Lifestyle

Spring has settled into the Ozarks, and that means gardeners all over Marion County are dusting off their tools and getting their hands back in the dirt. Around here, preparing a garden bed isn’t fancy work, it’s steady, simple, and done one step at a time.

As the days lengthen and the Ozark soil warms, families across Marion County are turning their thoughts to the garden. For many, a backyard plot is more than a hobby —it’s a strategic way to put fresh, nutrientdense food on the table while stretching a tight household budget. At the Yellville Area Food Closet (YAFC), we see firsthand how even a modest garden can make a profound difference in a family’s food security.

(Feb 12th, 1909)

The only 2026 spring dinner meeting of the Marion County Cattlemen’s Association will be held Thursday, April 30, at 6:30 p.m. in the Yellville-Summit School cafeteria.