Let’s Celebrate…Lakes With more than 7,800 naturally occurring lakes, Florida is among 25 States nationwide which have submitted proclamations in support of Lakes Appreciation month, observed each summer in July. Through the University ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources
Created by longtime family friends, George and Carolyn Richardson, the Hal Porter 4-H Scholarship Endowment will provide educational scholarships to graduating 4-H seniors and alumni, with a preference for members of Citrus County 4-H and youth ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
In the United States, scams and fraud are big business. Each year the number of consumer fraud reports and the dollars lost are rising. In fact, the FTC received a total of 4.8 million consumer fraud and identity theft complaints in 2020. A ... READ MORE
Category: Money Matters, Work & Life
Did you know that head and neck cancer is the seventh most common cancer in the world? Sixty percent of Florida counties are above the national rate. UF/IFAS Extension is pleased to partner with UF Health in a research project on making it ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research
Snook, a prized game fish, have been moving farther north in the Gulf of Mexico during the last few decades as hard freezes become less frequent Researchers have tagged 20 snook to track their movements during the winter when the fish ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, Recreation, UF/IFAS Research, Water
Most people don't know or care about their credit score until they need to make a large purchase and apply for financing. But, did you know that a good credit score can save you money through lower insurance premiums and lower interest rates? If ... READ MORE
Category: Money Matters, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
By Stephanie Clamer You do not need to spend money to be physically active. The only special equipment you need is a pair of comfortable walking shoes. Here are a few ideas to help you get moving, for free! Close to home Get your garden ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
By Stephanie Clamer With schools being closed and a safer at home order in effect, are you and your children looking for something fun to do? Here are 5 ideas for fun: Indoor/outdoor treasure hunt Design a treasure hunt by creating ... READ MORE
Category: Relationships & Family, , Work & Life