One common financial question I hear is, “should I pay off my debt first, or start my emergency fund?” An emergency fund should have between three to six months’ worth of expenses. So if it costs you $3000 a month to run your household, ... READ MORE
Category: Money Matters, Work & Life
In December of 2024, three water level sensors and weather stations were installed in coastal areas along the Pasco County Coastline. The sensors are located along the Pithlachascotee River at the Port Richey Water Front Park, at the Energy ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Disaster Preparation, Natural Resources, Recreation, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife
The Link Between Probiotics and Heart Health: A Growing Connection, by Extension Intern Mami Okada Probiotics are widely recognized for their ability to support digestive health, but emerging research suggests that they may offer additional ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
The featured Gulf Coast Catch and cook species for January 2025 is the Red Grouper! Red Grouper are exciting to catch and delicious to eat! January serves as the perfect time to target Red Grouper with cold water bringing the fish into shallower ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Health & Nutrition, Natural Resources, Recreation, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, WildlifeWhen you check your credit score on websites that provide your free credit score, do you know which credit score you’re looking at? We actually have numerous credit scores, generated from two competing companies: FICO and VantageScore. ... READ MORE
Category: Money Matters, Work & Life
With hurricane season upon us, it is important to understand how to properly prepare and protect your family, home, and property from potential storm impacts. The hurricane season officially runs from June 1st through November 30th, however, ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Disaster Preparation, UF/IFAS Extension
UPDATE (8-27-2024): Pasco scallop season reopens, starting August 28th, 2024. FWC has reopened and extended the recreational scallop season in Pasco County. After continuous testing, measured levels for both the algae (Pyrodinium bahamense) ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Food Safety, Natural Resources, Recreation, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife
Breakfast is free in Pasco County schools this school year. It’s important to encourage your child to have breakfast, whether it’s at home or at school. Here are a few things to know about this important meal: You don’t have to ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Did you know July is National Ice Cream Month? And rightfully so; summertime and ice cream go hand in hand. You may have heard that ice cream is a way to get calcium in your diet, but it’s also a way to get excess calories, fat, and added ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Are you a fan of fresh aromatic herbs in your dishes? If so, growing marjoram right at home might just become your new favorite hobby. In this guide, we'll explore how to grow marjoram at home. We’ll highlight growing conditions, pest and ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Health & Nutrition, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension