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The student news site of Conrad Schools of Science

The Conrad Howler
The student news site of Conrad Schools of Science

The Conrad Howler
All content by Mckenzie Keblen
On-going Russian-Ukraine War Update

On-going Russian-Ukraine War Update

Mckenzie Keblen, Reporter
May 18, 2022
Poland & Bulgaria Gasoline Solution

Poland & Bulgaria Gasoline Solution

Mckenzie Keblen, Reporter
April 27, 2022
Mayan Hands Fundraiser

Mayan Hands Fundraiser

Mckenzie Keblen, Reporter
April 5, 2022
Ukraine v. Russia Ongoing War

Ukraine v. Russia Ongoing War

Mckenzie Keblen, Reporter
March 25, 2022
Update on Russia-Ukraine War

Update on Russia-Ukraine War

Mckenzie Keblen, Reporter
March 16, 2022
Russia-Ukraine War Continues On

Russia-Ukraine War Continues On

Mckenzie Keblen, Reporter
March 9, 2022
Russia-Ukraine Update

Russia-Ukraine Update

Mckenzie Keblen, Reporter
February 28, 2022
Russia Invades Ukraine

Russia Invades Ukraine

Mckenzie Keblen, Reporter
February 28, 2022
Ukraine-Russia‌ ‌Border‌ ‌Crisis‌

Ukraine-Russia‌ ‌Border‌ ‌Crisis‌

Mckenzie Keblen, Reporter
February 16, 2022
Capitol Riot

Capitol Riot

Mckenzie Keblen, Reporter
February 8, 2022
Chocolate Companies Lawsuit

Chocolate Companies Lawsuit

Mckenzie Keblen, Reporter
January 27, 2022
School's Closing Again

School’s Closing Again

Mckenzie Keblen, Reporter
January 24, 2022
Bronx Fire

Bronx Fire

Mckenzie Keblen, Reporter
January 10, 2022
Omicron Variant

Omicron Variant

Mckenzie Keblen, Reporter
January 4, 2022
Brain Laundrie Update & Missing Person's Page

Brain Laundrie Update & Missing Person’s Page

Mckenzie Keblen, Reporter
December 2, 2021
Italian Bill

Italian Bill

Mckenzie Keblen, Reporter
November 16, 2021
Tennessee Lawsuit

Tennessee Lawsuit

Mckenzie Keblen, Reporter
November 5, 2021
Brian Laundrie's Death

Brian Laundrie’s Death

Mckenzie Keblen, Reporter
October 27, 2021
The U.S. Severe Weather

The U.S. Severe Weather

Mckenzie Keblen, Reporter
October 25, 2021
Brian Laundrie Remains Or Still On The Loose?

Brian Laundrie Remains Or Still On The Loose?

Mckenzie Keblen, Reporter
October 21, 2021
Petito's Cause Of Death

Petito’s Cause Of Death

Mckenzie Keblen, Reporter
October 14, 2021
Update on Gabby Petito Case

Update on Gabby Petito Case

Mckenzie Keblen, Reporter
October 7, 2021
America Leaving Afghanistan

America Leaving Afghanistan

Mckenzie Keblen, Reporter
September 29, 2021
Gabbie Petito Case

Gabbie Petito Case

Mckenzie Keblen, Reporter
September 23, 2021
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) Plant Protection and Quarantine (PPQ) technicians are working with state and local partners; businesses and residents to stop the spread of the spotted lanternfly* a destructive insect that feeds on a wide range of fruit, ornamental, and hardwood trees, including grapes, apples, walnut, and oak; a serious threat to the United States' agriculture and natural resources, such as in Reading, Pennsylvania, on August 30, 2018. The pest damages plants as it sucks sap from branches, stems, and tree trunks. The repeated feedings leave the tree bark with dark scars. Spotted lanternfly also excretes a sticky fluid, which promotes mold growth and further weakens plants and puts our agriculture and forests at risk. Native to Asia, the spotted lanternfly has no natural enemies in North America. it's free to multiply and ravage orchards, vineyards, and wooded areas. The invasive insect was first detected in the United States in Pennsylvania in 2014, and has now spread to several states, by people who accidentally move infested material or items containing egg masses. Most states are at risk of the pest. USDA and our state and local partners are working hard to stop the spread of this invasive pest. Look for signs of spotted lanternfly. Inspect your trees and plants for young spotted lanternfly, adults, and egg masses. USDA Photo by Lance Cheung.*Adult spotted lanternflies are approximately 1 inch long and one-half inch wide, and they have large and visually striking wings. Their forewings are light brown with black spots at the front and a speckled band at the rear. Their hind wings are scarlet with black spots at the front and white and black bars at the rear. Their abdomen is yellow with black bars. Nymphs in their early stages of development appear black with white spots and turn to a red phase before becoming adults. Egg masses are yellowish-brown in color, covered with a gray, waxy coating prior to hatching. Look for nymphs, adults, and eggs on trees. The Tree of Heaven is the preferred tree. Spotted lanternfly lay their eggs on a variety of smooth surfaces. Look for egg masses (which are off-white to grey and textured patches) on tree bark, vehicles, buildings, and outdoor items. Find it, report it!Contact your State Department of Agriculture or the Extension specialist near you to report signs of spotted lanternfly. If possible, take a picture or capture the insect in alcohol. Stop the SpreadEveryone can play a role in stopping the spread of spotted lanternflyRemove and DestroyCrush nymph and adult spotted lanternflies. Scrape egg masses into hand sanitizer or rubbing alcohol.For more information about the Spotted Lanternfly, please see https://www.aphis.usda.gov/hungrypests/slfFor more information about the Tree of Heaven, please see https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/nature/tree-of-heaven.htm

The Spotted Lantern-fly A Danger To Our Food

Mckenzie Keblen, Reporter
September 20, 2021
Historic Changes In Delaware's Education System

Historic Changes In Delaware’s Education System

Mckenzie Keblen, Reporter
September 20, 2021
LGBTQ Students and School Struggles

LGBTQ Students and School Struggles

Mckenzie Keblen, Reporter
September 13, 2021
New Music Arrives

New Music Arrives

Mckenzie Keblen, Reporter
September 9, 2021
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