Consumer and Family Science

October 09 2007
Constipation a Symptom, Not a Disease 
AMARILLO – Constipation is a serious problem at any age but may be more so in older adults, said a Texas Cooperative Extension specialist.

October 02 2007
Twelfth Annual Parenting Conference Set for Nov. 6 in Lubbock 
LUBBOCK – What's the best way to balance work and family? Is there a rule of thumb when trying to choose quality child care? What language is my teenager speaking these days? Am I losing my mind?

September 04 2007
End-of-Life Issues Also Part of Planning for Future 
COLLEGE STATION – If nothing is sure in life except death and taxes, this is also true: Both need to be planned for. That's the advice from Dr. Joyce Cavanagh, Texas Cooperative Extension family economics specialist.

August 29 2007
Allergy Attack Prevention Begins at Home 
COLLEGE STATION – A runny or stuffy nose, watery eyes, sneezing and coughing may signal a cold or the flu – or could mean allergies.

August 15 2007
Expert: Security Freeze Can Help Chill Identity Theft 
COLLEGE STATION – Beginning Sept. 1, Texans will have another layer of protection for their personal identities, said a Texas Cooperative Extension expert.

August 07 2007
Get the Most from Your Exercise Investment 
COLLEGE STATION – The longest journey may begin with a single step, but Texas Cooperative Extension experts suggest that the road to better health starts with these six:

August 06 2007
Exercise Saves Dollars as Well as Lives 
COLLEGE STATION – Regular physical activity is good for physical – and fiscal – health, said Dr. Carol Rice, Texas Cooperative Extension health specialist. That's because the lack of exercise can be expensive for both individuals and communities.

July 17 2007
In Preparing for Disasters, Who You Gonna Call? Try 2-1-1 
COLLEGE STATION – Fires ... floods ... hurricanes ... Sometimes the best way to survive a disaster – natural or otherwise – is to get out of its way.

July 05 2007
Expert: Federal Aid Available For Some Flood Victims 
COLLEGE STATION – If the rain clouds hanging over Texas have a silver lining, it might be this: Some people affected by the recent flooding could be eligible for federal aid, said a Texas Cooperative Extension expert.

July 05 2007
Day Care Decision No Small Matter for Parents 
COLLEGE STATION – Here's a question many parents must consider: Is putting their children in day care good, bad or indifferent?

July 04 2007
Texas Cooperative Extension Announces New Agent in Briscoe/Hall Counties 
MEMPHIS – Missy Reynolds has been named Texas Cooperative Extension family and consumer science agent in Hall and Briscoe counties, according to Donna Brauchi, Extension district administrator.

June 11 2007
Can’t Stand the Heat? Stay Out of the Tanning Booth 
COLLEGE STATION – All tans are created equal, no matter what the source of the damaging ultraviolet rays, said a Texas Cooperative Extension expert.

May 8, 2007
Inflammatory Breast Cancer Requires Additional Vigilance
COLLEGE STATION - Not all breast cancers start with a lump, said Courtney Schoessow, Texas Cooperative Extension program specialist for health education and development.

April 16, 2007
Texas High School Seniors Learn A-B-Cs of Personal Finances 
COLLEGE STATION – A Texas high school education just got a little more practical. That's because this academic year – 2006-2007 – instruction in financial education is required as a condition of graduation, said Nancy Granovsky, Texas Cooperative Extension family economics specialist.

April 13, 2007
Kids, Kows & More Expo Introduces Agriculture to Urban West Texas Youth 
ODESSA – Helping kids better understand agriculture is the goal of Texas Cooperative Extension's Kids, Kows & More Expo. The event is scheduled for April 30-May 2 at the Ector County Coliseum Outback Arena in Odessa.

April 13, 2007
MRI Recommended as New Tool in Fight Against Breast Cancer 
COLLEGE STATION – The American Cancer Society last month recommended that women at high risk of developing breast cancer should get a magnetic resonance imaging – or MRI – each year in addition to a mammogram, beginning at age 30.

March 21, 2007
Long-Term Care Insurance Can Relieve Financial Burdens 
COLLEGE STATION – Long-term care insurance can be just what the doctor ordered, said experts from Texas Cooperative Extension.

