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Can you spot this snake before it bites you?

Before you cheat and look at the next photo in the gallery, see if you can spot the Copperhead hiding in this forest scene. If you had some trouble don't worry, everyone at Chron.com did too.

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

Judge: IDOC staff must be trained on transgender issues

SPRINGFIELD — A federal judge has ordered state corrections officers to undergo training on transgender issues, stemming from a lawsuit filed by an inmate who wants to be transferred to

How to more safely stay at hotels, motels amid pandemic

There's no place like home. But with care, you can reduce the risks that come with spending a night in a hotel or motel. Half of the battle occurs before

Workers and wages: Finding qualified workforce a top challenge...

BEMIDJI—While wages are on the rise, challenges remain for Minnesota's manufacturers when it comes to hiring a qualified workforce.In its annual State of Manufacturing survey, Enterprise Minnesota found 71 percent of respondents say the inability to hire qualified candidates has made company growth...

What kind of snake is this? How to identify common snakes in Texas

April showers poured down on San Antonio and its time for locals to enjoy the May flowers, but sometimes slithering snakes can interrupt the enjoyment of the outdoors.

10 Glamorous Faux Fur Accessories

10 Ways to Wear a Fur Vest

Choose a faux-fur vest to create a variety of looks from everyday to ready-to-party and these 10 trends will help you with it.

Fur Coats 101: Cleaning

Fur coats are great articles of clothing: they look great, they age well if well-maintained, and they keep the wearer warm on cold winter d...

How to Prevent Matted Fur for Your Dog

Why does my Groomer keep telling me my dog is matted when I brush him regularly?

How To Shop A Fur Sale On Any Budget

Let’s face it, buying a natural fur coat is not the same as picking up a trendy new shirt at your local mall. To get the best fur coat for your budget, you need to understand the differences in fur types, techniques and grades that deeply affect the cost of the garment you are purchasing. …

How to Keep Your Fur Stored Safely » Morris Kaye & Sons Blog

After what may have seemed like a lifetime of waiting (and maybe even saving every disposable cent you could), you’ve finally purchased your dream coat. Congratulations on your new addition! Whether this is your first fur coat or you’re adding on to an already sizeable collection, there’s no doubt you’re treasuring your new piece of fur apparel immensely. However, a big part of owning vintage fur coats is knowing how to take proper care of them. We want to help you with this…

What You Need to Know About Fur Clothing

For fur clothing buffs, winter is the ideal time to show off their chic fur vests and robes. This type of clothing will suit virtually any occasion so long as it’s winter. If you’re one of th…

Fur Coats: How Should You Choose?

Fur coats are one of the worthy investments you can make in terms of becoming fashionable. Before you shell out hard-earned dough on such items, however, there are some things that you need to refl…

5 Reasons Why the British are Hypocrites About Fur

I recently came back from a week in London and was reminded about how much I love the culture, city, and the Brits. But I was also reminded about a few things that annoy me. London is a very trend-conscious… Continue Reading →

What your pet's fur says about their health

Learn how to gauge your pet's health by looking at their fur and their skin. There are a lot of conditions that show on the skin and fur.

Take action! How to promote and protect fur and the industry

There are many things we can do to protect fur and the industry. Here are our tips on taking action to promote the positive side of this heritage trade.

Why the ‘furor’ over third-party probe?

I don’t understand the sudden furor over Jim Cox’s decision to investigate the city council while he was “acting city manager” whom they the council appointed.

Dog Boarding: How to Cope With Leaving Your Fur Baby For Travel

Leaving your pup behind while you travel is hard on both of you. Here are some strategies to help humans deal with the anxiety of dog boarding.