Summer and grilling are often synonymous. Typically, the foods we choose to grill are less than nutritious but it doesn’t have to be that way. The grill can be a great way to infuse a ton of flavor into those nutritious foods you’re trying ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition
There are many things you can do in your own home, that don’t cost a lot, but can increase your child’s school readiness skills. In the living room – Use a measuring tape or ruler to measure lamps, furniture, etc. Then count the inches ... READ MORE
Category: Relationships & FamilyPromotions such as – We Can Repair Your Credit – are everywhere. They imply that all you need to do is hire a service to get negative items wiped off your credit history and your credit score will instantly improve. The reality is that consumers ... READ MORE
Category: Money Matters
With summer upon us here in Florida, it’s even more important to consider our fluid intake. Our body is made up of around 2/3 water! Because of that, water is important for so many reasons, including: helping our body use food for fuel ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS, Work & Life
We have all heard the about credit card numbers being stolen. This could lead a consumer to believe that paying with a credit card is unsafe. Actually, credit cards can provide a convenient, protected way to make purchases. It can be much easier ... READ MORE
Category: Money Matters, Work & LifeHow do they work? A set amount is deducted tax free from each paycheck and deposited into a special account. The money can be used to pay qualified reimbursed medical, dental, and vision expenses. Examples of qualified expenses - co pays, ... READ MORE
Category: Money Matters, Work & Life
Hillsborough County Extension is offering training to those interested in becoming a Florida Master Money Mentor volunteer. The program is an opportunity for participants to learn more about personal finance and then share that knowledge with ... READ MORE
Category: Community Volunteers, Events, Money MattersThe tax filing deadline this year is April 18. If a tax filer is owed a refund, they have up to 3 years to file and get that refund back. Free software will be available until October 16, 2017 for filers with an adjusted gross income of $64,000 ... READ MORE
Category: Money MattersIn partnership with the Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library, Extension Service is offering a free “Credit Questions and Answers” class from 7 to 8 p.m. on April 25,2017 at the library, 3910 S. Manhattan Ave., Tampa. In addition to exploring ... READ MORE
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In previous years, the American Heart Association® promoted physical activity through National Walking Day, which typically fell the first week in April. Now, the organization has moved into promoting physical activity throughout the month ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition