right there. And let's give him a friend. Everybody needs a friend." ― Bob Ross

Common names of plants usually describe some botanical appearance, such as great blue Lobelia or Cardinal flower. Common sneezeweed is not at all common in its informal name.

Rather the name suggests after coming in contact with the plant by inhaling its aroma, and more, an involuntary sneeze may erupt.

A Richland Center man faces a third-offense operating while intoxicated charge following a traffic stop at 6:44 p.m. Nov. 1.

A La Crosse man was taken into custody on suspicion of operating while intoxicated-third offense on Oct. 30.