March 14, 2007
Medical Help Comes from a Variety of Professional Levels 
AMARILLO – Going to the "doctor" doesn't always mean a patient is seeing a doctor of medicine, a Texas Cooperative Extension specialist said.

March 08, 2007
Parents, Researchers, Other Experts Divided on Spanking Issue 
COLLEGE STATION – When California Assemblywoman Sally Lieber proposed legislation prohibiting spanking children younger than 4, she triggered a country-wide debate, said a Texas Cooperative Extension specialist.

February 27, 2007
Health Literacy Is Communication Tool for Patients, Doctors 
AMARILLO – If you've ever ended a conversation with a health care provider just as confused as you were at its beginning, you know why health literacy is so important. That's the word from Andrew Crocker, Texas Cooperative Extension gerontology specialist.

February 23, 2007
Personal Savings Plans Can Start Small 
COLLEGE STATION – When it comes to developing a personal savings plan, little things mean a lot, said Nancy Granovsky, Texas Cooperative Extension family economics specialist.

February 23, 2007
Living With Diabetes? Take Care of Yourself 
COLLEGE STATION – A diagnosis of diabetes is for life, said Dr. Carol Rice, Texas Cooperative Extension health specialist. But that diagnosis is easier to live with, thanks to blood glucose monitoring, she said.

February 23, 2007
Texas 4-H Center Names Locke as New Director 
COLLEGE STATION – Dr. Darlene Locke, Texas Cooperative Extension specialist for 4-H and youth, has been named director of the Texas 4-H Conference Center in Brownwood. She will begin her new duties immediately, said Dr. Martha Couch, Extension associate director for 4H and youth.

February 21, 2007
Living With Diabetes? Take Care of Yourself 

February 21, 2007
Personal Savings Plans Can Start Small 

February 21, 2007
Personal Savings Plans Can Start Small 
COLLEGE STATION – When it comes to developing a personal savings plan, little things mean a lot, said Nancy Granovsky, Texas Cooperative Extension family economics specialist.

February 15, 2007
Texas Volunteers: Learn to Serve Others by Being There 
COLLEGE STATION – Hurricanes devastate the Gulf Coast. The space shuttle falls out of the sky. The Panhandle goes up in wildfires. Tornadoes rip up parts of West Texas.

February 12, 2007
Pets Can Be More than Best Friends for Older Adults 
AMARILLO – Older adults who live alone, either in their own home or in a residential facility, may find a pet is just what the doctor ordered, a Texas Cooperative Extension specialist said.

February 08, 2007
Nutrition Expert Advises Parents: Relax 
COLLEGE STATION – Fruits and vegetables are a basic part of a healthful diet, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's My Pyramid Plan.

February 06, 2007
Confused Yet? Life Insurance Explained 
COLLEGE STATION - Automobile insurance, which is required by state law, helps cover drivers in case of crashes. Health insurance is important because it helps cover the cost of medical care.

January 23, 2007
Show Your Love: Buckle Up Your Kids 
COLLEGE STATION – Showing your love on Valentine's Day doesn't always involve flowers and heart-shaped boxes of candy, said a Texas Cooperative Extension expert.

January 18, 2007
Secondhand Smoke Harms Smoker’s Loved Ones 
COLLEGE STATION – In addition to harming their own health, smokers' habits harm the health of their loved ones, said Courtney Schoessow, Texas Cooperative Extension program specialist for health education and development.

January 16, 2007
Child Care Professionals Conference Discusses Circle of Learning 
HOUSTON, TX – Many children spend a majority of their time growing and developing in day care, said Alexis Cordova, Texas Cooperative Extension agent for family consumer sciences in Liberty County.

January 15, 2007
Research May Lead to Better Health in Rural Communities 
COLLEGE STATION – To many people, going to grocery stores can be a chore.

January 12, 2007
Texas Human Nutrition Conference Scheduled for Feb. 2 
COLLEGE STATION – Question: What's yellow and green and red all over?

January 08, 2007
Chandler Named North Region Program Director for Family and Consumer Sciences 
LUBBOCK – Joan Chandler has been named Texas Cooperative Extension North Region Program Director for Family and Consumer Sciences, effective Feb. 1.

January 04, 2007
Fostering Good Child Care: Take Smoking Outside 
COLLEGE STATION – Foster parents in Texas have just been given another reason to make quitting smoking their No. 1 New Year's resolution.

January 02, 2007
Holiday Season Is Over: Get Ready for Tax Season 
COLLEGE STATION – Brace yourself. Income tax time is coming.

December 08, 2006
Eat Your Vegetables! Parents Can Encourage Healthier Eating in Their Children 
COLLEGE STATION – Ask a child what his or her favorite foods are, and chances are vegetables and fruits won't be on the list.

December 01, 2006
Rice Named Recipient of Texas A&M Regents Fellow Service Award 
COLLEGE STATION – Dr. Carol Rice, program leader for Texas Cooperative Extension's family development and resource management unit, received a Regents Fellow Service Award at the board's meeting this week in College Station.

November 22, 2006
Boys Will Be Boys...But Do You Know Why? 
LUBBOCK – There's more to understanding and getting along with boys and young men than the old adage "hammers and nails and puppy dog tails."

November 21, 2006
Extension in Guadalupe County Fills New Part Time Nutrition Education Position 
SEGUIN – Rosa Chamniss is the new part-time nutrition education assistant for Texas Cooperative Extension's Better Living for Texans program in Guadalupe County. She began her duties on Nov. 15.

November 21, 2006
Students Swamp Career Expo in South Texas 
WESLACO – Since opening in 2003 near the banks of the Rio Grande in Hidalgo, Dodge Arena has attracted many capacity crowds. Thousands of fans from South Texas and northern Mexico often pack the 6,800 seat multi-purpose complex to see top-notch entertainment, including Cher, Oscar de la Hoya, Alan Jackson and the Sesame Street cast.

November 17, 2006
Enrollment Period for Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Ends Dec. 31 
COLLEGE STATION – It's that time of year again. No, not the holiday season, although that's coming too. It's time for the annual open enrollment period for Medicare Part D, otherwise known as the prescription drug benefit, said Dr. Joyce Cavanagh, Texas Cooperative Extension family economics specialist. The open enrollment period is from Nov. 15 to Dec. 31 each year.

November 15, 2006
Arbitration Clause Can Catch Credit Card Holders Unaware 
COLLEGE STATION – When it comes to your financial life, what you don't know can hurt you, said a Texas Cooperative Extension expert.

October 26, 2006
Nutrition Classes Feed the Right Words 
DALLAS – On a recent Wednesday at the Oak Cliff branch of the Dallas Public Library, Elisa Reyes prepared to teach 26 Spanish-speakers about the MyPyramid food guide pyramid from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, serving sizes and daily nutritional requirements for good health, she said. Reyes is a nutrition education assistant with the Texas Cooperative Extension's Expanded Nutrition Program.

October 19, 2006
Expert: Establishing Self-Esteem Important to Child’s Development 
COLLEGE STATION – Self-esteem and self-absorption are not the same thing, but teaching children the difference can be difficult when adults are confused about it themselves, said a Texas Cooperative Extension expert.

October 16, 2006
Resources Help With Recovery from Flooding 
COLLEGE STATION – Just a year after the floods created by Hurricane Rita, recent flooding rains in much of the state – especially in the southeastern section – have led to more waterlogged residences, said Janie Harris, Texas Cooperative Extension housing and environment specialist.

October 10, 2006
Area Agency on Aging Allows Elderly to Stay Home Longer 
AMARILLO – The U.S. Congress reauthorized the Older Americans Act this month, ensuring the continuation of the Area Agencies on Aging program, a Texas Cooperative Extension specialist said.

October 02, 2006
Binational Family Conference Starts Today at South Padre Island 
SOUTH PADRE ISLAND – The sixth Biennial Binational Conference on Families kicks off today at South Padre Island. The conference was designed to bring together consumer and family sciences professionals.

September 28, 2006
Financial Literacy Called 'Vital Life Skill' 
COLLEGE STATION – The facts of life involve birds and bees – and bucks, said a Texas Cooperative Extension expert.

September 28, 2006
Healthful Lifestyle Starts With Clean Home 
COLLEGE STATION – As with nutrition and lifestyle choices, the environment inside a home can affect a family's health, said a Texas Cooperative Extension expert.

September 28, 2006
Personal Inventory: Prepare for Disaster Before Trouble Comes 
COLLEGE STATION – Picking up the pieces after a disaster can be much easier if you already know exactly what pieces you have to pick up, said Texas Cooperative Extension experts.

September 25, 2006
Millions of Kids, Parents Face Food Allergies Every Day 
COLLEGE STATION – Imagine being admitted to the hospital because you ate a peanut butter and jelly sandwich or a bowl of cereal with milk.

September 14, 2006
Relying on Home Health Testing Alone Could Be Dangerous 
AMARILLO – With the availability of community health screenings and home health testing kits, more Americans are playing doctor, said a Texas Cooperative Extension specialist.

September 13, 2006
Extension Program Helps Prepare Special-Needs Students for Life After High School 
COLLEGE STATION – An education is more than just ‘reading, writing and arithmetic,' said Texas Cooperative Extension experts.

September 07, 2006
Within Limits, Fish Can Be Safe Part of Most Balanced Diets 
COLLEGE STATION – Fish is brain food, the old saying goes. But eating a lot of fish might not be very smart for some women.

September 06, 2006
Planning Ahead Can Save Home From Wildfires 
COLLEGE STATION – In spite of recent rains in some parts of Texas, the drought isn't going away any time soon, said a Texas Cooperative Extension specialist. And with drought comes the increased risk of wildfires.

September 01, 2006
College Doors Opening for Thousands of Rio Grande Valley Families 
WESLACO – In less than three years, an innovative program of the Texas A&M University System has reached thousands of low-income parents in the Rio Grande Valley who want their children to go to college.

September 01, 2006
Texas Cooperative Extension Encourages Citizens to be Prepared 
AMARILLO – Texas Cooperative Extension officials will spend September trying to help people statewide focus on being prepared for disaster – whether by natural forces or terrorism.

August 16, 2006
Osteoporosis Can Be Slowed or Prevented 
AMARILLO – An easily broken bone or noticeable decline in height could be signs of osteoporosis, said a Texas Cooperative Extension specialist.

August 14, 2006
Some Dirt Can’t Be Seen: Keep Indoor Air Clean 
COLLEGE STATION – If you've ever spent an entire weekend cleaning the house from top to bottom, but it still seems dirty, the problem may not be in your imagination. The problem may be in the air.

August 01, 2006
Do Homework When Shopping for Homeowners Insurance 
COLLEGE STATION – Natural disasters don't necessarily end when the rain stops and the sky turns blue. In fact, said a Texas Cooperative Extension specialist, the financial effects of a natural disaster can reverberate for a long time.

July 28, 2006
Tax-Free Weekend Can Be a Money-Saver ... Or Not 
COLLEGE STATION – The state's eighth annual sales tax holiday is scheduled for Aug. 4-6.

July 20, 2006
Know Your Numbers: Tracking Medical Lab Results 
COLLEGE STATION – So you've decided to take better care of yourself and have been to the doctor for a check-up. You've been prodded, poked, weighed and measured. Routine lab tests have been done and the results are in.

July 11, 2006
Congestive Heart Failure is Treatable 
AMARILLO – Congestive heart failure sounds fatal, but is actually a treatable condition, according to a Texas Cooperative Extension specialist.

July 03, 2006
Standing on Your Own: Help Prevent Osteoporosis 
COLLEGE STATION – Millions of people are suffering from a debilitating medical condition, and millions more could be at risk, said Texas Cooperative Extension experts.

June 26, 2006
Enjoy Your Trip: Don’t Take ‘Rage’ on the Road 
COLLEGE STATION – Now that summer travel season is here, experts from Texas Cooperative Extension urge drivers to watch out for a danger that's becoming more common every year.

June 20, 2006
Families Reminded to Include Pets in Family Evacuation Plan 
HOUSTON— As Gulf Coast residents brace for what weather experts are forecasting as another busy hurricane season, a Texas Cooperative Extension expert said every family should have an evacuation plan that includes the family pet.

June 14, 2006
Properly Working Thyroid Necessary for Health 
AMARILLO – About 27 million Americans have overactive or underactive thyroid glands, said Andrew B. Crocker, Extension gerontology health specialist. More than half of those are undiagnosed.

