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4-H Market Lambs
Market Lamb shows are a very popular category among the many 4-H livestock shows. The growth of these events proves they are a fun and competitive learning environment for young people. The time and money 4-H members spend on lambs is an investment in these young students education and this investment will benefit 4-Hers throughout their lives. This year, Logan County’s Lamb Show will be held on Wednesday, June 2nd at the Logan County Exte...
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Logan County Fair
The 2010 Logan County Fair is scheduled for May 27 – June 5, 2010. Several events have been planned for this year’s county fair including various livestock shows, 4-H exhibits, a fair queen pageant, Homemaker quilt show and luncheon, arts and crafts fair, corn hole tournament, movie night, a cook off, and much more. The Logan County Fair is planned and conducted according to the Kentucky Department of Agriculture regulations for the use of st...
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Do-it-yourself lunch
Selections from the school cafeteria don’t always tickle the taste buds. So, if you are a do-it-yourself kind of person who wants to pack your own lunch, here are three things to help you get started. Planning ahead helps to make good choices. Write down ideas for each school day menu. Review your menus with a parent and plan to go along for the grocery shopping. One week’s worth of menus is a good starting point to learn what foods you ...
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Applications sought for specialty crop grants
Funding is available for projects that enhance the competitiveness of Kentucky’s specialty crop industries, Agriculture Commissioner Richie Farmer has announced. The Kentucky Department of Agriculture is accepting applications for up to $75,000 for specialty crop projects. Grants will be awarded through a competitive process. Specialty crops are defined as fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruit, horticulture and nursery crops, including fl...
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Preserving a U.S. textile treasure
For nearly a century, the Smithsonian has cared for the Star-Spangled Banner and placed it on view for the American people. The staff has worked hard over the years to maintain the flag, keep it clean, and protect it from harm. The goal has always remained the same: to ensure the treasured flag’s survival for generations to come. But preservation methods have changed and improved over time. ...
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Homemakers International Night
On Thursday, February 11, 2010, the Logan County Homemakers held their annual International Night. The country of focus this year was the Republic of Georgia. Guest speakers were Barry and Carolyn Corder and their children, Andrew, Anna Marie, Abigail, James, Elizabeth, and Rachel. The Corder’s were missionaries to the Republic of Georgia for several years before coming back to the United States. The Homemakers had a potluck meal including...
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Kentucky 4-H Dairy Cow Camp is Saturday, April 24
Livestock programs are one of the most recognized components of 4-H. These popular programs help young people develop management abilities and critical thinking skills while learning about animal care and conformation. The Kentucky 4-H Dairy Cow Camp represents one opportunity for hands-on learning. 4-H’ers attend workshops to learn about the judging standards for dairy cattle. They go on to judge classes and then present oral reasons in su...
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Kentucky food prices show slight decrease in first quarter
The latest Marketbasket Survey, conducted by the Kentucky Farm Bureau Federation in March 2010, indicates that retail food prices in supermarkets across the state declined in the first quarter of the year. According to the survey, the total cost of 40 basic grocery items was $103.62 – down by $1.66, or approximately 1.6%, from the same list of items reported in the fourth quarter of 2009. While 27 of the items actually experienced minor increa...
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Logan County Conservation District encourages stewardship
The conservation district office encourages you to think about your personal responsibility to be a good steward of all natural resources, including soil, during its annual Stewardship Week celebration. The National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) has proclaimed April 25 through May 2, 2010 as Stewardship Week, marking the 55th year of the national event. The 2010 Stewardship Week is themed “Conservation Habits – Healthy Habitats”...
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4-H Rabbit Show
The Logan County Fair is excited about this year’s 4-H Rabbit Show. On Thursday, June 3rd there will be a rabbit show at the Logan County Extension Complex. Registration will begin at 9 a.m. with the show starting at 10 a.m. The show is open to anyone in Logan County interested in showing a rabbit. Classes will be divided by rabbit breed and rabbit age. There will also be a showmanship class divided by the age of the showman. This will be ...
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Preserving a U.S. textile treasure
For nearly a century, the Smithsonian has cared for the Star-Spangled Banner and placed it on view for the American people. The staff has worked hard over the years to maintain the flag, keep it clean, and protect it from harm. The goal has always remained the same: to ensure the treasured flag’s survival for generations to come. But preservation methods have changed and improved over time. ...
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Do-it-yourself lunch
Selections from the school cafeteria don’t always tickle the taste buds. So, if you are a do-it-yourself kind of person who wants to pack your own lunch, here are three things to help you get started. Planning ahead helps to make good choices. Write down ideas for each school day menu. Review your menus with a parent and plan to go along for the grocery shopping. One week’s worth of menus is a good starting point to learn what foods you ...
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Farmer launches ‘Eat to Win’ campaign
Agriculture Commissioner Richie Farmer has launched a campaign to encourage Kentucky students to adopt healthy eating habits that will last a lifetime. Eat to Win is an educational program aimed at teaching children about the advantages of eating fresh fruits and vegetables and buying locally produced Kentucky Proud food while maintaining a healthy weight and being physically active. Former University of Kentucky basketball star and current N...
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Kentucky 4-H Teen Conference
With summer just around the corner, it is time for Kentucky 4-H teens to register for the 2010 Kentucky 4-H Teen Conference. The conference takes place at the University of Kentucky June 14 through 17 and is open to all 4-H’ers who have graduated eighth grade through the age of 18. During the conference, 4-H members have the opportunity to experience dorm life in UK residence halls, attend educational and recreational tracks and workshops and ...
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Prescription medicine pointers
According to the American Health Association (2005) as many as 60% of older adults take prescription medicines improperly. Some prescription drugs can have adverse effects when combined with over-the-counter or other prescription drugs. Reactions sometimes can be severe resulting in illness and even death. As we age, prescription medications may become necessary to maintain health, recover from an illness or control the symptoms of a chron...
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