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Black widow spiders seem to be more active this year, says K-State entomologist Jeff Whitworth. (Photo courtesy of K-State Department of Entomology)

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K-State entomologist receiving reports of black widow, brown recluse spiders

For the first time in about a decade, Kansas State University entomologist Jeff Whitworth is answering calls about the black widow spider. Read More

Inspect the limbs of fresh-cut Christmas trees to help ensure insect pests don’t end up spending the holidays indoors. (Photo by Mitchell Alcala, OSU Agriculture)

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Oh Christmas tree, oh Christmas tree, how lovely are thy … insects?

Common house spider (iStock - CBCK-Christine)

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Spiders in the Home Are No Cause for Worry