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National Food Safety Month

As September’s National Food Safety Month begins, it serves as an important reminder of the critical role that safe food practices play in our lives. Beyond just a matter of taste and convenience,…

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The National School Lunch Program

As a new school year begins, how are you supporting the success of schools in your county? The National School Lunch Program is an important part of the school day for most of the students across…

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September Is National Preparedness Month

September is National Preparedness Month. This year, FEMA's Ready Campaign is focused on preparing older adults for disasters. Older adults are disproportionately impacted by disasters and they face…

August Is Kids Eat Right Month

August is Kids Eat Right Month and the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation shares the following article:The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and…

March Is National Nutrition Month®

March is National Nutrition Month®! The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) created this annual campaign 50 years ago to help individuals learn to make informed food choices and develop healthy…

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Hurricane Season Is Here -- Are You and Your Home Prepared?

Hurricane Season in the Atlantic runs from June 1 until November 30. Are you and your family prepared? Is your home prepared? This PSA from Ready.gov can help in your preparedness efforts. Watch and…

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Housing Restoration and Recovery Videos

Hurricane season begins June 1. Here are some important resources for those returning home after a flood from a hurricane. It is essential that those recovering know how to safely and properly begin…

Barriers to Healthy Eating by SNAP Participants

Recently, the USDA released a study highlighting barriers that SNAP participants face when trying to eat a healthy diet. Nearly 90% percent identified barriers, with 66% stating that healthy food is…

Flood Insurance and New Risk Rating Plan

This is likely of interest to those who live on the coast and those with properties on the coast. However, the article suggests that flood sources encompass more than proximity to a body of water…

March Is Living Well Month

The National Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences declares March Living Well month. During this month Family and Consumer Science (FCS) Extension professionals share tips to help…