Erin HillGadsden County News Service The Havana Garden Club has announced its residential and commercial Yards of the Month for September. Bud and Rosemary Branson, of 921 Magnolia Drive, received the residential Yard of the Month honor. The Bransons recently moved back to Havana after living away from the area for several years. After purchasing…
Bring 4-H to Your Child’s School Crystalgale Hunter Have you ever picked your child up from school and listened as they excitedly told you about chicks hatching in their classroom, building and testing a machine, discovering an unusual insect, learning about farm animals, or participating in an agriculture activity? If so, there is a good…
Erin HillGadsden County News Service The Havana Garden Club has selected its residential and commercial honorees for its latest Yard of the Month recognition. The club’s Yard of the Month Committee selected the office of David Wesolowski, 306 Main St., for the commercial recognition. According to the Garden Club, more Havana merchants have added colorful…
Erin HillGadsden County News Service The Havana Garden Club has selected its July Yard of the Month recipients, recognizing one residential property and one commercial landscape for their beauty and upkeep. The Residential Yard of the Month was awarded to Ann Petronis of 508 Live Oak Lane. The property features numerous decorative pots overflowing with…
One shot at nematode control: Why timing matters for farmers Robbie Jones As spring planting gets closer, farmers in Gadsden County are preparing for another growing season. While most attention is on seed choices and fertilizer plans, there’s a hidden threat beneath the soil that can quietly rob yields: nematodes. These tiny roundworms attack plant…
Welcome to the World of 4-HEvie Blount Gadsden County 4-H is pleased to welcome all families to attend and get ready for a high-energy, fun-filled day of discovery, creativity, and hands-on excitement at the upcoming Welcome to the World of 4-H Event on Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the…
Erin HillGadsden County News Service The City of Chattahoochee is inviting residents and visitors to celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday with an evening of live entertainment, family activities and fireworks on Independence Day. The celebration will be held Saturday, July 4, at River Landing, 269 River Landing Road. Festivities begin at 4 p.m. The event…
Savor summer safely: Tips for healthy and delicious grillingShare Whiddon As temperatures rise and backyards fill with the aroma of sizzling food, summer grilling becomes a centerpiece of outdoor gatherings. Whether it’s a family cookout, neighborhood barbecue, or a picnic in the park, grilling offers a chance to enjoy flavorful meals and meaningful connections. But…
Erin Hill Gadsden County News Service The Gadsden County Board of County Commissioners approved a new countywide facility and park use policy and authorized the distribution of opioid settlement funding during its June 1 meeting. Commissioners spent considerable time discussing the proposed facility and park use policy, application form and standard use agreement governing the…
Exploring blackberry production opportunities in North Florida Blackberries are a deciduous, perennial crop that thrive in temperate climates. While several native blackberry species grow wild in Florida, their small fruit size, late maturation, and low yields make them unsuitable for commercial production. Historically, cultivated blackberry varieties in Florida have been primarily limited to homeowner production….
