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Trees of Merit

Nothing enhances home and garden quite like well-grown trees. They provide an anchor for the landscape and shelter for birds. Trees outlive their owners and see generations of people pass under their boughs. Gardens come and go, yet a tree remains as a … read more

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2021 Toyota Venza

The 2021 Toyota Venza is a new mid-size crossover hybrid SUV that’s big on interior space and comfort. It has standard AWD and an excellent safety suite.  … read more

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Growing Culinary Herbs

Growing culinary herbs gives you a little bit of everything you garden for: beauty, scent, a pantry filled with your own fine seasonings and a connection to the history of gardening. Throughout history, people all over the world knew the value of herbs … read more

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2021 Lexus RX 350L

Model Tested: 2021 Lexus RX 350L AWD Luxury Engine: 3.5-liter V-8 290 horsepower, 263 lb-ft torque Transmission: 8-speed automatic, all-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 18-mpg city, 25-mpg highway, 21-mpg combined Base Price: $55,300 As Tested: $63,525 Performance: Smooth V-6 engine Good acceleration Good fuel economy—we matched … read more

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2021 Lexus LX570

 Model Tested: 2021 Lexus LX 570 5-Door SUV Engine: 5.7-liter V-8, 383 horsepower, 403 lb-ft torque Transmission: 8-speed automatic, four-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 12-mpg city, 16-mpg highway, 14-mpg combined Base Price: $91,580 As Tested: $106,845 Performance: Lots of high-tech off-road, bad weather technology Very rugged, … read more

Ansara Patterson

The Smell of Smoke Perfume

For me, smoking or barbecuing is a way to relax, reflect and have fun — and while doing so, soaking in the smell and flavor of what I call smoke perfume. Sometimes, you will find me smoking in the evening, with a glass … read more

2021 Mazda3 Turbo
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2021 Mazda 3 — Fun and Versatile

Model tested: 2021 Mazda 3 AWD Premium Plus Engine: Skyactiv 2.5-liter DOHC turbo Transmission: SKYACTIVE-Drive 6-speed automatic Horsepower: 227 Torque: 310 lb.-ft. EPA rating: 23/city, 32/highway, 27/combined Base price: $32,450 As tested: $33,890 Overview: The 2021 Mazda 3 is available as a compact … read more

2021 Aston Martin DBX
Behind the Wheel

2021 Aston Martin DBX — A High-Performance SUV

Model tested: 2021 Aston Martin DBX Engine: 4-liter, twin-turbo V8 Transmission: 9-speed automatic Horsepower: 542 Torque: 516 lb.-ft. EPA rating: 14/city, 18/highway, 15/combined Base price: $179,986 As tested: $222,786 Overview: We have to admit an affinity for Aston Martin that began with driving … read more

2022 BMW M5
Behind the Wheel

2021 BMW 5-Series M5 — Fire-Breathing Monster in Sheep’s Clothing

Model tested: 2021 BMW M5 Competition Sedan Engine: 4.4-liter, twin-turbo V8 Transmission: 8-speed automatic w/paddle shifters Horsepower: 617 Torque: 553 lb.-ft. EPA rating: 25/city, 32/highway, 27/combined Base price: $103,500 As tested: $136,045 Overview: The 2021 BMW 5-Series M5 Competition is a midsize, high-performance, … read more

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