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Robyn Stewart The success of any extension or 4-H program is reliant on the involvement of the community in which it is active. Volunteer leaders are a critical part of the growth and execution of our programs. In Georgia, each volunteer hour is averaged at a value of $25.78. Lincoln County has a number of…
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Robyn Stewart In December, Lincoln County made local, regional, and state-wide news outlets with the arrest of over 40 people and seizure of over 200 chickens from a cockfighting ring bust. Many of these perpetrators are being charged with aggravated animal cruelty, among other things. In a rural agricultural county like ours, humane and ethical…
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Robyn Stewart After the fanfare of the holidays and the start of a new decade, many people are setting goals related to their physical fitness and health. The CDC found that in 2018, approximately 32.5% of GA residents over the age of 18 were obese and another 34.8% were overweight. Reports also mention that 18%…
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Robyn Stewart As the end of a year and the end of a decade wraps up, we set our sights on 2020 and everything it has to offer. The start of a new year is often accompanied by the development of resolutions and goals. Some folks may set goals throughout the year, write them down,…
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Robyn Stewart My favorite part of the year is putting up a live Christmas tree. A live tree is a beautiful addition to any home, but does require some maintenance and planning to have. If you’re like me and purchased your tree at Thanksgiving, or if you wait a bit longer to put one up,…
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Robyn Stewart With Thanksgiving festivities behind us, many Lincoln County residents are looking forward to the end of the year holidays. No matter what you celebrate, there is a chance that you will soon purchase or be given a new plant. From poinsettia and amaryllis to Christmas cactus, it is important to take proper…
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Robyn Stewart 4-H is a key component of the University of Georgia Cooperative Extension system and Lincoln County is eager to grow and expand our 4-H offerings. Typically, each individual county extension office maintains a 4-H agent whose responsibility is to grow, develop, and maintain 4-H programs within their county. Here in Lincoln County, we…
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Robyn Stewart As we head into the last week of November, we enjoy the season of inviting bonfires, cozy flannels, and my favorite thing- time with friends and family. This week, millions of Americans will gather around dining room tables to give thanks for the year we have enjoyed and look forward to the…
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Robyn Stewart Did you know that your student can be a member of both 4-H and FFA at the same time? Lincoln County is blessed to be represented by a multitude of clubs, sports, and other organizations—all designed to promote the development of essential life skills in youth. 4-H and FFA are two of the…
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Robyn Stewart You are driving down State Route 220 past Cliatt’s Crossing and an adult bison comes wandering down the road. What do you do? Who do you call? In a rural county like ours, it’s not unusual to encounter wildlife and livestock in areas where they don’t belong. When this happens, taking the right…