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What’s your favorite vegetable to eat, plant?

The other night at dinner, I had three kids discussing their favorite – and least favorite – vegetables. Asher, the youngest, immediately says “tamales” as one of those he cannot...

DATE: Apr 9, 2014 | CATEGORY: From the Extension Office

Gardening with kids

La Plata County 4-H is sponsoring a garden plot and pumpkin patch at the Old Fort Lewis Research Station in Hesperus. This community-engagement project aims to encourage young p...

DATE: Apr 2, 2014 | CATEGORY: From the Extension Office

Eat well to clear brain fog brought on by menopause

Fatigue, hot flashes, an expanding waistline, brain fog. All this from vacation? Well, yes, but I think the primary diagnosis is probably the big M – menopause. It’s real, and it just keeps ...

DATE: Mar 26, 2014 | CATEGORY: From the Extension Office

Gardening workshops to sharpen skills

About seven years ago, Colorado State University, New Mexico State University Extension and Fort Lewis College got together to develop an annual workshop about land management. T...

DATE: Mar 19, 2014 | CATEGORY: From the Extension Office

Investing in 4-H pays off – 6 times over

Every dollar county, state and federal agencies invest in the Colorado 4-H Program is returned to the state’s economy six times over, a new Colorado State University study reveals. ...

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

1 great idea, 10 easy ways to improve your diet

March is National Nutrition Month, and I have some fantastic tips for you. The first is an opportunity to purchase fresh, high-quality produce at a dramatically reduced cost throu...

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

Surgery to change pace, not drive

While it may sound peculiar, sometimes you need a push forward to slow down. Personally, I tend to be the type who prefers to be involved, likes a project (or four) and has a rea...

DATE: Feb 26, 2014 | CATEGORY: From the Extension Office

Randy, thank you for making the county fair our prize event

Each summer, the La Plata County 4-H program celebrates the traditions and pride of our community at the annual county fair. 4-H members bring in animals, food, heritage arts pro...

DATE: Feb 19, 2014 | CATEGORY: From the Extension Office

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