Gadsden County

Gadsden County Extension Column

The hidden dangers of sugar in everyday foodsSharlee Whiddon Sugar is everywhere. From breakfast cereals to salad dressings, even seemingly healthy foods are often packed with hidden sugars—posing a silent but serious threat to public health. While many people know to avoid obvious sweets like candy and soda, the real challenge lies in identifying the…

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County expands Summer Youth Jobs Program after backlash over lottery selection

Erin HillGadsden County News ServiceFollowing public outcry over a lottery-based selection process, the Gadsden County Board of County Commissioners has voted unanimously to expand its Summer Youth Jobs Program, allowing all qualified student applicants who met the deadline to be hired.At a special meeting on Wednesday, May 14, commissioners approved funding for 98 additional positions,…

Parents outraged after summer youth employment applicants selected by lottery, not merit

Commissioners question fairness of the program’s process. Erin HillGadsden County News Service Parents and county officials are raising concern after learning that student applicants for the summer youth employment program applicants were chosen through a lottery system.This year 291 students applied. Of those students, 150 were selected.Although it was not on the agenda during the…

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