Understanding a Loveable Community            

A loveable community involves a unique combination of characteristics that take the neighborhood beyond liveable! Extension Sociologist Gary Hansen expands on this theme. 

Storing Water for Emergencies                                                An emergency may occur without warning, at any time.  A clean and safe supply of water for each member of the household is important to have on hand.  Extension Associate for Environmental Issues Kim Henken examines the need for stored water during an emergency situation.  

Controlling the Asian Lady Beetle        

This insect has become a serious nuisance in Kentucky in the fall. The multi-colored Asian Lady Beetle can be controlled via prevention.  Extension Entomologist Ric Bessin has the details.                                                                                

Preventing Suicide            

Suicide is usually attempted to try to end pain a person has experienced.  Most everyone has been effected by suicide in some way. Extension Health Specialist Doug Burnham explains.

Consumer Programs
September 26 - September 30

Invading Crickets Around the House                                 Cool weather signals crickets to move indoors.  There are a variety of options available to limit the entry of crickets into your house.  Extension Entomologist Ric Bessin explains how.                                  

Reducing Lead Poisoning in Children            

Serious health problems can be the result of exposure to lead.

Children are especially susceptable to lead. Extension Associate for Environmental Issues Kim Henken examines how to protect your family from lead poisoning. 

Planting Trees and Shrubs in the Fall                               Planning to plant your trees and shrubs at the appropriate time can assure your plants the opportunity to grow healthy and strong. Special pricing during the fall can help on the pocketbook as well.  Extension Specialist in Consumer Horticulture Rick Durham details the proper planting procedure.

Exercising Through Resistance Training          

Do you want to built strength while having fun?  Resistance Training can support your body both physically and mentally by giving you stamina and self-confidence. Extension Associate for Health Lori Rice elaborates on this form of exercise.                                                                               

Minimizing YellowJackets Around the House              

At this time YellowJackets are running out of food so they are looking for ways to find nourishment indoors and out. Lee Townsend, Extension Entomologist, examines ways to protect and prevent YellowJackets from invading your home.

Consumer Programs
September 19 - September 23

Planning to Remodel a Home                                           There are numerous reasons why homeowners want to remodel a home. Taste, budget and location often determine the remodeling done.  Extension Specialist for Home Furnishings Linda Adler outlines the planning process.

Controlling Crickets Around the Home             

Field Crickets are a musical nuisance.  There are a number of things you can do control crickets before they get indoors.  Lee Townsend, Extension Entomologist explains how.

Eating Healthy and Appealing Food                                Berries and squash are examples of healthy and colorful alternative foods. Extension Food and Nutrition Specialist Sandra Bastin describes how you can eat healthy and still enjoy what you eat.

Transporting Food in a Cooler            

Take precautions when tailgating.  Selecting the size and type of cooler can assist in keeping your food hot or cold during your trip. Extension Food Technologist Joe O'Leary provides expert suggestions for your future outings.                                                                               

Selecting Carpet for Your Home              

Before you buy your home carpets think about the color and style of fabric you want in your home.  Linda Adler, Extension Home Furnishing Specialist suggests you make a checklist to compare your needs with the carpet characteristics. 

Consumer Programs
September 19 - September 23

Controlling Crickets Around the Home             

Field Crickets are a musical nuisance.  There are a number of things you can do control crickets before they get indoors.  Lee Townsend, Extension Entomologist explains how.

Eating Healthy and Appealing Food                                Berries and squash are examples of healthy and colorful alternative foods. Extension Food and Nutrition Specialist Sandra Bastin describes how you can eat healthy and still enjoy what you eat.

Transporting Food in a Cooler            

Take precautions when tailgating.  Selecting the size and type of cooler can assist in keeping your food hot or cold during your trip. Extension Food Technologist Joe O'Leary provides expert suggestions for your future outings.                                                                               

Selecting Carpet for Your Home              

Before you buy your home carpets think about the color and style of fabric you want in your home.  Linda Adler, Extension Home Furnishing Specialist suggests you make a checklist to compare your needs with the carpet characteristics. 

