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Success story: Hillsborough County Extension office gets makeover thanks to Tampa Bay Estuary Program mini grant

by Tia Silvasy

April 17, 2024

Landscape plants add beauty to our community, but also provide valuable ecosystem services, such as providing habitat for wildlife, preventing soil erosion and contribute to a resilient natural environment. Native plants, specifically, are ... READ MORE

Category: , Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Lawn, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Class, Florida-friendly Landscaping, Grant, Tampa Bay, Tsilvasy

April 15 Tax Deadline: Penalties Depend on Whether You Owe

by Lisa Leslie

April 11, 2024

The April 15, 2024, tax filing deadline comes with the potential of two types of penalties for people who owe money. (For residents of Maine or Massachusetts, the tax deadline is Wednesday, April 17, due to Patriot’s Day and Emancipation ... READ MORE

Category: , Money Matters, Work & Life
Tags: April 15, Federal Income Tax Filing, Filing An Extension, Free Tax Prep, Tax Deadline

Webinar: Federal Income Taxes and Your Paycheck

by Lisa Leslie

April 3, 2024

Join us for this upcoming webinar! Federal Income Taxes & Your Paycheck: An IRS representative will demonstrate the Tax Withholding Estimator. This online Estimator is a free tool that can help you make sure the right amount of money ... READ MORE

Category: Events, Money Matters
Tags: Federal Income Tax, Federal Income Tax Rates, Income Taxes, Tax Withholding

It’s Lubber Grasshopper Season!

by Tia Silvasy

April 1, 2024

Eastern lubber grasshoppers are very interesting because in the early part of their lifecycle when they are nymphs, their colors are black with a red or yellow stripe, whereas adults are yellow with patterns of red and black. They can do significant ... READ MORE

Category: , Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Lawn, Pests & Disease, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Florida-friendly Landscaping, Grasshopper, Hillsborough, Insect, Landscape, Pest, Tampa

Home Sale: Will You Pay a Capital Gains Tax?

by Lisa Leslie

April 1, 2024

If you sell an asset such as a stock or a property and make a profit (AKA a capital gain) you are subject to a capital gains tax on the net profit. Luckily, in the case of the sale of your main home, you may qualify to exclude a relatively large ... READ MORE

Category: Money Matters, Work & Life

Bone Health for Seniors

by joshuapayne

March 26, 2024

Ever wonder what foods to eat to promote bone health? As we age, we are at risk of losing bone and muscle mass. Luckily, the food we eat and being active can help slow down this process! Come learn more at the Bone Health BINGO class held at ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition
Tags: Bone Health, Health, Nutrition, Seniors

Exploring Alternatives to Turfgrass for Your Landscape

by Michael J. Masucci

March 21, 2024

Are you considering replacing your traditional turfgrass for reasons beyond just foot traffic, such as water conservation, low maintenance, or simply seeking a more environmentally friendly option? If so, you're not alone! In this article, ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Lawn, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Tags: Discovery Garden, Florida-friendly Landscaping, Groundcovers, Hillsborough County, Uf/ifas Extension

Still Time for 2023 Contributions to Tax Advantaged Accounts

by Lisa Leslie

March 11, 2024

There is still time to make 2023 contributions to Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs). The deadline to make these contributions is April 15, 2024. This is helpful because there is a limit on how much can ... READ MORE

Category: Money Matters, Work & Life
Tags: Health Savings Account, HSA, IRA, Roth IRA, Tax Advantage, Tax Deduction

Hillsborough County 4-H Youth Leadership Council

by ambernorris

March 6, 2024

What is a County Council? The 4-H Program utilizes many opportunities to provide educational experiences for youth. The 4-H Council at a county, district, and/or state levels is one of these tools. Hillsborough County Council is ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, , Clubs & Volunteers, Events, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: 4-H, Anorris, Citizenship, Civics, Communication, Leadership, Life Skills, Public Speaking, Youth

Information about 4-H and how to enroll

by ambernorris

February 26, 2024

I am so excited that you are here to learn more about 4-H in Hillsborough County. 4-H is for all youth ages 8-18. Our motto is to Make the Best Better. We foster the spark in youth. One way to explain a "spark" (Benson, 2008) is something ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, , Clubs & Volunteers, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: 4-H, Amber Norris, Anorris, Central Florida, Children, Family, Florida, Hillsborough, Hillsborough County, Parenting

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