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Zhuzh up your garden for January. Gnomes might work.

By Felder Rushing I’m already looking for a way to avoid next month’s let-down when seasonal yard decorations ...

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Winter weather preparedness day is Dec 6

The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency, in partnership with the National Weather Service and the Mississippi Department of Transportation, ...

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Wide-ranging poinsettia colors can match holiday decorations

By Eddie Smith MSU Extension Service Poinsettias are classic holiday plants known for their vibrant red and snowy ...

Oxford Weekend Weather Forecast

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Rain and Shine: Oxford’s weekend of showers clears for sunny Monday

This weekend in Oxford, residents and visitors can expect a mix of weather conditions, starting with showers on ...

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Foreign purchase of farmland reported

Pursuant to House Bill 280 of the Mississippi Legislature’s 2023 Regular Session, the Study Committee on Foreign Purchase ...

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The federal aid in Wildlife Restoration Act

By James L. Cummins Most everyone knows that wildlife conservation in Mississippi and the country is largely funded ...

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Social media aids bear program

By Hunter Cloud The Brookhaven Daily Leader Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks Bear Program made strides ...

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Perennial hardy hibiscus has big flowers, big impact

By Eddie Smith MSU Extension Service Reflecting back on Thanksgiving, I feel thankful for the opportunity to grow ...

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Drought conditions impact Christmas tree farmers

By Susan Collins-Smith MSU Extension Service Michael May expects to see tree growth impacted for at least the ...

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MDWFP offering holiday special for license sales

By Hunter Cloud The Brookhaven Daily Leader Hunters, anglers and citizens can take advantage of a new holiday ...

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Parasites of deer are not uncommon

By James L. Cummins Many of you may have encountered several parasites or diseases that white-tailed deer are ...

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Dollar General adds produce at 314 location

Dollar General has announced it recently remodeled its store at 229 Highway 314 in Oxford and now offers ...

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Enjoy fleeting fall days while they last

By Kara Kimbrough   For the first time in six months, give or take a few pleasant days, it’s ...

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Mississippi State Parks unveil new logo

By Hunter Cloud The Brookhaven Daily Leader Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks has new marketing branding ...

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Tax incentives for soil and water conservation

By James L. Cummins For many of Mississippi’s farmers, good stewardship of the land is especially important. By ...

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Ready for chili by the patio fire, but waiting until it’s legal again

By Felder Rushing Gardening Columnist It’s time again for home-made chili around that patio fire, and I’m ready. ...

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Panola city, county enact new burn bans

Lingering drought stressing volunteer departments Both the Panola County Board of Supervisors and the Batesville mayor and board ...

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MSU scientists develop sweet potato treats for four-legged friends

Mississippi State-grown sweet potatoes have gone to the dogs, literally. Scientists in the Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment ...

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Dry conditions mix up sweet potato sizes

By Nathan Gregory MSU Extension Service Most of Mississippi’s sweet potatoes are grown far northeast of the state’s ...

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MSU researchers pioneer new method to detect Chronic Wasting Disease

Mississippi State University researchers are pioneering a new way to detect the local presence of chronic wasting disease ...

Explore forest bathing's tranquility and benefits. Escape the urban hustle by immersing in nature, improving both mental and physical health.

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Ditch the soap, grab your coat and bathe in the forest

In the hustle and bustle of today’s fast-paced world, individuals often seek reprieve in various forms of wellness ...

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Old Man Winter lands early blow; know what to do for your plants

By Felder Rushing Old Man Winter just landed an early first blow, a light punch to the senses ...

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