Jackson County Extension Office

09/04/2026

💙🍎 Dining with Diabetes – Lesson 1! 🍓🥗

We had a great first session of our Dining with Diabetes class! Our participants learned so much about living well with diabetes and the importance of knowing and managing their health numbers.

During our first lesson, we discussed:

🩺 The difference between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes
📊 Why keeping your A1C at 7% or below is an important goal for many people with diabetes
❤️ The importance of knowing your numbers and understanding what they mean
🫘 How diabetes can affect important organs, including the kidneys, and why good blood sugar management matters

And, of course, we ended the class on a sweet and healthy note! 🍓🫐🥄 Participants made a delicious Fruit & Yogurt Parfait, showing that making healthier choices can still be tasty and enjoyable!

📣 Would you like to bring Dining with Diabetes to your church or small group?

This is a FREE educational class designed to help individuals learn more about managing diabetes and making healthier lifestyle choices.

For more information or to schedule a class for your church or small group, contact:

Terri Thompson
📞 228-769-3047

We’re off to a great start and looking forward to Lesson 2! 💙

08/11/2026

We are just 1 day away from the 2026 Master Gardener program opening up for new students. If you are interested in signing up please follow these easy steps! Please contact our office at 228-769-3047 if you have any further questions.

08/06/2026

🎡🎠 The 2026 Jackson County Blue Ribbon Fair Books Have Arrived! 🎠🎡

The wait is over! 📘 The 2026 Jackson County Blue Ribbon Fair Book is now available for pickup.

Stop by the Mississippi State University Extension Office to pick up your copy and start planning your fair entries. The fair book includes important dates, rules, entry information, contests, and everything you need to participate in this year’s fair.

📍 Pickup Location:
Mississippi State University Extension Office
4111 Amonett St.
Pascagoula, MS 39581

📅 Jackson County Blue Ribbon Fair
October 18–26, 2026
📍 Jackson County Fairgrounds

Whether you’re entering livestock, arts and crafts, baking, photography, gardening, or other exhibits, now is the perfect time to get your fair book and start preparing.

We look forward to seeing everyone at the 2026 Jackson County Blue Ribbon Fair! 🏆🎡🎆

08/06/2026

🎉🐄 The Countdown Is ON for the 2026 Jackson County Blue Ribbon Fair! 🌽🎡

Now is the perfect time to start planning your entries! Whether you're showcasing livestock, crops, baked goods, crafts, photography, horticulture, or other exhibits, you'll want to have this year's 2026 Fair Book in hand.

📖 The Fair Book includes:
✅ Important deadlines
✅ Entry requirements
✅ Rules & regulations
✅ Class information

Don't miss your chance to be part of one of Jackson County's favorite traditions! You can pick one up at our office.

07/29/2026

📣 **Calling All Garden Enthusiasts!** 🌼🌿

🌱 **Mark your calendars!** Registration for the **Jackson County Master Gardeners** opens **August 12th**!

Whether you're an experienced gardener or just starting to develop your green thumb, we'd love to have you join our wonderful group of volunteers. Together, we learn, grow, and help beautify Jackson County through education, service, and a shared passion for gardening.

🌸 Come be part of something that makes a lasting difference in our community!

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact our office. We look forward to welcoming you to our gardening family!

Help spread the word to all Mississippians about the fall online Master Gardener training. Registration opens August 12th. Contact your county Extension office for details. Must be at least 18 years of age to register.

07/18/2026

Adventure. Friendship. Confidence. Leadership.

Jackson County 4-H gives young people the chance to discover new interests, build confidence, develop leadership skills, serve their community, and make lifelong friends, all while having fun.

From robotics to horses, photography to kayaking, cooking to shooting sports, there’s something for every child to explore.

Please click this link and start following the Jackson County 4-H Club:
https://www.facebook.com/share/1D1X1G18VG/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Help your child discover what they’re capable of. Come grow with us! 🍀

07/16/2026

07/16/2026

🥒🎶 What a fantastic day of learning, laughter, and canning! 🎶🥒

Our “Pickle with Jazz!” Bread & Butter Pickles Workshop was a huge success! Participants learned the basics of safe home canning while creating their very own delicious jars of homemade Bread & Butter Pickles.

From slicing fresh cucumbers and preparing the brine to packing jars and processing them in the canner, everyone had the opportunity to get hands-on experience. The smiles, teamwork, and excitement made this class one to remember!

A big thank you to everyone who attended and made this workshop such a fun and educational event. We hope you enjoy your homemade pickles and feel inspired to continue preserving fresh foods at home.

A special thank you to Asbury Chapel AME Zion Church for graciously allowing us to use your Educational Building and kitchen. Your generosity and hospitality made this hands-on learning experience possible, and we sincerely appreciate your continued support of community education.

We also extend our heartfelt appreciation to the Mississippi State University Extension Service for providing educational opportunities that empower individuals and families with practical food preservation skills.

📸 Enjoy a few highlights from our workshop—we had an amazing time learning, preserving, and making memories together!