This year is almost like clockwork; we hit Oct. 1, and we’re suddenly enjoying night temperatures in the 50s and 60s all across Mississippi. This is a welcome change from previous years when it seemed that summer would never go away. For once, planting our cool-season annuals seems to be right on schedule.
Every now and then we all could use an upgrade. Well, here’s a great twist on a classic grilled cheese sandwich. The vegetables give the sandwich a little crunch, which kicks it up a notch!
This Supreme Grilled Cheese Sandwich offers a twist on the traditional version by including vegetables.
Mississippi gardeners who work to nurture nature in their landscape can learn from some of the top leaders in this field in an Oct. 19 event at Mississippi State University. The 67th Edward C. Martin Landscape Symposium will be hosted by the MSU Extension Service on campus at the Bost Center Auditorium. Registration for the half-day event is $25 in advance or $30 at the door.
State 4-H Congress, held at Mississippi State University in June, hosted more than 300 Mississippi 4-H’ers from every county. Young people were inspired through networking and competing at Congress.
State 4-H Congress, held at Mississippi State University in June, hosted more than 300 Mississippi 4-H’ers from every county. Young people were inspired through networking and competing at Congress. They engaged in positive leadership and educational opportunities to develop to their fullest potential.
The Pearl River County 4-H Junior Master Gardeners have made some special additions to Poplarville City Park. A new pollinator garden planted in raised beds features a wildflower area, a native plant area, and an herb area.
Extension established a Monarch Waystation at Poplarville City Park. In the group on the left (from left) are Alex Shook, Justin Majors, Callie McMichael, Ann Smith, April Grecho, and Phyllis Goodwin, and in the group on the right (from left) are Roxann Gort, Rose Arenas, Lee Shurley, Calla Shurley, Avery Grecho, and Jennifer Arenas.
The holidays are coming up and we all know what that means. Food, food, and more food! During these festivities, it’s important to remember to eat your vegetables, too.
The CDC recommends eating two to three cups of vegetables each day. (Photo by Canva)
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Leaders at Walmart in Louisville had already noticed Facebook posts announcing the new Winston County 4-H Kayak and Fishing Club when front-end coach Nikki Marshall realized they had too many life jackets and paddles in stock.
The Leake County and Winston County 4-H Kayak Clubs had a blast using the paddles and lifejackets they received from a generous donation.
At just 10 years old, Annalexa Moore is learning how to be a responsible pet owner, thanks to the 4-H Dog Club in Lauderdale County.
Annalexa Moore, Lauderdale County 4-H’er
When teachers and administrators at Leland School Park began taking steps to install a school garden in 2019, they had no idea they would get a first-of-its-kind outdoor classroom.
Leland School Park teacher Angela Hoggan teaches students about gardening.