From The Extension Office AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — After a difficult year, federal assistance is now available to help row crop and specialty crop farmers. The Farmer Bridge Assistance program...
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Hillwood Nutrition Celebrates Ribbon Cutting in Millbrook with The Millbrook Area Chamber of Commerce
The Millbrook community welcomed a new health-focused business today as Hillwood Nutrition officially celebrated its ribbon cutting with The Millbrook Area Chamber of Commerce. Owned by Mary Elise Zilcosky, alongside...
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Alabama Standard Announces Partnership with Sweet Grown Alabama to Support Local Agriculture
Alabama Standard is proud to announce a new partnership with Sweet Grown Alabama, a statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening Alabama’s agricultural community by connecting local farmers, ranchers and product makers with...
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Valentine’s Day Plans Around Millbrook, Prattville & Wetumpka
Valentine’s Day in the River Region offers plenty of charming ways to celebrate, whether you’re planning a romantic dinner, a thoughtful surprise, or a simple night out with someone you...
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2026 Family‑Friendly Mardi Gras in the River Region
One of the great things about living in Millbrook, Prattville, & Wetumpka are the many community events that bring our communities together! Mardi Gras in central Alabama has a charm...
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Alabama Extension Launches New Master Beef Producer Training
AUBURN UNIVERISTY, Ala. — Cattlemen and women are found in every county in Alabama. For those cattle producers who want to distinguish themselves from others, Alabama Extension at Auburn University...
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Montgomery Fire/Rescue Launches First‑Ever Citizens Fire Academy
Eight‑week, hands‑on experience opens a window into firefighting and emergency response. Montgomery, Ala. – Montgomery Fire/Rescue announced the launch of its first‑ever Citizens Fire Academy, an immersive, behind‑the‑scenes program designed...
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Alabama Young Farmers Named Nation’s Top Farm Family
By Marlee Jackson(334) 613-4219 America’s top young farm family hails from the heart of central Alabama. Drew and Lauren Wendland of Autauga County received the Achievement Award during American Farm...
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A Closing Chapter at the Capitol: Gov. Kay Ivey to Deliver Final State of the State Tonight
Tonight, the spotlight turns to the Alabama State Capitol as Kay Ivey prepares to deliver the final State of the State address of her governorship, a moment that will serve as both...
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USDA Announces Commodity Payment Rates for Farmer Bridge Assistance Program
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced the next phase in the Farmer Bridge Assistance Program (FBA), the eligible commodity per-acre payment rates. As announced earlier this month by...