It is important to think about pollinators, especially during spring while plants are blooming. Pollinators play a crucial role in food security by enabling the production of many of the crops we rely on food. Many of these crops depend on pollinators for successful fruit production, and without them, crop yields would be significantly reduced….
In a recent Christianity Today interview with Chris Davis, a pastor in Virginia, Davis told the story of a much-anticipated two-month sabbatical. He had been a pastor for 10 years and had been going through health problems and family struggles. “Our daily goal was simply to make it to that day when the sabbatical would…
Have you ever spent a rainy day working on a puzzle? Thank goodness for the picture on the box cover; without it, you wouldn’t have any idea of what you’re trying to assemble and you’d just have a jumble of pieces. In many ways, trials are like jigsaw puzzles. Civil causes of action and criminal…
Winter Storm Elliott brought freezing temperatures to the Panhandle on Dec. 24 that lasted through Dec. 28, 2022. While we’ve seen freezing temperatures in years past,none remained below freezing for as long as Winter Storm Elliott did, resulting in significant injury to many of our beloved plants, including our citrus trees. We’ve received many calls…
Q. Judge Smith, I’m in middle school and want to be a lawyer when I grow up. Which do you think is better, a republic or a democracy? — Sue A. Sue, you have the perfect name for a lawyer! All kidding aside, I’m delighted that you want to be one. Now, let’s discuss republics…
Spring marks the return of lawn and garden season. Lawns often bear the brunt of winter’s wrath, so spring is a great time to nurse them back to health, and fertilizing can be an essential component of that process. Fertilizing a lawn can be intimidating. An array of fertilizers, with each seemingly designed to address…
By now you have probably heard the term cover cropping. However, what exactly is cover cropping and why is it beneficial to the environment? That surely is why cover cropping is part of the climate smart initiatives right? Cover cropping has been a practice that has been around as far back as ancient Greek and…
Doubting Thomas and the Pledge of Allegiance Q. Judge Smith, after watching the U.S. Supreme Court confirmation hearings, I’m curious why each state, regardless of its population, has two U.S. Senators? In a democracy, does that not give smaller states an unfair advantage? A. Your questions are hot topics of discussion since the recent confirmation…
What is a scam? A scam is a deceitful attempt to gain something of value from you, such as your personal information or funds. Scammers often pose as a genuine business or acquaintance. Scam attempts are made over the phone, texts, in person, or through email. Scams target individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and income…
April is Volunteer Appreciation Month, and we are celebrating! Hospice Volunteers are some of the most selfless and compassionate individuals in our communities. These individuals give their time and energy to provide comfort and support to patients and families who are facing the end of life. They play an essential role in ensuring that patients…
