Are you finding it harder to make ends meet? Many people are having to adjust their spending with rising prices on everything from groceries to gasoline. But even as prices rise, most families can find a little room in their budgets by taking a close look at where their money goes each month.
Tips to Recognize Lawn Problems
June 28, 2023
A lot of time and energy is put into caring for your lawn: mowing, fertilizing, watering, and everything in between.
Do Bats Help Control Mosquitoes?
June 23, 2023
While scientists know bats eat mosquitoes, the insect makes up only part of their diet. So the question is: Do bats significantly lower mosquito numbers?
The Food Factor: Strawberry Pineapple Lemonade
June 20, 2023
Try this fun twist on the classic lemonade this summer.
Tips to Identify Oak Trees
June 19, 2023
What do turkey, water, willow, swamp chestnut, and white all have in common? If you guessed they’re all native oak trees in Mississippi, you’d be a winner!
5 Tips for Men’s Health
June 13, 2023
June is National Men’s Health Month! Men’s Health Month is about encouraging men to care for their bodies by exercising, eating right, and taking steps to prevent disease.
The Science of Fireflies
June 9, 2023
During summer nights, something magical happens. Tiny insects light up the night sky, making summertime just a bit more special than it already is.
Bird of the Month: Mourning Dove
June 6, 2023
“Coo-OO-oo-woo!” With their rather sorrowful call, the mourning dove sings one of the most recognizable songs.
The Food Factor: Corn and Cucumber Salad
June 6, 2023
This delicious salad is naturally vegan, sugar-free, dairy-free, and gluten-free not to mention fresh and easy to assemble. It’s also budget-friendly, especially if you grow some of these vegetables yourself.
June Landscape Tasks
May 30, 2023
Summertime is officially here! Kids are out of school, and many people are gearing up for summer adventures with the family.
How to Control Snakes Around Your Home
May 26, 2023
Snakes, like other wildlife, need a suitable place to live and enough food to eat. If the area around your home checks these boxes, they may take up residence there. These tips can help reduce the chances of a surprise encounter with a snake around you house.
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