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Tips to help manage someone else’s finances

Wed, Mar 20, 2019

When asked to manage someone else's finances, make sure all of the legal paperwork is complete.

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Don’t let pantry pests ‘bug’ you

Wed, Jan 30, 2019

With cold weather keeping you inside, take time to clean out your pantry to help avoid pantry pests.

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Brenda Miller honored with Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service educator award

Wed, Jan 23, 2019

The Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service has honored Becky Walker and Brenda Miller with its prestigious 2019 Distinguished Educator awards.

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Keep ages, skills and interests in mind while holiday shopping for children

Fri, Nov 30, 2018

When it comes to choosing the perfect holiday gifts for the young ones on your shopping list, remembering some basic toy safety measures can help guide you to which surprises ultimately end up in colorfully wrapped packages.

YouthCollege of Education and Human SciencesDASNROutreach and EngagementFerguson College of AgricultureParentingCooperative ExtensionAgricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesOSU AgricultureFamily and Consumer Sciences
Make safety a priority during Halloween celebrations

Wed, Oct 17, 2018

Keep safety precautions in mind to help ensure children have a fun, safe holiday.

DASNROSU AgricultureFamily and Consumer SciencesFerguson College of AgricultureAgricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesFood Land and Natural ResourcesCooperative ExtensionHuman Health and Wellness
Barn quilts brighten up the rural countryside

Fri, Sep 28, 2018

The Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service is teaching workshops on how to paint barn quilts and is working toward developing a barn quilt trail. This effort will hopefully boost the economy in rural areas.

Family and Consumer SciencesFood Land and Natural ResourcesOutreach and EngagementOSU AgricultureFerguson College of AgricultureAgricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesCooperative Extension
Safe water, food and medicine important after wildfire

Fri, Apr 20, 2018

STILLWATER, Okla. (April 20, 2018) – After a wildfire, the safety of water and food as well as medications are at the top of the priority list for affected families.

Ferguson College of AgricultureOSU AgricultureAgricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesWildfireExtensionOutreach and EngagementConsumer SafetyFood SafetyFamily and Consumer Sciences
Flipping the switch on power outages

Mon, Apr 16, 2018

STILLWATER, Okla. (April 16, 2018) – Power outages happen, but families do not have to be left in the dark when the lights go out.

Agricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesFerguson College of AgricultureOSU AgricultureConsumer SafetyFood SafetyFamily and Consumer Sciences
Money savvy families put tax refunds to work

Thu, Mar 01, 2018

STILLWATER, Okla. (Feb. 14, 2018) – Despite the dread that visits annually during tax season, many Oklahomans often anticipate receiving a refund.

OSU AgricultureFerguson College of AgricultureAgricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesParentingFamily and Personal FinancesFamily and Consumer SciencesExtensionOutreach and Engagement
Tips for wishing your home a healthy new year

Thu, Feb 08, 2018

STILLWATER, Okla. (Feb. 8, 2018) – People have all sorts of New Year’s resolutions. Some want to get slimmer, some want to save more money, some want to try new experiences. Well, what about wanting a healthy home?

Ferguson College of AgricultureAgricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesOSU AgricultureConsumer SafetyHousingFamily and Consumer SciencesExtensionOutreach and Engagement
Custer County’s Radonna Sawatzky named 2018 Distinguished Educator recipient by Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service

Thu, Jan 11, 2018

STILLWATER, Oklahoma – “For us, it’s personal” says the highly accurate testament of the Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service, whose county educators live and work in the counties and communities they serve; and Custer County Extension Educator Radonna Sawatzky is proof of that.

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Safely sending perishable holiday gifts

Tue, Dec 12, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – What is a family to do if an out-of-town loved one cannot make it home for the holidays but loves turkey and dressing? Mailing perishable homemade goods or sending items via mail order is certainly a viable option for gift givers. Following some food safety tips will help avoid the risk of foodborne illness.

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