Home & Garden Tips
Proper Pruning Pays Off
By Roosevelt McWilliams County Extension Agent
      Almost all shrubs in your yard require some pruning from time to time. If your landscape is gifted with much shrubbery or fruit trees, then you should take time to learn the whys, whens, and hows of proper pruning. Unsightly plants often result from not pruning or pruning incorrectly.
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Family & Consumer Science News
Decorating and Hunting Easter Eggs Safely
By Terri Black County Extension Agent
      A favorite childhood memory of many people is getting together with their family taking part in all the Easter festivities. Decorating eggs, hiding them, the great hunt, and then best of all, getting to eat them is definitely something to look forward to every year.
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Recipes From Louise
By Louise McClain Special to The True Citizen
      This Easter you'll be able to create a wonderful dinner to enjoy with your family and friends when you use these delicious recipes. Glazed Ham with Mustard- Pineapple Sauce 1 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar ½ cup maple-flavored or pancake syrup ¼ cup Dijon Mustard 1 whole fully cooked boneless ham (5 lb.
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Burke County Agricultural Calendar of Events
      March 20 - ServSafe Registration Deadline March 25 - Burke County Cattlemen's Meeting - Burke County Office Park - 7:30 p.m. - Program - Bull Selection March 27 - Master Gardener Meeting - Burke County Office Park - 6 p.m.
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