News from the Watershed
News from the Watershed is a weekly column that has appeared in the Lifestyle section of the News Sun newspaper since February 17th, 2002. The articles linked to here are as they were written and submitted to the newspaper, not necessarily as they were printed. However, the headlines are those that were written by the newspaper, and dates of publication are given with each column.
2008 Articles
Agriculture in the classroom: Ag Literacy Day - May 4, 2008
Highlands Soil and Water Conservation District recognizes Earth Team volunteers - April 20, 2008
The Florida scrub jay's future is in our hands - April 13, 2008
Highlands Soil and Water Conservation District home composting workshop set for May - April 6, 2008
Drop a line to help Monofilament Recycling and Recovery Program-March 30, 2008
Splash! Grant: A team effort - March 23, 2008
Save water and money by getting a low-flow showerhead - March 16, 2008
Volunteers' help with composters means another workshop is on the way - March 9, 2008
What kind of tree is right for me? - March 2, 2008
What's happening to the honeybees is a serious problem for all of us - February 24, 2008
What's your fish and wildlife habitat IQ? Take this test to find out - February 17, 2008
Aquaculture-Farming of the waters - February 10, 2008
Bats help battle crop pests - February 3, 2008
Water treatment ponds: Why they're important - January 27, 2008
The Florida Black Bear is a vanishing species - January 20, 2008
Connecting Corridors: What they mean to wildlife - January 13, 2008
2007 Articles
Teach your children about the environment and make good stewards for the future - December 30, 2007
The finish line is in sight, and Larry Sharpe has run a good race - December 23, 2007
Pastures, forage and livestock - more than they seem - December 9, 2007
There are 54 kinds of snakes in Highlands County, and most are harmless - December 2, 2007
Agriculture - Roots in our history - November 25, 2007
Trees offer more than just shade; you can also put them to work for you - November 18, 2007
Composting a way to turn your garbage into something useful - November 11, 2007
The soil we see under our feet is much more than just dirt - November 4, 2007
Butterflies are nature's artwork - October 28, 2007
Help is on the way for the control of tropical soda apple in Florida - October 21, 2007
Some interesting facts about citrus and its impact on our state - October 14, 2007
Where does our water come from, and where does it go when we're done with it? - October 7, 2007
The Yellow Dragon: Citrus Greening is major threat to the industry - September 30, 2007
Wetlands Reserve Program helping restore a natural treasure - September 23, 2007
In the natural world, there is always life after the burn - September 16, 2007
Florida's cattle industry; a part of our heritage and our future - September 9, 2007
The ridge we live on is special and in need of protection - September 2, 2007
Proper disposal of unwanted prescription meds important for a healthy environment - August 26, 2007
Caladiums: A colorful and simple choice for landscaping - August 19, 2007
Hydrilla: A menace to our waterways - August 12, 2007
Just what is a Soil and Water Conservation District? - August 5, 2007
Prescribed burning also a useful tool in agricultural setting - July 29, 2007
Prescribed burns A prescription for healthy plant communities - July 22, 2007
Mosquitoes: Don’t let them ruin your summer fun! - July15, 2007
Foam on the lakes typically a natural occurring phenomena - July 1, 2007
Exotic pests are just as much a danger to state as exotic plants June 24, 2007
What's so bad about exotic plants in our state? Plenty June 17, 2007
The chain reaction brought on by a drought can go on for years June 10, 2007
Swallow-tailed kite a welcome visitor to Highlands County June 3, 2007
It makes good sense to use sensors for your lawn sprinklers May 27, 2007
Wetlands: What they are and why we need them May 20, 2007
Meet Corine Burgess, new Natural Resource Specialist May 13, 2007
Endangered wood stork a good indicator species April 15, 2007
Keeping bacteria out of the kitchen is important April 8, 2007
Lake evaporation rate does not always match rainfall levels March 25, 2007
Drought has not led lakes to historic lows...yet March 18, 2007
Whipping up some goodies for game day January 28, 2007
Introduce a family member to fishing January 21, 2007
Stirring up some tasty dishes using tomatoes January 7, 2007