Pineapple Fried Rice is both savory and sweet and makes an easy, nutritious weeknight dinner!
Pineapple Fried Rice is a quick and easy alternative to takeout.
Artificial intelligence is the most recent tool in the toolbox for the Mississippi State University Extension Service in its ongoing efforts to provide the best research-backed information to the residents of the state.
MSU’s Agricultural Autonomy Institute, or AAI, hosted the National AI in Agriculture and Natural Resources Conference on March 31-April 2 in Starkville. ExtensionBot was the first item to be addressed at the conference.
I often get asked which plants thrive in the shade, so today I want to discuss some native selections that do just that.
During a recent visit to a nursery in New Albany, Mississippi, I came across some unique native plants that are perfect for partially to fully shaded areas. These plants brighten spaces, support pollinators and require minimal maintenance.
One of my favorites is Golden Ragwort, known scientifically as Packera aurea. It is a versatile perennial in the daisy family that provides year-round interest.
Did you know cauliflower is an underdeveloped flower bud? Cauliflower is a great substitute for high carbohydrates and starchy foods.
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Drinking too much alcohol or too often can have a negative effect on your health and nutrition goals. Qula offers some tips for reducing or eliminating alcohol.
Mocktails are a good alternative if you want to reduce or eliminate alcohol from your diet.
Cynthia Slaughter Melton describes herself as a professional volunteer.
Cynthia Slaughter Melton, Mississippi Homemaker Volunteer Cluster Club member in Scott County
April is Native Plant Month, making it the perfect time to celebrate the beauty and importance of native species. Native azalea is one of my favorites, and it is currently putting on a spectacular show.
Throughout this month, I’ll highlight other native plants that thrive in our region.
In this episode, Erica Windham from Cleaning Solutions Auburn shares her powerful journey of overcoming digital marketing overwhelm to achieve real entrepreneurial success. Facing the challenge of managing multiple platforms and finding time for consistent engagement, Erica discovered smart strategies to streamline her digital efforts—transforming obstacles into opportunities.
In this episode, you'll learn how to:
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Conquer Digital Overwhelm: Discover Erica’s tactics for managing time and simplifying your social media strategy.
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Leverage the Right Tools: Learn how tools like HootSuite can help focus your digital marketing efforts.
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Adapt and Thrive: See how shifting from a residential to a commercial focus enabled Erica to survive and thrive in harsh market conditions.
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Turn Challenges into Success: Get actionable insights that can help any entrepreneur transform marketing struggles into breakthrough results.
For more on digital marketing and entrepreneurship, check out the Bricks to Clicks Marketing Podcast. Tune in and get inspired to make your own digital breakthrough!
In this empowering episode, Dr. Lindsey Valdiviez shares her incredible journey from the world of horseback riding to becoming an internal medicine resident. Growing up showing horses and competing in equestrian at the NCAA level at Baylor, Lindsey faced many obstacles along the way—yet each challenge only fueled her determination to pursue her dream of becoming a doctor. She reflects on how the lessons she learned in the saddle—resilience, discipline, and focus—helped her conquer the tough moments in her life. If you’ve ever faced setbacks or wondered if you can truly achieve your dreams, this episode will inspire you to keep pushing forward, no matter the hurdles. Tune in for a powerful story about perseverance, grit, and the unwavering belief that your dreams are always within reach.
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.
April is Financial Literacy Month. What better time to take a good look at your budget? Photo by Adobe Stock/RomanR