Cleburne County-Alabama Extension

06/18/2026

Auburn University, including all Extension Offices, will be closed on Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth.
The observation marks the date in 1865 when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, to enforce that all enslaved people be freed. This historic event occurred two and a half years after the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation, and is now the nation’s oldest known tradition honoring the end of slavery and commemorating Black freedom.

06/18/2026

Join Alabama Extension's next Smart Yards Webinar as Home Horticulture Agent Makahla Holloway shares everything you need to know about growing, caring for and using pumpkins in Pumpkins 101: Growing, Caring, and Creative Uses.

Register to receive the Zoom link and mark your calendars for upcoming dates: https://www.aces.edu/go/2414.

The Smart Yards Webinar Series is hosted by Alabama Extension's Home Horticulture team on the fourth Wednesday of each month and covers a variety of topics, including gardening, fruits and vegetables, lawn care, wildlife, home pests and more.

06/17/2026

Don’t miss out!

If you haven’t received Alabama SUN Bucks, you can still apply!

The application deadline is August 15

06/17/2026

It's time to watch out for Japanese Beetles!

These metallic green-and-copper pests can feed on more than 400 species of broad-leaved plants, damaging leaves, flowers, and overripe fruit. While adults typically emerge in late May to early June, their activity is most intense during a 4- to 6-week period beginning in late June.

If you spot Japanese beetles, act early. During the first few days of emergence, handpick them or knock them into a bucket of soapy water in the early morning when they are less active.

Remember, both the adult beetles and their grubs can cause damage to your landscape and garden.

Learn to identify them now so you're ready if they show up in your yard! https://www.aces.edu/go/6480

06/16/2026

🚣‍♀️RiverKids re-scheduled float will be Monday, June 22nd.
Good news- we still have some spots available, so give us a call at 256-463-2620 to get your kiddos registered (ages 9-14)🚣‍♂️

06/16/2026

Once again, we enjoyed our time at the Fruithurst Senior Center!

06/14/2026

We are donating to Hearts Family Resource Center of Cleburne County. Would you also consider donating to serve your community.

06/14/2026

Our 4-H Horse Club had the honor and privilege of participating in the Opening Ceremony at the Rodeo tonight! We are so proud of this group! 🍀🐴

06/11/2026

🌾 Join us for the 2026 Alabama Agriculture Exposition!

This annual event brings together agricultural producers, landowners, agencies, organizations, and industry partners from across Alabama for a day of networking, education, and resource sharing.

📅 July 21, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM
📍 Oxford Civic Center, Oxford, Alabama

Featuring agricultural vendors, door prizes, and a special presentation from Alabama State Climatologist Dr. Lee Ellenburg.

06/10/2026