Author: Phillip Long
Major Program: Community Engagement
Since we use these stories as a resource for multiple requests, don’t restrict Success Stories only to traditional Extension appointments and activities. Any accomplishments and efforts that are noteworthy may be included.The problemSince 2019, the ag agent in Jefferson County has been involved in an Urban Extension Institute project involving the Louisville Metro Landbank Authority Vacant and Abandoned lots in west and south Louisville neighborhoods. Over 350 vacant lots (without str
Author: Britney Poe
Crafts & Crumbs is a monthly craft class offered to community members. The class always has a "crumbs" component whether it be a Plate it Up recipe of something from Plan, Eat, Move. In June the Crafts & Crumbs class was one for rolled tulle wreaths. One of the participants took what she learned in the class one step further and decided to start her own business. The class that cost her $30.00 for the cost of materials has helped her to earn over $300.00 profit to date. Offerin
Author: Tara Duty
Mercer County has the longest running fair and horse show in the nation and after my first year of working floral hall I noticed that many of the same items were being entered and many divisons went with little to no entires. After seeing the amount of time and energy our volunteers put into our fair and horse show I wanted to implement a program that would expand our floral hall entries into those divisions that were going unentered. After taking inventory of the divisions that had been en
Author: Krista Perry
With the Henry County Extension Office fully staffed, the goal this past year was to Share our Story! The Extension Staff participated in numerous community events to share the mission of the Cooperative Extension Service. Each community event was unique as the Henry County Extension Office Staff participated in each activity sharing upcoming events and programs. The first community event the Henry County Staff participated in was the pig wrestling challenge at the County Fair.
Author: Natalie Taul
Poverty is one of the many barriers individuals and families face in Grayson County. And along with poverty, many other barriers keep people from getting, or even seeking, the help they need. With this information in mind and based on the experiences of several community partners, a group of people came together to form Grayson County Thrive, formerly known as the GC Poverty Coalition.The mission of this group is to promote awareness of the various resources available in our community and help r
Author: Mercedes Maness
The Winchester Design Studio partnered with Clark County Schools to host a Window Design Workshop for youth in the community. Funding for the 2 day workshop was provided by Clark County’s GEER (Governor’s Emergency Education Relief Fund). Participants learned about the elements of design, the importance of small businesses in a entrepreneurial ecosystem, then took a downtown walking tour and learned from local business owners on Main Street the importance of window displays and how t
Author: Kimberly Harriford
The city of Bowling Green, KY ensured that residents were provided and informed on important life planning processes. The living wills and powers of attorney clinic event was held at the Warren County Public Library downtown branch and sponsored by the Kentucky Legal Aid organization. The Kentucky State University, Cooperative Extension Service, West Regional Center assisted with the clinic held on May 4, 2023, at the Warren County Public Library downtown branch. The Ke
Author: Ken Thompson
The goal of this Open House agriculture science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (ag-STEM) Day Community Outreach Event was to provide an avenue for Kentucky State University (KSU) to reach out, collaborate with, and build a pipeline with community members in the region. Another goal was to increase their awareness of the importance of agriculture and the role agriculture products play in their daily lives. Hence, demonstrations and hands-on activities at the Harold R. Benson
Since we use these stories as a resource for multiple requests, don’t restrict Success Stories only to traditional Extension appointments and activities. Any accomplishments and efforts that are noteworthy may be included.Many gardeners as well as non-gardeners have the perception that the soil they garden in and allow their children to have access to is safe and free of toxic contaminants. Even some horticulturists are reluctant to accept the fact that many residential and commercial
Author: Madalyn Hale
"Extension is the best kept secret" is a phrase every extension employee has heard at one point in time. Clark County Extension decided to try and spread the news about all of the wonderful services extension offers and hopefully reach new people thru a Fall Fest event. This event was free and open to everyone of all ages. Many steps were made in advertising this event including articles in the local newspaper and shows on local radio. Many activities were offered from fish casting com
Author: Roger "Darrell" Simpson
The effects of natural disasters can be seen for many years and can cause problems for many years if corrective actions are not taken. Soon after the December 10, 2021 tornado, this agent worked with the Muhlenberg County Property Valuation Administrator to determine the extent of debris in the Pond River. The company that the Property Valuation Administration office utilizes to collect county aerial imagery had flown the county on December 12, 2021 thus allowing for up to date imagery. That ima
Author: Owen Prim
A successful team effort in marketing extension in Campbell County has been our Community Celebration- Open House. This event helps increase awareness among residents and the surrounding communities about The University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service. Across Kentucky, Extension continues to be the “best kept secret”. In an effort to build awareness about extension and the research-based information and activities that are available, The Campbell County Co
Author: Alexandria Brasher
In 2021, Henderson County 4-H Council made it a goal to have more community involvement with the thought of having more families becoming aware of the programs that Henderson County 4-H offers. The first opportunity the 4-H Council hosted was a "Back to 4-H Bash". We utilized the fairgrounds to host the event with plenty of space to spread out. The entire event last two hours. We rented a bounce castle and obstacle course for the kids. Each club or program involved in 4-H had a booth w
Ovarian Cancer ranks fifth in cancer deaths among women according to the American Cancer Society. A woman has a one in seventy eight chance of getting ovarian cancer during her lifetime also according to the American Cancer Society. The UK Markey Cancer Center Ovarian Cancer Screening program has been in existence since 1987 and has been and is currently working to combat this “silent killer.” The screening program provides free annual sonographic screenings to women across Kentucky
Author: Kellsey Agnew
Over the past 6 years, Campbell County Cooperative Extension has hosted its annual family-friendly event: Community Celebration to help market and increase awareness among residents and the surrounding communities about The Cooperative Extension Service. Across Kentucky, Extension continues to be the “best kept secret.” In effort to build awareness about Extension and the research-based information for communities, Campbell County Extension held the event at the Campbell C
Author: Trever Cole
With the help of the entire office, a holiday program was put together with and Candyland and Santa's workshop theme. The Program held several crafts, cookies, and hot chocolate provided by several community members and organizations. Some of these included Buffalo Trace Health Department, Comprehend, Maysville Library, Tom Browning Boys and Girls Club, and Mason County Homemakers clubs. Along with the crafts we provided popcorn donated by Rural King and cotton candy. As families left we off
Author: Daniel Kahl
In June of 2022, working under a USDA NIFA grant funded project through CEDIK, UK faculty Dan Kahl and instructor Ryan Sandwick brought seven students to Chattanooga, Tennessee to engage on a neighborhood improvement planning project. Working with community partners, the team created a Public Realm Master Plan for the Orchard Knob neighborhood in Chattanooga. This master plan was based on established neighborhood priorities, and is the product of two intense weeks of student work. The draf
Author: Douglas Shepherd
Was provided several opportunities to highlight Extension and the various programs conducted the past thirty nine years by several different local and statewide groups prior to my retirement.- E'town AM Rotary Club - changes in agriculture- HCETV interview and also taping of retirement reception- WQXE radio interview- Kentucky Association of County Judges annual meeting - highlighting Extension, importance of district boards and our new facility financed through KACo- Judge/Executive Harry B
