Full disclosure, I take a day of annual leave every April 15th. I need that day to finish and submit my taxes. Usually, I start my federal income taxes earlier, but I don’t finish. Then April 15th is here before I know it, leaving me to ... READ MORE
Category: Money Matters, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Although Florida perpetuates sunny beaches, it does get cold, especially in North Florida. You may find yourself spending more time indoors. When it is chilly outside, there is an increase in the usage of fireplaces and wood stoves. While ... READ MORE
Category: UF/IFAS Extension
Be Safe Enjoying a Holiday Tradition Not sure the history of fireworks and how they became a symbol for ringing in the New Year, but many people celebrate with their own display. Unfortunately, it is also a time when people get hurt. Most people ... READ MORE
Category: Events, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
When is the last time you washed the bathroom mat? According to a British study in the March issue of Cleaning Matters, a publication for the professional cleaning industry, only 1 in 4 wash their bathmat at least once a week. The study ... READ MORE
Category: Home Management, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
The start of school is here! If you can pair sales with the sales tax holiday, it is a great time to stock up on school supplies that kids will need throughout the school year. Markers, pens, paints, and paper are tools for drawing and painting. ... READ MORE
Category: Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
The Florida cattle industry has a rich history, beginning with the arrival of Spanish explorers in the early 16th century. In 1521, Ponce de León introduced cattle to Florida, laying the foundation for the industry with hardy cattle suited ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Livestock, UF/IFAS Extension
Suwannee County History Whether you have lived here all your life or have moved to Suwannee County, there are a lot of reasons to love our “home”. Many people travel to foreign countries to learn about history. Our community is steeped ... READ MORE
Category: Community Volunteers, Events, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
While you are cleaning out closets and airing out your home this spring, don’t forget to prevent dust build up. Lead found in paint (homes pre-1978) and older items (imported, antique, etc) in your home crumbles over time into dust. Lead ... READ MORE
Category: Home Management, UF/IFAS Extension
Hay production is a major crop in Suwannee County. Tuesday October 17th, 2023, two of our outstanding hay producers were recognized at the 2023 Sunbelt Ag Expo for their submission of hay samples into the Southeastern Hay Contest. Doug Carter ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, UF/IFAS Extension
I grew up in restaurants, I love to cook, and I teach commercial food safety. On a recent webinar explaining the most current food code updates, I learned that frozen foods are not created equally. Did you know that if a commercially prepared ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, UF/IFAS Extension, , Work & Life