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Gadsden County Extension Column

From storage to service: How to prep irrigation and sprayers for spring As winter comes to an end and spring planting approaches, farmers in Gadsden County need to make sure irrigation and spraying equipment is ready to go. After sitting idle for months, pumps, pivots, sprayers, and nozzles can develop problems that lead to costly…

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Crossroad hosts ribbon cutting ceremony for new gym

Leo TorresGadsden County News Service Crossroad Academy officially unveiled its brand new gymnasium Monday.  The school called the event a “significant milestone in the school’s continued commitment to student wellness, athletics, and community engagement.” The ceremony, which began at 1:30 p.m., was opened by CEO Al Gunn and school principal Dr.Tireshia Galloway.  Athletic Director Roy…

Hunt ends with 52 bears killed

Jim TurnerNews Service of Florida Florida’s first black bear hunt in a decade resulted in 52 bears killed, less than one-third of the potential number.The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission on Tuesday released details about the hunt, which was held from Dec. 6 through Sunday in four parts of the state. Through a lottery-style…

Just how important are Florida’s forests?

John DoonerGadsden County News Service October 23 kicks off “Florida Forests Week,” a special time for those of us who own,  manage, and depend upon Florida’s forests for our livelihoods. It is our time to share our  story, educate, and thank our fellow Floridians for recognizing our contributions to the great  state of Florida. We…

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