Has the portal been kind? Will it? San Francisco has gotten off to an impressive start in the portal, but it’s quiet most elsewhere in the WCC. What is your team’s greatest need? Also, more realignment talk. This time from the Mountain West. #collegebasketball #college #marchmadness #ncaatournament #gonzaga #sandiego #stmarys #washingtonstate #oreg…

Is it okay to start planting onions? Can crab grass treatment be applied yet? How to get rid of a moss infestation in the yard? Is it time to remove mulch from plants? When is a good time to start raking the lawn? What is thatch and how best to handle it? Tips on getting grass seed to grow. Are there remedies for dog urine spots in the lawn? What i…

What is the definition of a “tune up” for modern vehicles? Is there an impact of using premium gas on your vehicle if it doesn’t require it? A checklist for high mileage vehicles. Explaining the codes of vehicle issues. Recommendations of what to do when your check engine light comes on. Is there more of a drain on the battery in newer vehicles tha…

What it takes to be a master gardener and how you can become one. How to control forget-me-nots. Is it time to remove mulch? Can grass seed be planted now? When to apply weed prevention treatment? Why an Alberta Spruce tree may be dying. What to know when replacing trees. How to grow great squash. Pussywillows are growing at the arboretum and there…

What could be causing steering wheel issues? Why would a film form on the windshield when the defrost is turned on? Radiator tips. How often should tires be rotated? Seat belt not recoiling properly. Tire pressure light goes off when there is plenty of air in the tires. Key fob not unlocking door. Automatic wipers not working. Does a hybrid vehicle…

Transfer portal season has begun and all 11 WCC teams have been impacted Who got hit the hardest and who has survived the first wave? #collegebasketball #college #marchmadness #ncaatournament #gonzaga #sandiego #stmarys #washingtonstate #oregonstate #lmu #santaclara #sanfrancisco #pepperdine #portland #pacific #basketball…

Gardeners are doing their best dealing with this rollercoaster weather pattern in Minnesota. Is there a general consensus on tilling soil versus other methods? Leaving leaves for mulch. Addressing an amaryllis emergency. How to get an Endless Summer Hydrangea to bloom. What does coppicing and pollarding mean when it comes to tree trimming? Can you …

Fixing a camshaft sensor. What the numbers on tires mean. Tire rotation tips. How often should fluids be replaced or refilled? Repairing broken backup cameras. What to do if you see a flashing engine light. How to keep the turbocharge in your vehicle working properly. Is it necessary to put your vehicle in neutral when stopped in hot weather climat…

Saint Mary's, trailing by 12 in the second half, stormed back behind Jordan Ross to beat Vanderbilt in the first round and advance to take on 2-seeded Alabama.Keys to the game for Saint Mary's, who to watch as the Gaels look to advance to the Sweet Sixteen for the first time since 2010.#collegebasketball #college #marchmadness #ncaatournament #gonz…

Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart are back in the shop for another edition of Tech Talk! They kick things off with a discussion about scam avoidance and the difference between Windows 10 and Windows 11 for certain programs.Topics include:Security necessities for machines running Windows 11PrivaZer restore point trouble The importance of investing in …

The Zags routed Georgia in the first round of the NCAA Tournament, as if there were any doubt. Next is the big test: Houston. The No. 1 seed will face Gonzaga for the first time and it is a battle of styles. The key for me: Gonzaga's defense.#collegebasketball #college #marchmadness #ncaatournament #gonzaga #sandiego #stmarys #washingtonstate #oreg…

It is Maple Fest at The Arboretum and they are doing a lot of tree tapping and syrup tasting. Controlling thistle. Getting rid of fungus gnats. Is it time to remove the mulch off of vegetable gardens? The right temperature to apply fertilizer. Planting sweet potatoes. When and how to move strawberry plants. What are the benefits of using coffee gro…

Denny brought his vehicle into Lloyd’s when it started to make noise. It was a bent backing plate and he got a lesson in what it takes to fit that. Are lights on semi trucks getting brighter? The difference between timing belt and timing chain. What could cause a whiny engine noise? The importance of exercising your vehicle systems and features. Re…

The Gaels are making their program-record fourth straight NCAA Tournament and they will take on Vanderbilt. What are the keys? Locked On Vandy host Corey Burton joins to discuss the matchup and what to expect from the Commodores. …and also USF in the NIT!

