Category: Work & Life

Leftover Sweet Potatoes? Make Biscuits!

by J. Johnson
October 19, 2017

Thanksgiving is just around the corner! Can you believe it is already time to start preparing for the holiday season!? With the holidays also comes tons of left overs. You try to send plates of food home with your houseguests, but always ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, Work & Life
Tags: Biscuits, Christmas, Fall, Holidays, Leftovers, Recipes, Sweet Potato, Thanksgiving

Finding Clarity in Charity

by Lynda Spence
October 18, 2017

Disasters often rock our world and render us vulnerable with feelings that include helplessness and confusion. As we begin to process the bad news, our energies shift from thoughts of sadness and despair to action. Alas, the good side of humanity ... READ MORE

Category: Money Matters, Work & Life
Tags: Charitable, Charity, Disaster, Donation, Family, Organization, Philanthropic

Disasters and Decision Making

by Lynda Spence
October 18, 2017

Often times disasters make us feel anxious or afraid. People talk the tale of woe on the street, at the grocery store, on the TV, radio and the internet. Even when the threat of a disaster is remote, we still worry because should an unfortunate ... READ MORE

Category: Relationships & Family, Work & Life
Tags: Decisions, Diasters, Family, Health, Personal, Stress

USDA Disaster Assistance Workshop For Farmers

by Luke Harlow
October 18, 2017

Was your farm impacted by Hurricane Irma? If so, please be welcome at this informational meeting to discuss options available for assistance. The U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Service Center in Clay County is hosting a disaster assistance ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Disaster Preparation, Natural Resources
Tags: Disaster Relief, Farmers, Hurricane Irma

Protect Yourself from Heat Stress

by BLOGS.IFAS
October 17, 2017

Exposure to heat can cause illness and death. The most serious heat illness is heat stroke. Other heat illnesses, such as heat exhaustion, heat cramps and heat rash, should also be avoided. There are precautions that can be taken any time temperatures ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Tags: Cflandscapes, Heat, Heat Exhaustion, Heat Stroke, Prevention

Ghoulishly Good Practices for Halloween

by Melanie Taylor
October 16, 2017

From candy to pumpkins to the costumes, Halloween is a fun-filled time for kids and adults alike. However, it can pose dangers. To help make this year's trick-or-treat a safe and fun time, follow these simple safety tips compiled by the American ... READ MORE

Category: Work & Life
Tags: Child Development, Children, Family, Family Communication, Family Nutrition And Health, Food Safety, Halloween Safety, Health And Safety, Health And Wellness, Healthy Eating, Nutrition, October-December 2017, Panhandle-livingwell, Parenting, Poison Prevention, Snacks

National Youth Science Day- Incredible Wearables of Clay and Duval!

by Anne Elise Creamer
October 16, 2017

Each year, after reviewing submissions from universities around the US, the National 4-H Council chooses a project for the National Youth Science Day (NYSD). This year, the project was to design a wearable health monitor! County 4-H programs ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum, Health & Nutrition

Health Benefits of Gardening

by wilchcombe
October 15, 2017

By Mia Wilchcombe, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent In addition to providing nutritious fruits and vegetables, gorgeous landscaping and beautiful flowers for decoration, gardening offers a variety of health benefits. Fall is the perfect ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Tags: Gardening, Health, Wilchcombe

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