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How to replace lost documents after a disaster or loss
Learn how to replace lost or destroyed documents like IDs, deeds, and certificates after a disaster or personal loss.
Avoiding injury during post-disaster cleanup
SEDALIA, Mo.– Megan Webb, nutrition and health education specialist for University of Missouri Extension, advises homeowners and disaster-recovery volunteers to be safe during the cleanup process in this video news story.
A safe room of one's own
JOPLIN, Mo. – Harold Noirfalise used to curse the big steel box in the garage of his Joplin home. It was there when he and his wife, Brenda, bought the house a couple years ago. The box shared space with a pickup, a car and a workshop where he built radio-controlled model airplanes, making for a crowded garage.
Renters rights following a disaster
Learn your rights as a renter after a disaster, including safety, repairs, and lease considerations.
To Iraq and Back
FAYETTE, Mo. – It’s not exactly beating swords into ploughshares, but a University of Missouri Extension livestock specialist spent 18 months in Iraq helping promote peace through farming.
Make a splash but don't get sick
Avoid getting sick while swimming by practicing good hygiene, not swallowing water, and staying out when ill.
Freezing summer's bounty
LAMAR, Mo. – During the gray, cold days of winter, your garden’s bounty can be as close as your freezer. Freezing fresh fruits and vegetables now lets you enjoy them long after the growing season.
Tips for watering your lawn during a drought
GALENA, Mo. –Hot, dry weather has put lawns to the test this summer. As a result, many homeowners are attempting to keep their lawns active and alive by irrigating. It’s normal for cool-season grasses such as fescue and bluegrass to go dormant in mid-summer, said Tim Schnakenberg, agronomy specialist, University of Missouri Extension.
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Time flies, so don't waste it
CARTHAGE, Mo. – Everyone has the same 24 hours in a day. However, the way you use those hours can mean the difference between getting important things done and just doing tasks.Saving time is often a balancing act between efficiency and effectiveness. Important projects should take priority over checking smaller items off your list said Janet LaFon, consumer and family economic specialist for University of Missouri Extension.
Taking the cellphone to school
BLUE SPRINGS, Mo.–Should parents let kids take their cellphones to school? A University of Missouri Extension 4-H youth development specialist looks at the pros and cons.First, parents should check with school officials about policies on cellphone usage, said Alan J. Mundey. “Most school administrations tend to regard cellphones as disruptive and distracting, so they may prohibit their use on school grounds.”The pros
Fall gardening feeds body and spirit
Discover how fall gardening provides fresh produce and nurtures both body and spirit.
Dry weather can lead to a lethal lunch
Most people don’t think of grass as poison, but dry weather and drought can turn a pasture dangerous. Nitrates and prussic acid built to lethal levels in the stems and leaves of some plants as the hot days of July and August slowed forage growth to a halt. To protect your herd, University of Missouri Extension experts recommend a simple test to ensure cows aren’t chewing their way to disaster.
Success in school is a family affair
OZARK, Mo. — Teachers have children in the classroom for about seven hours a day, but what happens during the other 17 hours can make or break your child’s success in school.Attitude can make all the difference, says a University of Missouri Extension human development specialist.
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MU drought simulators stop the rain
Innovative field platforms shield test plots from rain to study how crops like corn and soybeans respond to drought stress for improved resilience.
Aerospace Camp teaches rocket science
ROLLA, Mo.— “It’s not rocket science.” The phrase is often used to assure people that something is simple and easy to understand. At the same time, it pushes the idea that actual rocket science is really hard—and certainly not for kids.
Fun ideas for after-school snacks
COLUMBIA, Mo. —Learning is hungry work. Schoolchildren typically eat lunch around 11:30 and then have classes all afternoon. Add an after-school activity or two and by the time they get home they’re running on empty. It’s small wonder that many kids head straight to the kitchen to devour whatever they can get their hands on. How can you make sure that they’re choosing snacks that are good for them? Just think “inside the box.”
Eat more fruits and vegetables by adding them to your favorite recipes
BLUE SPRINGS, Mo. – Parents might complain about getting kids to eat their vegetables, but even adults often find getting their recommended daily amount of fruits and vegetables a challenge. Lynda Johnson, a registered dietitian and University of Missouri Extension nutrition and health education specialist, offers some simple suggestions to get more fruits and veggies into your diet: -Add fresh berries, dried cranberries or raisins…
Are you a skip-breakfast sinner?
Discover simple, nutritious morning tips so you stop skipping breakfast — easy ideas to fuel your day and curb overeating later.
'Food From the Farm' connects kids to local farms
KANSAS CITY, Mo.– In this video news story, learn about MU Extension’s “Food From the Farm” program.
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4-H program strengthens family ties between children and incarcerated parents
A program helps incarcerated parents and their children develop life skills, improve communication, and strengthen family bonds through monthly visits and activities.
Scams and fraud add insult to injury after a disaster
CARTHAGE, Mo. – People can become victims twice in the aftermath of a natural disaster. Dishonest businesses, questionable charities and others looking to make a quick buck try to take advantage of both disaster survivors and those wishing to help.
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Using trellises for home vineyards
Learn how trellis systems help home vineyards save space, simplify pruning, and boost grape growth for fresh fruit and wine.
Adult children and aging parents
BLUE SPRINGS, Mo.–Members of the baby boomer generation are starting to retire, but that doesn’t mean they are entering a carefree phase of life. Their kids may be all grown up, but boomers who still have a living parent are facing new responsibilities, notes a University of Missouri Extension human development specialist.
The ABZzzzs: Set child’s routine for healthy sleep
Help children sleep better with consistent bedtime routines, a calm environment, and healthy sleep habits for growth and focus.
Spend wisely using the Rule of Three
CARTHAGE, Mo. – Smart consumers know money isn’t earned accidentally, so they don’t spend it carelessly. One useful tool for shrewd shoppers is the Rule of Three. “Basically, you check out at least three sources for prices and features before you make a decision,” said Janet LaFon, family financial education specialist for University of Missouri Extension.