Several stores have been closed as Ridley Township investigates a possible infestation. Source: r20.rs6.net
Roberts: Broken desks, rodents. One Arizona teacher explains why she’s fed up (via azcentral)
As we wait to find out if Arizona’s #RedforEd teachers will strike, one teacher offers an account of life in a Phoenix-area suburban high school. Source: azcentral
Lyme disease on the rise (via MYCHAMPLAINVALLEY)
It’s about that time, when families begin to play outdoor activities. Source: MYCHAMPLAINVALLEY
How one bite from a tick can cause a life long allergy to red meat (via Michael Ritter)
With the weather finally starting to warm up, most people will be heading outside a lot more often to enjoy the sunshine. Source: Michael Ritter
New technique being tested to combat mosquitoes in a section of Longboat Key (via Sarasota News | Mysuncoast.com and ABC 7)
The Manatee County Mosquito Control District has partnered with a Dutch company to test a new technique for battling the mosquito problem with the In2Care trap. Source: Sarasota News | Mysuncoast.com and ABC 7
Feds: Rodents, filth found at N.C. farm tied to massive egg recall (via USA TODAY)
Rodents and other problems were discovered at the Rose Acre Farms egg operation in Pantego, N.C. Source: USA TODAY
Rats move into apartment after Las Vegas family goes on vacation (via KTNV)
A Las Vegas family is moving out of their apartment after they say it became infested with rats while they were on vacation. Source: KTNV
Abandoned Yonkers Store Now Home To Horde Of Rats (via r20.rs6.net)
They only come out at night, but the rats who have taken up residence in the ruins of National Wholesale Liquidators Seem to have plans for their new neighborhood. Source: r20.rs6.net
Ticks are out and about again, so be aware – Ashcroft Cache Creek Journal (via Ashcroft Cache Creek Journal)
Ticks are looking for a final big meal, and humans are an excellent host. Source: Ashcroft Cache Creek Journal
Lyme Epidemic Spreads Worse Than Ever (via EcoWatch)
As Lyme moves into new communities, residents often don’t know how to protect themselves, and local doctors aren’t always prepared. Source: EcoWatch