Consumer Programs
September 12 - September 16

Upcoming Color Trends in Home Furnishings                          Be aware of color and design trends in home furnishings.  Extension Specialist for Home Furnishings Linda Adler suggests looking for contemporary colors when decorating for the home.                  

Storing Apples for Best Results              

When storing apples always look for the varieties that are healthy and free of blemishes.  Extension Horticulturist John Strang explains the best way to store your apples.

Avoiding Falls in the Home                                                       Accidents happen more often at home that at work!  Kim Henken, Extension Associate for Environmental Issues provides tips on home safety.

Balancing Calories for a Healthy Lifestyle            

Overweight and obesity have become an obsession in the United States. Most consumers understand the balancing act between calories but a healthy lifestyle requires action not knowledge.  Extension Food and Nutrition Specialist Sandra Bastin emphasizes how to take action.                                                                               

Disposing of Solid Waste              

Follow good food handling practices when tailgating.  Keep your hands clean and always keep cold foods cold, hot foods hot. Extension Food Technologist Joe O'Leary has the details.

Consumer Programs
September 5 - September 9

Incorporating Whole Grains in the Diet                              Adding fiber to you diet can reduce the risk of a number of diseases. Extension Food and Nutrition Specialist Sandra Bastin explains how you can do this.                                

Avoiding Problems caused by Foreign Grain Beetles               

These insects usually fly at night and are attracted by a light source.  According to Extension Entomologist Lee Townsend there are ways to avoid problems caused by these pests. 

Reviewing Your Spending Plan                                              Changes in your financial position require reviewing your spending plan. Extension Family Resource Management Specialist Suzanne Badenhop suggests you review your spending plan whenever your salary changes.

Planting Spring-Flowering Bulbs.                           

Planting bulbs now will assure a beautiful bloom on your flowers next spring. Extension Specialist in Consumer Horticulture has some tips on how this can be done.                                                                               

Disposing of Solid Waste              

Care must be taken in disposing of solid waste because of all the synthetic materials we use.  Extension Associate for Environmental Issues Kim Henken suggests you recycle  material first before disposing of waste.

Consumer Programs
August 22 - August 26

Using Rat Research to Study Humans                                     A number of research studies designed to be conducted on humans are first performed on rats. Janet Kurzynski, Extension Food and Nutrition Specialist discusses why this research technique is useful.

Recognizing Prairie Sun Rudbeckia                              

This annual flower was named an all-America selections winner for 2003. It must be started new from plants or seed each spring.  Extension Specialist in Consumer Horticulture explains how to grow this colorful flora. 

Staying Hydrated while Outdoors                                           It is often a challenge to stay hydrated while working outdoors. Kim Henken, Extension Associate for Environmental Issues outlines ways to stay hydrated when working or playing outdoors..

Avoiding Fruit Flies                             

Sap Beetles and Fruit flies are attracted to over-ripe or fermenting fruits and vegetables. Extension Entomologist Ric Bessin provides suggestions on the best way to prevent or eliminate these bugs around your food.                                                                               

Rating the Well-Being of Kentucky Children              

Kentucky Children have declined in ten key indicators compared to children from other states.  Gary Hansen, Extension Sociologist, examines how to reverse these negative trends.

Consumer Programs
August 15 - August 19

Updating Your Home                                                             A couple of general changes around the home can make a dramatic difference.  Extension Specialist for Home Furnishings Linda Adler discusses simple ways you can update your home.

Keeping food Safe During Emergencies                              

During emergency situations around the home your food can spoil and go bad, so it must be a priority for proper storage.  Extension Meat Specialist Benjy Mikel elaborates more on keeping food safe during emergencies.

Finding Children's Strengths                                                     All children are different and need to find their strengths early in life.  Carole Gnatuk, Extension Child Development Specialist explains how to find the strengths of children.

Taking Hikes Instead of Walks                              

Taking outdoor walks can get boring and a bit redundant.  Extension Associate for Health Lori Rice outlines some benefits of taking hikes instead of walks.                                                                               

Examining Cicada Killer Wasps              

Cicada killing wasps are a common sight to see in the summer and are often feared.  Ric Bessin, Extension Entomologist, examines the cicada killer wasp in detail.

