Although the word “spider” may elicit a “yuck” or an “ew” from many readers, the true nature of these oft-feared critters is not as icky as one might suppose. Arachnids provide essential services for ...

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A brown recluse is seen in this file photo. It is one of several species of spider you may spot inside your Kentucky home this fall. stphillips Getty Images Most spiders mature in late summer or fall ...

Evalyn Brown scored her 11th and 12th goals of the season as top-seeded Egg Harbor defeated fourth-seeded Ocean City 3-0 in the semifinals of the Cape-Atlantic League Tournament in Egg Harbor. The ...

While the battle of eggs vs. egg whites continues in the nutrition world, there’s another to consider. Brown eggs vs. white eggs—which is healthier? Some choose the brand or type of eggs they want ...

Brown recluse spiders are present in Louisiana, and these spiders have necrotic venom and bites sometimes require medical attention. Brown recluses can be characterized by a distinct dark brown, ...

You reach into a pair of boots you haven't worn since last winter, and out scurries a small, brown spider. Was that just a harmless house spider or something more dangerous? While most spiders you'll ...

Mississippi is home to over 30 types of spiders, including six venomous species. Brown recluses are often found indoors in undisturbed areas like closets, boxes, and shoes. Preventing infestations ...

An Arkansas egg producer is recalling 12-count and 18-count cartons of free-range large brown eggs after federal health inspectors detected salmonella contamination at a processing site. Black Sheep ...

It might not reflect well on us that a spider as aptly named as the brown recluse is so misunderstood. While many people know the truth about the brown recluse — that it is not aggressive, but a “shy, ...

That seems to be how people view spiders. People are either afraid of them or think they are interesting. Spiders should be viewed as beneficial out in the garden. They eat a lot of other insects and ...