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Heart disease kills 1 woman every minute

February is Go Red For Women month, which is dedicated to increasing awareness about heart disease in women. Heart disease is our No. 1 killer in the U.S. Women are less likely t...

DATE: Feb 12, 2014 | CATEGORY: From the Extension Office

In dry winter, you may need to water trees, lawn

I’ve come to the conclusion that if we need moisture, all I have to do is write about techniques for water conservation. In summer 2012, I provided suggestions for watering durin...

DATE: Feb 5, 2014 | CATEGORY: From the Extension Office

Coalitions work to build our community

My job encourages me to collaborate with other organizations to promote positive community development. Collaboration embraces the spirit of people working together for the benefit of the wh...

DATE: Jan 29, 2014 | CATEGORY: From the Extension Office

Small choices can lead to big savings

Are you leaving money on the table? Recently, the blog DoughRoller grabbed my attention with an item about compounding. The premise was that long-term reduced spending increases ...

DATE: Jan 22, 2014 | CATEGORY: From the Extension Office

Why not start the new year with an ambitious wish list?

Amazingly enough, “learn to garden” or “grow more vegetables” is not on very many “Top 10 New Year’s Resolutions” lists. The outrage! Instead, they are filled with trivial phrase...

DATE: Jan 15, 2014 | CATEGORY: From the Extension Office

Test your home for radon

Do you know the level of radon in your home? Do you know that radon gas is the No. 2 cause of lung cancer? January is National Radon Awareness Month and with our snow and frozen g...

DATE: Jan 8, 2014 | CATEGORY: From the Extension Office

4-H Dog Project offers many opportunities

Happy New Year. The changing of the calendar year is a great time to hit the refresh button. The 4-H Youth Development Program in La Plata County is excited for what should be a...

DATE: Jan 1, 2014 | CATEGORY: From the Extension Office

Mother Nature can deliver challenges, glory

It’s the day after Christmas. My belly is full of my mother’s baked goodies – date-nut bars, fudge bars, caramel corn and pecan tossies. My legs are sore from skiing. We have a living room f...

DATE: Dec 25, 2013 | CATEGORY: From the Extension Office

Skip vitamins, try real food to improve health

Researchers have said for years that Americans have the most expensive urine in the world. Instead of focusing on eating nutrient-dense foods, people have been willing to pay big...

DATE: Dec 18, 2013 | CATEGORY: From the Extension Office

Tips to stay healthy during holidays

Holidays are a time to enjoy family, friends and food. There just aren’t enough hours in the day. In the interest of the short attention span many of us have at this time of year, I’m going ...

DATE: Dec 11, 2013 | CATEGORY: From the Extension Office

Simple steps to keep your Christmas tree green

Since my last article, we have all endured the Black Friday and Cyber Monday onslaught. As an update, my daughter still has her heart set on a hermit crab (Santa does not delive...

DATE: Dec 4, 2013 | CATEGORY: From the Extension Office

Many thanks to 4-H club leaders, parents

The holiday season is upon us. I would like to wish everyone a safe and happy Thanksgiving. I hope it is filled with good food, family and friends. I am extremely thankful for a...

DATE: Nov 27, 2013 | CATEGORY: From the Extension Office