Consumer Programs
August 8 - August 12

Watching out for Japanese Beetles                                      Japanese beetles are now feeding on many different plants.  Extension Entomologist Lee Townsend elaborates more on watching out for Japanese Beetles.

Limiting Access to Psudephedrine                              

Kentucky has seen an increase in meth labs over the last couple of years.  Extension Associate for Health Holly Hopper explains in more detail limiting the access to psudephedrine. 

Selecting Paint Colors for Your Home                                     It can be a very frustrating experience when trying to choose the right exterior color for your home.  Extension Specialist for Home Furnishings Linda Adler discusses how to select paint colors for your home.

Using Props for Children's Play                              

When children aren't able to go outside and play, playing in the house can also be fun.  Carole Gnatuk, Extension Child Development Specialist outlines the ways you can use props for children's play.                                                                              

Facts About Counterfeit Medicines              

Some drugs bought by consumers were found to be a fake.  Robert Flashman, State Extension Specialist in Family Resource Management examines important facts about counterfeit medicines.

Consumer Programs
August 1 - August 5

Understanding Public Water Systems                                    The total number of public water systems served has declined over the past years in Kentucky, but the population served has increased.  Kim Henken, Extension Associate for Environmental Issues discusses how to understand the public water systems.

Identifying Insects Around the Home                              

The summer brings a lot of unwanted insects around the home, and the majority of them don't mean any harm.  Extension Entomologist  Lee Townsend elaborates more on identifying insects around the home. 

Practicing Positive Discipline With Children                           All parents want for their children to have respect for themselves and others.  Extension Child Development Specialist Carole Gnatuk examines positive disciplinary principles that you can practice with your children.

Preventing Oral Facial Injuries in Sports                              

In sports with balls flying through the air, oral facial injuries should be a concern.  Sharley Shirley, Extension Oral Health Specialist emphasizes the importance of preventing oral facial injuries in sports.                                                                              

Pollinating Squash Pumpkins              

Although flowers do not produce fruit and may die early in the season, that doesn't mean that your plants are not producing.  Extension Horticulturist John Strang explains more about pollinating your flowerless squash pumpkins.

Consumer Programs
July 25 - July 29

Cooling and Moisture in the Home                                    Large energy bills are a challenge when trying to keep cool on hot summer days.  Extension Home Furnishing Specialist Linda Adler outlines ways to keep cool in the home.

Drinking Healthy Beverages                              

Soft drinks and high sugar drinks are often consumed by Americans everyday.  Carole Gnatuk, Extension Child Development Specialist examines some healthy beverages to drink.. 

Addressing Conflict                                                          Disagreements happen everyday, and anywhere.  Gary Hansen, Extension Sociologist suggests some steps to take when addressing conflict.

Having a Good Spending Plan                              

Having a good spending plan can help you reach your goal, if your goal is to be debt free.  Susan Badenhop, Extension Family Resource Management Specialist emphasizes the importance of having a good spending plan.                                                                              

Storing Common Household Products              

A lot of household products may appear to be something that they are not when dealing with kids.  Extension Associate for Environmental Issues Kim Henken discusses storing common household products.

Consumer Programs
July 18 - July 22

Keeping up With Your Credit Scores                                  Credit scores are very important. They receive a lot of  attention from lenders.  Extension Family Resource Management Specialist Susan Badenhop explains in detail, why you should keep up with your credit score.

Reducing Liquid Calorie Intake                              

Americans are drinking more and more calories per day.  Extension Food and Nutrition Specialist Janet Kurzynske outlines ways to reduce your liquid calorie intake. 

Recognizing Your Production Loss Due to Heat                      Many types of vegetables will not produce in extreme heat conditions.  Rick Durham, Extension Specialist in Consumer Horticulture explains how to recognize your production loss due to heat.

Caring for Your Drinking Water Well                              

Many people use private water sources across Kentucky.  Extension Associate for Environmental Issues Kim Henken, emphasizes the importance of caring for your drinking water well.                                                                             

Incorporating Exercise Into Your Day              

A lot of adults spend the majority of their day sitting down.  Sandra Bastin, Extension Food and Nutrition Specialist elaborates on some ways that you can incorporate exercising into your day.

