Whether you’re gifting cookies, jams, breads, or savory treats this holiday season, here are a few quick tips for keeping your food gifts safe.
Bird of the Month: Northern Mockingbird
July 7, 2023
Every Mississippian is familiar with the northern mockingbird. In 1944, it became the official bird of Mississippi.
July Landscape Checklist
July 3, 2023
And just like that, our mild, rainy summer has turned hot and steamy.
The Food Factor: Summer Squash and Onion Packet
June 30, 2023
Try this tasty way to cook those zucchinis from your summer vegetable garden.
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.
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