Kansas State University nutrition specialist Sandy Procter says recent changes to nutrition labels on most foods should be viewed as a great ally for consumers and their good health.  The U.S. Food and Drug Administration…

Most older people can remain intellectually sharp late into their lives, but doing so requires two things.  First, believe in your ability to maintain mental alertness and remain optimistic and confident that you can.  Next,…

Japanese beetles have become a yearly pest. They were first reported in the United States in 1916 and have since become established in many states, including Kansas. The adult beetle is one of the most…

Mail Call: Bills, a birthday card from Mom, a store circular, or your monthly bank statement. From time to time, you may receive “pre-approved” credit card offers in the mail, too. Do you ever wonder…

For many, the Fourth of July holiday may be a day off from work, but Karen Blakeslee says it’s not a day off from food safety. “Handling food safely is important every day, not just…

We are only a few weeks away from the start of the Allen County Fair — and I usually write an anticipatory column to incite excitement and attendance of the Fair.  Past columns have been…

The empty nest stage is the time in parents’ lives when their last child has left the home.  Some think “empty nest” is a negative term. Others believe that parenting does not end when their…

This spring brought an increased interest in gardening. Now that the gardens are planted and things are beginning to grow, gardeners should be on the lookout for insect pests.  If you are having difficulty with…

The family studies project offers youth the opportunity to learn about their growth and development as well as that of others.  They will learn about children of different ages and appropriate activities that help children…

It is now easier than ever to check your credit report for free on a weekly basis.  Due to the COVID- 19 pandemic economic issues, CARES Act Federal Loan forbearance, and fraud, the three national…