Consumer Programs
July 11 - July 15

Keeping Cool During Extreme Heat Waves                         Hot summer days have arrived, and we should be taking steps to keep cool during days of extreme heat waves.  Linda Adler, Extension Home Furnishing Specialist emphasizes the importance of keeping cool in the summer heat waves..

Decreasing the Risk of Colorectal Cancer                              

Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death.  Extension Food and Nutrition Specialist Janet Kurzynske discusses the risk of colorectal cancer. 

Checking Your Credit Report                                                It  should be a high priority for you to check your credit report at least once a year.  Extension Family Resource Management Specialist, Susan Badenhop elaborates in  more detail on checking your credit report.

Making Learning Fun Over The Summer                              

Have fun with your children this summer and make learning fun.  Extension Child Development Specialist, Carole Gnatuk outlines some easy games you can play with children to make their learning fun over the summer.  

Finding a Diet that Works              

Following a low carbohydrate diet and a low calorie diet are some diets that people follow to lose weight.  Janet Tietyen, Extension Food and Nutrition Specialist examines different diets, and ways to help your diet work for you.

Consumer Programs
July4 - July 8

Consumer Programs
June 27 - July 1

Consumer Programs
June 20 - June 24

Caring for Septic Systems                                                  Septic systems can be a effective waste disposal option when installed and maintained properly.  Kim Henken, Extension Associate for Environmental Issues outlines steps you can take to keep your septic system in good working condition.  

Considering Different Retirement Plans                              Simplified Employee Pensions and Savings Incentive Match Plans should both be evaluated when selecting retirement plans.  Extension Family Resource Management Specialist Suzanne Badenhop elaborates on these retirement options.  

Controlling Ants Around the Home                                      Ants are both frequent and persistent pests around the home.  Ric Bessin, Extension Entomologist, examines the damage ants cause around the home, as well as means of control of these pests.    

Walking as an Exercise Program                                    Walking is an easy and inexpensive way to add exercise into your day.  Extension Associate for Health Lori Rice discusses factors to consider when using walking as an exercise program.  

Showing Understanding to Children                                   Demonstrating understanding to children is an important practice.  Gary Hansen, Extension Sociologist,  explains the importance of understanding your child's feelings.  

Consumer Programs
June 13 - June 17

Reducing the Risk of Macular Degeneration                             Age-Related Macular Degeneration is a progressive disease that impairs central vision.  Sandra Bastin, Extension Food and Nutrition Specialist, outlines ways that you can reduce the risk of developing this disease.     

Examining Fine Print in a Credit Agreement                              Interest rates and fees on credit cards can change without notice.  Extension Family Resource Management Specialist Suzanne Badenhop emphasizes the importance of examining the fine print on credit card statements.  

Understanding Calories and Carbohydrates                              Maintaining a healthy weight is often a struggle for Americans.  Janet Tietyen, Extension Specialist in Food and Nutrition, discusses the need for a thorough understanding of calories and carbohydrates.  

Controlling Problems Caused by Mosquitoes                            Mosquitoes cause problems for both humans and pets.  Extension Entomologist Ric Bessin explains ways that mosquitoes can be effectively controlled.  

Protecting Yourself from Telephone Solicitation                      Kentuckians donate a great deal of money to organizations over the phone.  Robert Flashman, State Extension Specialist in Family Resource Management, expands on ways that you can protect yourself from telephone solicitation.         

Consumer Programs
June 6 - June 10

Saving for Retirement Years                                              Most people use both their employer retirement plan and personal savings to fund their retirement years.  Suzanne Badenhop, Extension Family Resource Management Specialist, emphasizes the importance of planning ahead for your retirement years.  

Ripening June-Bearing Strawberries                                 Kentucky's warm temperatures and sunny days have contributed to sweet and ripe strawberries.  Extension Horticulturist John Strang gives details on selecting high quality June-bearing strawberries.  

Organizing Yearly House Cleaning Tasks           &n