Calhoun County Life and Arts

Alabama Farmers Advocate for Agriculture Policy in Washington, D.C.
Washington D.C. – As federal lawmakers navigate crucial decisions affecting the future of American agriculture, over 150 Alabama farmers traveled to Washington, D.C., from March 4-7

Calhoun County Gardening – Growing a Bountiful Garden: My Favorite Tomatoes, Green Beans, and Okra
Calhoun County, AL – My favorite vegetables are tomatoes, green beans, and okra. Since 1998, as an organic gardener, I have experimented with different vegetables. I

Calhoun County Gardening – Growing Sunflowers: A Guide to Beauty, Pollination, and Protecting Your Corn
Calhoun County, AL – Sunflowers usually bloom from July to September. I plant my favorite seeds a few weeks apart. This staggers my growing season

Calhoun County Gardening – Gladiolus Traditions: Growing, Sharing, and Honoring Heirloom Blooms
Calhoun County, AL –Many Southern gardeners enjoy seasonal corms called gladiolus. In plant magazines, they are mentioned as corms, but in casual discussion you will

Rainbow Omega Celebrates 100th Birthday of Beloved Resident William D. Jones
Eastabooga, AL – Rainbow Omega recently celebrated a momentous occasion as resident William D. Jones, affectionately known as “Uncle Bill” or “Mr. Bill,” marked his

YMCA of Calhoun County Hosts Day of Giving
Calhoun County, AL – The YMCA of Calhoun County is inviting the community to participate in its annual Day of Giving on Tuesday, March 4, a

Calhoun County Gardening – Garden Hardscapes: Creating Pathway Surprises and Rustic Charm
Calhoun County, AL – Every gardener enjoys walking along a pathway and turning a corner to discover unique art or hardscapes. When it comes to garden

Calhoun County Gardening – Growing Tropical Canna Lilies: Tips for Thriving Blooms in Zones 7 and 8
Calhoun County, AL – Tropical Canna Lilies are rhizomes. In zones with deep freezes, they can become mush. However! I have planted them for years

Calhoun County Gardening – Why Iris Are the Perfect Evergreen Border for Your Landscape: Beauty, Low Maintenance, and Endless Color
Calhoun County, AL – If you are creating a new landscape zone, you should consider using iris as the evergreen border. Why? Because irises are

Valentine’s Events Near and Around Calhoun County Community
Calhoun County, AL – There are many Valentine’s events being held in Calhoun County as well as the surrounding communities. Our local events calendar allows you