Extension
It Starts With Us
Author: Melissa Goodman
Major Program: Community Vitality and Leadership -FCS
Hickman County Extension Family and Consumer Sciences, Clinton- Hickman County Chamber of Commerce, and Hickman County Schools have partnered to establish a foundation for the cultivation and growth of inspired local leaders and empowered future workforce. A portion of the foundation is the Chamber Youth Leadership Program which is beginning the eleventh year in Hickman County. In order to meet the demands and challenges of this century, our community desires to develop the leadership and soft s
Author: Brooke Hogancamp
Major Program: Community Vitality and Leadership -FCS
In the wake of COVID shutdowns and rigid social guidelines, Carlisle County, like many across the Commonwealth, was left without a county fair. After discussion with County Extension Council, Ag Council and Homemaker Council, it was decided to host a standalone event for clients to showcase their home and garden projects. FCS and ANR Extension Agents collaborated on the planning the event at the County Extension Office, titling it "Bounty of the County." Clients brought in p
Author: Shelley Meyer
Major Program: Community Vitality and Leadership -FCS
Harrison County, Kentucky has been without a Family & Consumer Sciences agent for a year and a half. With the vacancy and extended period of nonexistent activities, FCS had become a thought of the past. Therefore, marketing and promotion became a number one priority for transfer agent, Shelley Meyer. Working with the Harrison County Extension Staff and community organizations, Family & Consumer Sciences has resurfaced for extensive community engagement. Becoming visible and building an a
Author: Edith Lovett
Major Program: Community Vitality and Leadership -FCS
“Developing Leadership Skills”Betty Cook, a Pulaski County Extension Homemaker, Pulaski County District Board Member and Chairman of the Pulaski County Extension Council, was selected by Governor Andy Beshear to serve on the Kentucky Commission on Women. She will serve on the board through January 2026. The goal of the Kentucky Commission on Women is to promote, encourage and provide advisory assistance in the establishment of a local volunteer community im
Author: Heather Toombs
Major Program: Community Vitality and Leadership -FCS
Oldham County has not had an FCS council in the past three years. A functional council contributes to the planning and marketing of FCS programming. The FCS Agent invited a diverse group of individuals from different areas and professions in Oldham County to participate; eight people accepted and met on July 1. The council went through council training and accepted a set of bylaws. Seven of the eight council members are new to extension, and 3 of the eight have volunteere
