Researchers at Kansas State University say the number of cases of an allergic reaction to red meat tied to tick bites is increasing across the state. Priscilla Brenes, K-State Research and Extension nutrition and wellness…

It’s sometimes difficult to discern who is learning more from this summer’s Extension District programs: The teachers or the students. That’s the benefit of life lessons. We’re never too old to learn. As a recent…

Although many gardens are still producing, it is time to get our fall vegetables planted. Believe it or not, fall is a great gardening season.   When you think about it, fall weather is much…

YATES CENTER — Kansas State University will highlight 32 years of research — as well as look to future studies — when it hosts a field day at the Bressner Range Research Unit on Sept.…

A recent spell of wet weather was accepted gratefully by weary farmers, but with the realization that more — and in some cases, much more — is needed to escape an extended drought. “We’re still…

“Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better, it’s not.” — Dr. Seuss MORAN — More often than not, the driving force behind pretty much every successful community…

Groups in need of volunteers, or those looking for ways to help out around town, will have an opportunity to learn more about both in the coming days. Thrive Allen County, in collaboration with K-State…

Tara Solomon-Smith wants to see the big picture when it comes to improving health. It’s about how everything — and everyone — can work together. That means having conversations to identify needs, educating the community…

YATES CENTER — Cassidy Lutz says she “basically grew up in an Extension office,” so it’s no surprise she would choose to become an Extension agent. Lutz is the new Family and Consumer Science Agent…

Canning season is in full swing, which makes it the perfect time to review tips for safe home canning. According to the CDC, home-canned vegetables are the top cause of botulism outbreaks. Botulism can be…