halloween



Happy Halloween. Turnip in the old days with moon background. (iStock │ #1426063285 - Eakachai Yabua)

How an Irishman, a turnip and the devil shaped Halloween

Pumpkin patch in Bryan, Texas, on Sept. 30, 2021, in San Antonio. (Laura McKenzie/Texas A&M AgriLife Marketing and Communications)

It’s science: Why a pumpkin is actually a fruit

Black widow spider seem to be more active this year, says K-State entomologist Jeff Whitworth. (Photo courtesy of K-State Department of Entomology)
When the spooky season comes to a close, consider these ways to use up those delectable goodies. (Photo courtesy of Getty Images)
SAFE, SPOOKY FUN — Parents should plan safe trick-or-treating routes for their children and inspect all candy for anything unwrapped, spoiled or suspicious. For children with food allergies, include them in Halloween festivities by making the holiday about more than just candy. (UofA Division of Agriculture graphic.)

Tips for safe trick-or-treating and candy consumption this Halloween

Chocolate Covered Pumpkin Pretzels (Photo courtesy of Culinary.net)
These wraps are simple enough to make that even kids can enjoy putting them together. (Photo: Culinary.net)
Carved jack-o-lantern (Photo: iStock - IvanMikhaylov)

Picking and preserving the perfect pumpkin