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Watermelon harvest underway as summer rains ramp up
By Susan Collins-Smith MSU Extension Service Harvest is in full swing for Mississippi watermelon producers as rains ramp up, increasing the likelihood of disease and ruined melons. Watermelons need a balance of sun, rain, and warmth to reach peak ripeness and sweetness. Early-season rains help watermelons grow, but excess rain at this point in production…
Read MoreHurricane season is here
Southern Pine Electric members have experienced the destruction of tornadoes or hurricanes as they’ve barreled their way through our area. These events caused prolonged outages and since we never know when severe weather will strike again, it is always best to prepare. Typical outages tend to be much shorter in duration but can be less…
Read MoreSecuring safety one load at a time
At first instinct, many begin fastening seatbelts for their children and themselves, but what about the loads in the back of their pickup trucks? According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, each year, about 730 people are killed and 17,000 more are injured because of objects on the road. Most of these accidents involve…
Read MoreBeware this hidden danger when grilling
Grilling season is heating up. Many foods taste even more delicious when cooked over an open flame. Burgers, chicken, sausage, and even vegetables are delectable with a little sear and smoky flavor. According to home industry advisors at The NPD Group, more than 14 million grills and smokers were sold between April 2020 and February…
Read More5 fun facts about the month of June
June marks the official start of summer in the northern hemisphere, and it’s the month when summer vacation begins for millions of schoolchildren. Those two things make the month of June especially popular in many households. However, June is about more than summer and the end of the school year. The following are five fun…
Read MoreCommunity & Religious Calendar
May 29-June 2 Forest Grove Methodist Protestant Church is having a Puzzling Pyramids Vacation Bible School from 6 to 8 p.m., May-June 2 for children ages three through sixth grade. Registration may be done Monday prior to VBS or online at www.forestgrovempchurch.com. June 4 Monticello United Methodist Church will hold its first youth meeting at…
Read MoreThe important role played by bees in lawns and gardens
A colorful garden in full bloom is an aesthetically appealing sight each spring and summer. The pleasant aromas emanating from such spaces only add to their appeal. Many variables contribute to a thriving garden, and perhaps none is more important than bees. North America is home to thousands of species of beers, but many of…
Read MoreState’s beef cattle industry faces high production costs
By Bonnie Coblentz MSU Extension Service Mississippi cattle operations must constantly improve efficiency to remain profitable, as rising production costs are decreasing the benefit of high market prices. Brandi Karisch, beef specialist with the Mississippi State University Extension Service, said beef production is a significant component of the state’s agricultural economy, with a total estimated…
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