It’s Bulldogs vs. Bulldogs. The Zags are back and with a not great seed but you gotta beat the best teams at some point, right? How does this matchup breakdown for the Zags? What do they need to do advance? Also: The College Basketball Crown announced its bracket More portal entries

We have the NCAA Tournament brackets and the field is set. Saint Mary’s is a 7 seed and will play Vanderbilt in Cleveland. Gonzaga pulls the short straw and gets an 8 seed and will take on 9-seed Georgia. Who has the better draw? What tournament games are you looking forward to? I have a few to keep an eye on.San Francisco and Santa Clara made the …

Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart are back for another edition of Tech Talk. They kick the conversation off with the scammer texts that all of us seem to be bombarded with. If you get a text from someone asking for you to provide any of your super secret numbers (social, banking, etc.)... SIMPLY DO NOT! PLUS:What to do if you do get on a spam listThe…

What type of turf has the deepest roots? What is the best grass seed for Minnesota lawns? How to best propagate ginger? Trimming ornamental grasses. Fixing a lumpy lawn. When to use your sprinkler system. Is it time to fertilize? Making a lawn more lush. What temperature should the lawn be before seeding?Learn more from Jon Trappe and horticultural…

When is it time to remove the snow tires? Is there a growing appeal for snow tires? How to clean headlights. Fixing alignment issues. Is it possible to over torque a battery terminal? Inspecting starter and gear shifting issues. Are reusable filters worth the money? How often should air filters be replaced? Being aware of potholes. How to know if y…

The Zags end the WCC season back in a familiar place, as the WCC Tournament champions. It was one of, if not their best, defensive effort of the season.Now, the NCAA Tournament is upon us. Both Gonzaga and Saint Mary's will be in but what seeds will they receive? What postseason does USF, Santa Clara, and Oregon State have ahead of them?...and port…

The Pepperdine run is over. USF gave everything Gonzaga could handle but came up short.That leaves, you guessed it, Saint Mary's and Gonzaga. They will meet for the WCC championship on Tuesday night. Who comes out on top? What has to happen? How will this impact seeding?#collegebasketball #college #marchmadness #ncaatournament #gonzaga #sandiego #s…

The semifinals are set. Saint Mary's, Gonzaga, San Francisco, and... Pepperdine. Yes, the Waves are still alive and have now won three games in three days. How much is left in the tank for Saint Mary's?Can USF overcome their struggles against the Zags?#collegebasketball #college #marchmadness #ncaatournament #gonzaga #sandiego #stmarys #washingtons…

Pepperdine continues to roll, knocking off Oregon State to move onto the WCC quarterfinals. Wazzu followed suit with a convincing win over LMU.Santa Clara and USF await. Can the Dons overcome the absence of Marcus Williams?#collegebasketball #college #marchmadness #ncaatournament #gonzaga #sandiego #stmarys #washingtonstate #oregonstate #lmu #santa…

Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart are back for Tech Talk! They kick things off with discussions on extending the life of your machines once the original operating system stops updating and printer maintenance.PLUS Calls/texts on issues with a new iPhone, changes to Microsoft Outlook, printers that won’t connect to the the WiFi and wiping all your inf…

Pepperdine rallies behind Moe Odum's career night to take down Portland. LMU rolls over San Diego. Sets the stage for the newest WCC teams to hit the floor. Which of Oregon State and Washington State will move on?News from the Hilltop: Marcus Williams will be held out of competition. What we know and how will it impact the Dons on Sunday.#collegeba…

