Home & Garden Tips
Why Fruit Trees Fail to Bear
By Roosevelt McWilliams County Extension Agent
      It is particularly frustrating when trees fail to bear fruit, often for no apparent reason. However, certain characteristics of the tree and its environment, as well as cultural practices used, can have a marked effect on a tree's ability to bear fruit.
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Burke County Agricultural Calendar of Events
      March 8 - Hay Production Workshop - Burke Co. Office Park - 8 a.m. Pre-registration required. March 20 - ServSafe Registration Deadline March 25 - Burke County Cattlemen's Meeting - Burke County Office Park - 7:30 p.m.
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Family & Consumer Science News
Options for Direct Deposit of Tax Refunds
By Terri Black County Extension Agent
      Since the last filing season (January through April, 2007), refund recipients have had the option to split tax refunds into as many as three different accounts inc luding, savings, checking, and in some instances, retirement and other specialized accounts. The new split refund program is a great way to save a portion of the tax refund.
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Recipes From Louise
By Louise McClain Special to The True Citizen
      Winter afternoons don't have to be dull and dreary. Invite some friends over and enjoy a hot cup of tea with these delicious cakes, scones, bars, and sandwiches.
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