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Keep exposed pipes and hoses protected Posted on 12/18/08 by Brad Haire

Pleasantly warm weather has returned to much of Georgia this week. But it’s still winter, and freezing temperatures will be back. Don’t forget to keep outdoor pipes and hoses protected.

Cranberry recipes liven up holiday tables, gifts Posted on 12/18/08 by Allie Byrd

The holidays are here. During this busy season, it’s easy to forget to add a few people to your shopping list. But don’t fret. There is always time to whip up a last-minute, homemade treat anyone will love to receive, says a University of Georgia food expert.

Food contest accepting entries for 2009 Posted on 12/18/08 by Stephanie Schupska

Got a Georgia food product you’d like to showcase? The University of Georgia Center for Agribusiness and Economic Development is searching for its third annual Flavor of Georgia grand prize winner.

New dining hall dedicated Posted on 12/18/08 by Sharon Dowdy

Most ribbon cutting ceremonies aren’t held on Saturday nights, but the official opening of the new dining hall at the Rock Eagle 4-H Center Dec. 13 wasn’t a typical ceremony. The long-awaited and much-needed $10 million facility was built for 4-Hers. The ceremony was for them, too.

Just say no to extended warranties Posted on 12/16/08 by April Reese Sorrow

If your holiday shopping list includes electronic devices or appliances, don’t be tricked into buying extended warranties for them, says a University of Georgia expert. The added expense rarely pays off.

Fuel from fat Posted on 12/11/08 by Sharon Dowdy

When the cost of diesel skyrocketed to more than $4 a gallon, Travis Sweat fought back. Using knowledge from the Internet and recycled oil from fast-food restaurants, he made his own fuel for $1 a gallon.

Reuse that used Christmas tree Posted on 12/11/08 by Stephanie Schupska

Dead trees lining the roads after Christmas are usually the last lonely reminders of the holiday season. This year, don’t ditch that tree. Reuse it, says a University of Georgia expert Christmas tree saver.

Economic experts will talk change at annual Ag Forecast breakfasts Posted on 12/11/08 by Stephanie Schupska

Economic experts from the University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences will discuss politics and international programs specific to agriculture and give a crop forecast for ’09.

Don’t eat the mistletoe Posted on 12/11/08 by Sandi Martin

Kissing under the mistletoe may be a holiday tradition – its seasonal significance goes back centuries and spans several continents – but University of Georgia tree experts warn that the plant can make you dangerously sick.

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