Public employees. Less than half of the states include state employees in their definitions of public official and of those, most only include high-level employees. Effective June 2008, Illinois added sworn law enforcement or peace officers to their definition. Excluding legislators.
Definition of dogwood winter. South & Midland. : a brief spell of wintry weather in spring.
The Japanese dogwood (Cornus kousa) is more drought tolerant than the native dogwood because it can handle more sun. This exotic species also blooms later in spring, after its leaves already have come out. Most arborists recommend pruning dogwoods to improve their vigor and structure.