On March 27th, Boyd, Carter, Bath, Menifee, Greenup and Fleming counties came together to host a Middle School Retreat at the Boyd County Expo and Franks Building. We had 28 6th-8th grade participants from the counties. The goal of the retreat was to increase involvement in 4-H participation from Middle School members, allow them to build relationships with youth in our area in their age range with common interest and allow them to give back to individuals in the community that are less fortune....
Pamela is an Nutrition Education Program Assistant in the Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office. She and her husband, James, have a small farm in Anderson County, which is both fun and tremendo... More
Spider Snack Success March 2024Nutrition and physical activity are important for children to live a healthy lifestyle. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that children eat fe... Read More
Horses and Horsemen – helping horse owners.When developing an extension education program, the terms innovative and impactful are often brought up. How can a program be both of those is a challenge. O... Read More
Gatherings focused on learning about cooking, particularly Italian cuisine, hold profound significance beyond simply mastering culinary techniques. These gatherings foster a sense of community and con... Read More
Consuming the recommended number of vegetables each day is linked to a reduced risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, some cancers, and obesity. This equals 2 to 3 cups of vegetables a day, depending... Read More