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New school lunch regulations will be bringing more whole grains and less salt to cafeterias this school year. CAES News
America's school lunch makeover starting to make positive changes in students' eating habits 07/07/16 Merritt Melancon
It’s been four years since America’s lunchrooms launched a health-conscious makeover.
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You're right; it has been hotter than normal this summer 07/07/16 Pam Knox
Summer began in Georgia with warmer than normal temperatures throughout the state and shows no signs of relenting before fall.
High-calorie drinks lined up in refrigerator. June 2009. CAES News
Pick healthy options for back to school lunches 07/07/16 Susan L Moore
Are you worried about packing a healthy lunch for your kids this school year? If so, you are not alone; lots of parents struggle to provide nutritious foods that their kids will actually enjoy eating every day for lunch.
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Cool off this summer with Rock Eagle 4-H Center's cold-blooded animal ambassadors 07/07/16 Jessica Kallay
Have you ever wondered where turtles go in the winter or why salamanders have slimy skin? Focusing on species native to Georgia, this Scaly Slimy Saturday at the Rock experience is sure to answer all of your questions.
U.S. currency and credit cards. CAES News
Georgia's sales tax holiday hits stores July 30 07/05/16 Michael Rupured
The 2016 Georgia back-to-school sales tax holiday starts at midnight on Friday, July 30, and ends at midnight on Saturday, July 31. Certain purchases made over the tax holiday weekend will be exempt from state and local sales tax.
While many of Georgia's 63 species of mosquito thrive in wet weather, southern house mosquitoes — which transmit West Nile virus — prefer dry or even drought conditions. CAES News
Zika is making headlines, but West Nile virus may be more prevalent this year 07/01/16 Merritt Melancon
With its shocking impact on babies and mothers, the Zika virus has gotten a lot of attention. However, some entomologists are looking at the current, abnormally dry weather and becoming concerned that another mosquito-borne illness could become a threat later this summer.
Rock Eagle 4-H Center in Eatonton will host a family Back to School Bash on August 6 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Families can enjoy the camp's pools and watch "Zootopia," the dive-in movie. CAES News
Rock Eagle 4-H Center hosts dive-in movie to celebrate the end of the summer 07/01/16 Merritt Melancon
Before your family goes back to the hustle and bustle of a busy school year, Rock Eagle 4-H Center invites you to make a splash at its Back to School Bash. Come out for fun, games and a dive-in movie.
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Dry weather has given some parts of Georgia a slow start to mosquito season, but Georgians are urged to remain vigilant 06/30/16 Merritt Melancon
Abnormally dry conditions this summer have kept Georgia’s mosquito populations mercifully low, but that’s no reason for Georgians to let down their guard this season.
Perfect composting conditions require the perfect combination of materials — not too much brown matter, not too much green matter, not too cold and not too dry. CAES News
Composting fruit and vegetable scraps requires careful moisture and temperature maintenance 06/30/16 Lisa Sehannie
Composting organisms are like people — both need water to survive and function at their best. Inadequate water will inhibit the activities of composting organisms, resulting in a slower composting process. If the compost pile is too moist, however, water will displace air and create anaerobic conditions in the pile.