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CULLMAN, Ala. - The American Academy of Pediatrics and other worldwide medical organizations recommend exclusive breastfeeding for babies for six months followed by continued breastfeeding as complementary foods are introduced, then continuation of breastfeeding for one year or longer as mutually desired by mother...

I consider myself quite lucky after discovering a fire in my living room Monday afternoon. For anyone with older homes with built-in electric wall heaters, please pay attention. Even if you think the heater doesn’t work, do not put anything in front of the...

    CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman is reminding residents that next week, March 29 through April 2, 2021 is the City’s annual Spring Cleanup. Place your old unwanted appliances, furniture, mattresses and other large items curbside, and crews will be picking up these...

Written by Justin Miller for the Alabama Cooperative Extension System AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Poinsettias reign supreme as the main flowers of the holiday season. Also known as the Christmas flower, these beautiful plants offer a variety of colors that complement any holiday decorations. During...

AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – While Thanksgiving might look a little different this year, proper food safety measures when dealing with the turkey have not changed. From thawing to cooking, there are safety measures that must be taken throughout the entire process. Thaw safely Thawing a turkey...

CULLMAN, Ala. - As a part of the Cullman County Extension Office and North Alabama Agriplex’s Prepare for the Fair Series, Phillip Garrison, president of the Cullman Beekeeping Association, taught a candle making workshop Tuesday evening at the Agriplex. He taught the class to...

Easter! That time of year when we shift back to spending more time outside and enjoying all the wonderful things an Alabama spring has to offer. Birds are chirping, flowers and trees are blooming and warmer temperatures return. It’s time for the kiddos to...

AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Deck the halls with boughs of holly—and pinecones, cotton bolls and magnolia seed pods. Backyard greenery can be combined to create beautiful holiday decorations. Trees, shrubs, plants and fruits are ready-made materials to build show-stopping indoor and outdoor decor. Materials “Evergreen tree...

With the holiday season approaching, it is vital to consider ways to save money and not end up creating new debt. Developing some type of spending plan is essential to helping individuals manage their income. Be smart about your spending this holiday season. Below...

AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Broken or discarded household and industry electronics used for telecommunications, data processing or entertainment are known as electronic waste (e-waste). Chemicals found in e-waste are toxic and can seep into the soil at public landfills. Recycling, however, reduces e-waste contamination....

CULLMAN, Ala. - Over 1400 members in Cullman Electric Co-op’s service area were without power from about 8:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m. due to storm related damage Wednesday, Dec. 29. About 1000 members lost power on January 2 and the power crews along with...

For a lot of families, the idea of family meals can seem daunting. The term often makes people think of elaborate meals that take hours to prepare. This does not have to be the case. A family meal is simply a meal that your...

CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - With all the excitement associatied with July the 4th, pet owners often do not realize the effects of fireworks on their pets until the celebrations have already begun. Some pets become so stressed by the commotion that they will run...