The newly installed solar panels at the Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office. Photo Credits: The State Journal, 7/16/2024.The Franklin County Extension District Board voted to take advantage of the Solarize Frankfort process and federal government rebates to install a solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery back-up system to supply nearly 100% of the offices net annual electricity needs. The 45 kilowatt (AC) project will use 164 solar PV panels and four Tesla Powerwall batteries. The 164-pan...
I was a classroom teacher for 27 years and recently retired from public education in July 2022. Currently, I am realizing that one never really stops working; their jobs and roles within those j... More
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Our recent 12-state Agricultural and Heritage Tour in New England was a resounding success, bringing together 34 travelers on a memorable journey through diverse landscapes and cultural landmarks. Wit... Read More
Kentuckians have experienced firsthand how natural disasters can occur any time and often with little warning. Disasters take many forms, and we can feel their impacts across most areas of family life... Read More
Mental health is a vital part of childrens overall health and well-being; it includes childrens mental, emotional, and behavioral wellness. According to the American Psychological Association, recent ... Read More