Just around the corner is spring so Theresa shares the latest seed trials going on. Also we take your gardening questions today pertaining to everything from arborvitae and other plants absorbing too much heat, trimming dogwood into spring, monitoring the grow light with your indoor plants, buckthorn, using distilled water with plants and much, muc…

With the weather warming up, it is important to keep an eye and ear out for noises and abnormalities with your vehicle. From proper maintenance to alternators to other upkeep that needs to be taken care of now that we are heading into a warmer time of the year! We also discuss what a turbo is, CV boot fixtures, batteries and much more! For any auto…

The Toreros advance! (Called it!) They take on LMU in the second round. Portland looks to get back in the win column against Pepperdine and move onto Saturday. Round 2 on Friday. #collegebasketball #college #marchmadness #ncaatournament #gonzaga #sandiego #stmarys #washingtonstate #oregonstate #lmu #santaclara #sanfrancisco #pepperdine #portland #p…

Augustas Marciulionis is the WCC Player of the Year... again, and it was clearer this year than last.San Diego and Pacific start the WCC Tournament on Thursday. Who are the sleepers? Who will take home the auto bid in Vegas?#collegebasketball #college #marchmadness #ncaatournament #gonzaga #sandiego #stmarys #washingtonstate #oregonstate #lmu #sant…

The regular season is over and it's now time for the WCC Tournament! Who has the best draw? What side of the bracket is the toughest?Ryan Nembhard left off the Bob Cousy Award finalist list. Really?!#collegebasketball #college #marchmadness #ncaatournament #gonzaga #sandiego #stmarys #washingtonstate #oregonstate #lmu #santaclara #sanfrancisco #pep…

Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart are back for Tech Talk. Steve opens the show with his feelings on what seems to be a losing battle in maintaining privacy online. Doug agrees and gives his thoughts on where we are most vulnerable and what to do about it. Lindsey asks about the quantum computing chips that some of the tech giants have announced in re…

Recovering plants after damage caused by rabbits. It's time to tap maple trees. Deer doing damage in the yard. How to get an Easter Cactus to bloom? The time to prune trees is running out. What is a flaming Katy plant? Reusing soil for vegetable plants. What mulch to use for growing pumpkins? Preventing disease in tomato plants. How long do Amaryll…

Nick calls us from on the road to Proctor. Rear trailing arm bushing replacement. What to do with vehicles without dipsticks? Are modern vehicles more reliable? Packing wheel bearings on a classic car. Low oil pressure alerts. What could cause a car to shake? Easy way to check brake status. Engine making a ticking noise. Can oil additives fix a lea…

Saint Mary's has won its third straight WCC title, taking down the Zags at the Kennel on Senior Night. Peak or more to come?Gonzaga, Santa Clara, and USF are in a race for second. Who will join the Gaels in the semifinals? LMU, Wazzu, and Portland all in play for 6th place. Seven spots still up for grabs for Las Vegas. How will it finish?Also, it's…

This morning there is a warmer temperature but Laura Irish Hanson, U of MN Extension horticulturalist joins to tell everyone - “hold off”, she explains why! We also dive into microgreens, buckthorn eradication, lilac growth fixes, more seeding questions and much more on Smart Gardens! For more information or questions you can go to ext.umn.edu…

With the weather warming up over the next month and currently out of the negative temps - no better time to get outside and inspect your vehicle. Today we tackled tire leak issues, a manual ABS issue, where to find recalls and service recommendations, going from 19 mpg all the way down to 6 and much much more! If you need your vehicle serviced or i…

Saint Mary's can clinch this week but there is still a chance for the Zags. Speaking of Gonzaga, they are in a three team race for second with San Francisco and Santa Clara. How can each team claim the bye to the semifinals? Wazzu hosts Gonzaga. Santa Clara and LMU both look to bounce back. #collegebasketball #college #marchmadness #ncaatournament …

Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart back for Tech Talk. They open the show discussing the importance of keeping separation of personal and work information on your machines.A listener asks about AI and printers and it spurs a conversation about artificial intelligence and what can be sacrificed with its unchecked application. Steve is mostly confused a…

This snow cover will be a big benefit for lawns. How long can grass seed last with proper storage? Putting Amaryllis plants into dormancy. Repotting a spider plant. Removing crownvetch from the yard. Plants that attract deer. Can you grow tomatoes with just compost? Is it safe to fertilize a lawn near a lake?Learn more from Jon Trappe and horticult…

Cold weather is causing problems for vehicles. Using a battery tender. Fuel gauge not moving after filling up the gas tank. What is a winter wiper blade? Is it okay to use the remote start in very cold weather? Testing a battery that will not hold a charge. Start/stop engine issues. How to take care of your tires when the weather gets cold. Compute…

Saint Mary's, San Francisco, Gonzaga, Santa Clara, and Oregon State are all separated by four games with three weeks to go. Who has the inside track on byes? Who is set up best to finish strong? #collegebasketball #college #marchmadness #ncaatournament #gonzaga #sandiego #stmarys #washingtonstate #oregonstate #lmu #santaclara #sanfrancisco #pepperd…

Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart open the show with a discussion about the necessity of browser diversity on your machines for the sake of yourself and the market itself. They take calls on internet speeds/providers including TMobile’s new 5G network, running Linux on old Mac that’s slowing down and how online authenticator apps work.…

How this snow can help outdoor plants. Gardening classes are available for you. How much can you trim a burning bush? Properly planting baptisia flowers. What is hybrid vigor? Dormant grass seed starting to grow. Identifying black spots on roses. When to cover strawberry bushes. When to remove a tree and plant a new one in its place. When to move a…

Snow buildup on low profile tires. Why heat may not be generated in the vehicle. Wheels locking on slippery roads. When 4 wheel drive should be used. Issues when doing tight turns. When to clean the throttle body. Causes behind squeaking breaks. Preventative maintenance tips. What could be causing a loud banging sound in the vehicle? Checking trans…

Saint Mary's takes a commanding lead in the WCC after their 62-58 win against Gonzaga. They hit the road against USF and Oregon State, who are a combined 27-1 at home.What's next for the Zags? How much trouble are they in? They get a red hot LMU team. #collegebasketball #college #marchmadness #ncaatournament #gonzaga #sandiego #stmarys #washingtons…

A discussion about the release of Deep Seek leads off this edition of Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart. The market shook but will American Big Tech? Doug is a little concerned. Callers/texts about pesky printer set up without WiFi, ugly Windows designs, finding your way back from the blue screen of death and apprehensions in updating …

Transferring Norfolk pine trees and what fertilizer to use for it. Growing edible perennials. Capturing rain water. Why soft water is not good for house plants. Is water collected from the roof okay to use on edible plants? Is it too soon to prune trees? Replacing soil for tomato plants with disease problems. Growing garlic. Repairing damage done b…

The right octane to use on your vehicle. Traction control problems. How to increase RPMS in your vehicle. The tire sensor keeps showing low pressure. Identifying noise coming from the wheels. Changing lifters on an SUV. Keys not turning on the ignition. Is it necessary to use motor treatment products? Hatchback opening up on its own.Ask our car car…

Saint Mary's gets a big win at Washington State and stays on the road to take on Santa Clara. What does the matchup look like? Jack Breslin joins to talk about the matchup. Zags look for revenge against Oregon State. Has the defense improved enough to even the series?#collegebasketball #college #marchmadness #ncaatournament #gonzaga #sandiego #stma…

Fertilizing house plants. What to do if you want to reuse soil. How long do we have left to dormant seed? Treating apple scab. Planting a poinsettia outside. Growing yellow wax beans. Controlling cattails in a pond. Learn more from horticulturalist Julie Weisenhorn extension.umn.edu