Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. Although there is never such a thing as a bad time to go fishing, the warmer summer months and extra leisure time seem to make the summer…
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Leaves and Limestone: Smoke and flame azaleas
Jennifer Mason Contributor The air is thick with smoke as I get ready to work in my vegetable garden. It seems as if folks have gone burn crazy. Now I know that…
National Agriculture Day: Celebrating the industry that built Jefferson County
Hailey Waldo ECB Publishing, Inc. Each year, on Tuesday, March 24, communities across the nation take time to celebrate the importance of agriculture during National Agriculture Day. The day is a reminder…
Eastern lubbers are hatching now
Ed Duke and Sam Hand Florida A&M University Mid-summer is the time when North Florida residents typically notice the largest numbers of adult eastern lubber grasshoppers. The females are seeking appropriate places…
Community enjoys a family night of fun at annual NWTF Banquet
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. On March 7, the Jefferson County Kings of Spring chapter (JCKOS) of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) held their annual Hunting Heritage Banquet. The family-friendly banquet…
S.E.E.D. (Spring Extension Expo Day) is March 14
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. On Saturday, March 14, the UF/IFAS Extension office in Jefferson County will hold its annual spring expo, beginning at 9 a.m. and lasting until 1 p.m. at…
Jefferson County Kings of Spring to host two fundraising events March, 7, 14
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. For local residents with an affinity for the outdoors, the Jefferson County Kings of Spring (associated with the National Wild Turkey Federation) has two highly-anticipated events happening…
Laura’s Garden Notes: Lovely and luscious blue
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. It’s a good idea to plant for a rainbow of edibles and when doing that not to overlook the blue ones. Blue foods are known for being…
Volunteers needed to support new 4-H Shooting Sports Club
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Thirty-three youth have filled up the waiting list for a new Jefferson County 4-H club focused on shooting sports. Adult volunteers are needed, however, before the club…
Join the Garden Growers 4-H Club
Fauna Mitchell UF/IFAS Extension – Jefferson Calling all 7-12 year olds in Jefferson County! Have you ever tasted a sun-warmed cherry tomato straight from the vine? Would you like to crunch into…
Farm Bureau establishes disaster relief fund for agriculture
Story Submitted Florida Farm Bureau has created a disaster relief fund that will assist Florida farmers and ranchers who have suffered significant agricultural losses or expenses because of weather-related events and other…
Learn about the new Beekeeping 4-H Club at open house Feb. 24
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. A new 4-H club is preparing to start up for youth ages 8 and up who are interested in beekeeping. An informational open house will be held…
Florida producers urged to report agricultural losses from winter 2026 freeze events
Hailey Waldo ECB Publishing, Inc. Florida agricultural producers impacted by the winter 2026 freeze events are being asked to participate in a rapid damage assessment survey, led by the University of Florida’s…
Laura’s Garden Notes: From seed to stovetop
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. “When the world wearies and society fails to satisfy, there is always the garden.” – Minnie Aumonier Over the past few weeks, we’ve had snow flurries, icy gales,…
Grassroots members advocate in Tallahassee for Farm Bureau Day
Florida Farm Bureau Contributor More than 400 grassroots members spent a day in Tallahassee to meet with elected officials at the state level during Farm Bureau Day, held this year on Tuesday,…
Leaves and Limestone: Landscaping for wildlife and other winter thoughts
Jennifer Mason Contributor The cold weather this winter is the test for what plants are going to survive and thrive in your yard/property. The blooming exotics such as Japanese magnolias and flowering…
Landscaping for wildlife and other winter thoughts
Jennifer Mason Contributor The cold weather this winter is the test for what plants are going to survive and thrive in your yard/property. The blooming exotics such as Japanese magnolias and flowering…
Fire & Nature Festival is rescheduled for Feb. 7
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Red Hills Fire & Nature Festival, originally planned for Saturday, Jan. 31, has been rescheduled to Saturday, Feb. 7, due to the cold and windy weather…
Drought disaster assistance available
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The U.S. Dept. of Agriculture (USDA) has designated eight Florida counties as primary natural disaster areas due to the recent drought. These include Jefferson County as well…
Forest Service gives away trees on Florida Arbor Day
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. On Florida Arbor Day, local and regional leaders of the Florida Forest Service held a tree giveaway in the parking lot of Tractor Supply in Monticello. A…