Some children dread the thought of doing homework. They may leave an assignment for the last minute or refuse to do it all together. Many parents handle this by trying to force their children to do their homework. However, getting into a power ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Home ManagementAffordable Housing Programs in Gadsden County: The following programs are available for Gadsden County residents who wish to purchase a home. All programs require that participants attend the first time homebuyer education program and receive ... READ MORE
Category: Home Management, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & LifeFormosan termites have been swarming all over the area. A few of the reproductives may find their way into your home. Don't panic. If you find quite a few in the house, call your termite professional to do an inspection and evaluate the area. Formosan ... READ MORE
Category: Home Management, Pests & Disease, Work & LifeDangerous germs – like hepatitis A and rotavirus – can live on surfaces for several weeks. Clean and sanitize!!!!! If someone touches those surfaces, germs can get on the person’s hands and then be transferred into the mouth, to other ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Home Management, Work & LifeIt is summer and children will spend more time outside. Have you checked your garage for any chemicals that could harm them? Click here to read more... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Home Management, Work & LifeEcoNomic-Living-Expo-2013-Seminar-Schedule Lots of great seminars, exhibits and workshops at the 2013 Eco-Nomic Living Expo!! Join us this Saturday, Feb. 2nd 9:30-2 at the Emerald Coast Convention Center. If you have children or grandchildren, ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Home Management, Money Matters, Work & LifeTax Prepflyer Lots of exciting things happening at the 2013 Eco-Nomic Living Expo this Saturday, Feb. 2nd! Exhibits, free document shredding, kids activities, seminars and FREE Tax Prep for those with incomes $51000 or less. FREE ADMISSION! ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Home Management, Money MattersWhat you don’t know can hurt you. “I didn’t know.” In these words lies the story of countless deaths and injuries in countless homes. About one-half of the accidental deaths of children occur in the home— from falls, suffocation/choking, ... READ MORE
Category: Home Management, Work & LifeCourtesy of Shelley Swenson UF/ IFAS Wakulla Extension FCS/ EFNEP Agent An electrician or another person competent in electronics should check your electrical system and appliances before you try to use them. You can ask your power supplier ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Home Management, Work & LifeCourtesy of Shelley Swenson Wakulla County Extension FCS/EFNEP Agent When to Discard, Clean, or Call a Professional When faced with flood-damaged carpeting and rugs, your options will depend on the source of flooding. If floodwater consisted ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Home Management, Work & Life