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Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude, family, and, of course, the turkey! However, safely preparing your turkey is essential to ensure everyone enjoys the feast without unwanted foodborne illnesses. Below is a comprehensive guide based on recommendations from the CDC and USDA on how to thaw and cook your turkey safely. Thawing Your Turkey Safely…
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Catching up with Madison County 4-H and Youth Development Upcoming Events… Horse Quiz Bowl Practices start Thursday, October 24th! Calling all horse enthusiasts! Join us on Thursdays from 3:30pm-5:00pm for Horse Quiz Bowl practices! Junior Conference November 9-10, 2024 4-H’ers in grades 6th-8th can register for Junior Conference. Registration deadline is October 24th! The cost…
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Severe storms and hurricanes can lead to power outages and flooding. This can lead to unsafe food and drinking water. Prior planning can help you prepare for the storm with safe food and water. Before the Storm: After the Storm
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Written by Emily Williams, FACS Agent School is back in full swing and the days are filled to the brim with after school sports, practices and more. With the start of school comes busy and chaotic mornings that could lead to grabbing a biscuit on the go or skipping breakfast all together. Many studies have…
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Supporting Youth in Madison County Our annual fruit tree sale is going on now!! We’re pre-selling a variety of fruit trees/plants. Visit our website at https://t.uga.edu/6i5 to find information on each variety. Proceeds will help us keep costs down for youth who want to participate in our 4-H programming. Orders, along with a check, can…
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The Madison County Extension Office if hosting a program that focuses on basic information needed when raising Goats/Sheep. Mark your calendar for September 30, 2024 and join us at 5:30pm at the Culinary Arts Room (Madison County High School). RSVP no later than September 26th by calling 706-795-2281 or sending an email to uge1191@uga.edu. Please…
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September 24th – 28th, 2024 The Comer Lions Club’s Madison County Fair is set for September 24th-September 28th, 2024. The fair is a special tradition that takes place each fall in the beautiful town of Comer, GA. The Lions Club members generously give their time and energy to make this hometown event, which has taken…
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The senior team from Madison County won first place in the Georgia 4-H State Livestock Judging contest on March 16 at the Georgia FFA-FCCLA Center in Covington. Team members Matthew Highfill, Mallory Lee, Maggie Moon, and Emily Wall. They will represent Georgia at the National 4-H Livestock Judging Contest in Louisville, Kentucky this fall. In the…
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The March 2024 newsletter is out! You can view it all on our web page at https://extension.uga.edu/county-offices/madison/4-h-youth-development/4HConnections.html or scroll below to download it. Catching up with Madison County 4-H and Youth Development Upcoming Activities/Events & Important Announcements Senior Conference (Grades 9-12) April 6-7! This weekend event includes a semi-formal dance along with an after-dance party…
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For our gardening enthusiasts out there!! You know who you are! Join us at 6:30pm on Tuesday, March 26, 2024 for an hour long program and learn the basics of: Meet at the Madison County High School Culinary Arts Classroom. We’ll have snacks waiting for you! Register by 5pm on Friday, March 22nd. You can…
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