Wood or bark chip mulch is great around trees, shrubs, perennials, and small fruits. [Figure 4] A wood/bark chip mulch creates a favorable environment for earthworms and soil microorganisms. Over time, this helps reduce soil compaction.
Massachusetts gubernatorial election, 2018. The 2018 Massachusetts gubernatorial election will take place on November 6, 2018, to elect the Governor of Massachusetts. Incumbent Republican Governor Charlie Baker is eligible to run for re-election to a second term in office. No announcement has been made if Governor Charlie Baker will run for a second term.
State Officials. Governor Bruce Rauner (R) Lt. Governor Evelyn Sanguinetti (R) Attorney General Lisa Madigan (D) Secretary of State Jesse White (D) Comptroller Susana Mendoza (D) Treasurer Michael Frerichs (D) Senator (44th District) Bill Brady (R) Senator (48th District) Andy Manar (D) Senator (50th District) William Sam McCann (R) Representative (87th District) Tim Butler (R) Representative (96th District) Sue Scherer (D) Representative (99th District) Sara Wojcicki Jimenez (R) Representative (100th District) C.D. Davidsmeyer (R) Governor Bruce Rauner (R)