June 12, 2006
New Residents Learn Flavor of United States Food Culture 
HOUSTON – From supermarkets to fast food restaurants, food culture in the United States is unfamiliar to new residents, said Kim Bui, Texas Cooperative Extension assistant with the Better Living for Texans program in Harris County.

June 09, 2006
Going Phishing: Scams Angle for Personal Information 
COLLEGE STATION – The e-mails look official. They have logos and seem to be from such institutions as Amazon, PayPal, CitiBank, Wells Fargo and even the Internal Revenue Service. The message says something is wrong with your account and you need to update your personal information.

June 07, 2006
When Disaster Strikes, Diabetics Are at Special Risk 
COLLEGE STATION – Disasters – weather-related or otherwise – can happen any time and can affect anyone, even babies, older adults and those with special needs, such as diabetes, said Texas Cooperative Extension experts.

June 06, 2006
Step One: Make Exercise Part of Your Daily Routine 
COLLEGE STATION – You've heard the old saying: The longest journey begins with a single step.

June 05, 2006
Disaster Aftermath: What Do We Tell the Children? 
COLLEGE STATION – Hurricane season in the Atlantic basin began on June 1, while memories of last year's destructive storms are still fresh. Weather experts with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration have predicted another active season.

May 17, 2006
Peterson Elected President of National Rural Mental Health Organization 
COLLEGE STATION – Dr. Rick Peterson, assistant professor and Texas Cooperative Extension parenting specialist, has been elected president of the National Association for Rural Mental Health.

May 16, 2006
Blood Pressure Doesn’t Have to Climb With Age 
AMARILLO – More than half of Americans over age 60 have high blood pressure, but that does not mean it is part of normal aging, according to a Texas Cooperative Extension specialist.

May 15, 2006
Help Prevent Highway Hazard: Get Enough Sleep Before Getting Behind the Wheel 
COLLEGE STATION – Drinking and driving can be a lethal combination. But so can driving while drowsy, said a Texas Cooperative Extension expert.

May 10, 2006
Online Bill-Paying: Easy, Quick, Convenient ... if Done Right 
COLLEGE STATION – You've seen the commercials: A woman pays all her bills at once, online, in the time it takes for her bathtub to fill; another woman pays a pile of bills online while her microwave popcorn pops and doesn't burn a kernel.

May 01, 2006
Pickup Trucks Rock! But They Also Roll: Buckle Up For Safety 
COLLEGE STATION – Cowboys don't always ride horses anymore, but many of them drive pickups.

April 12, 2006
Springtime Becomes Electric: Protect Appliances During Storms 
COLLEGE STATION - Remember those April showers that bring May flowers? Some of that springtime moisture comes in raging storms complete with thunder, lightning and hail, said a Texas Cooperative Extension expert.

April 10, 2006
Alcohol Abuse Not Just a Younger Generation Problem 
AMARILLO - Underage drinking is a large problem in America and much effort is focused on its prevention, said a Texas Cooperative Extension specialist. However, older adults may be at a higher risk for alcohol abuse.

April 07, 2006
Agricultural Waste Pesticide Collections Planned for April, May 
AUSTIN – Five Agricultural Waste Pesticide Collections are scheduled for April and May in central and southern Texas. These cleanup events are free to participants. Each cleanup will be from 8 a.m. to1 p.m.

April 06, 2006
Golden Rule Applies to Driving Too 
COLLEGE STATION - The Golden Rule – do unto others as you would have them do unto you – seems easily forgotten once the rubber meets the road.

April 04, 2006
Enjoy Spring Safely: Be Aware of Electrical Hazards 
COLLEGE STATION - Spring cleaning and yard work shouldn't have to be fatal.

April 04, 2006
Traffic Safety Includes Pedestrians Too 
COLLEGE STATION - Texans love their vehicles but more and more residents of the Lone Star State are parking their cars and lacing up their walking shoes, said experts from Texas Cooperative Extension.

April 03, 2006
Spring is in Bloom: Can Allergy Season be Far Behind? 
COLLEGE STATION - Spring has arrived. Birds are singing, flowers are blooming, leaves are greening.

March 28, 2006
Financial Literacy Is Necessary Life Skill 
COLLEGE STATION – Remember those three ‘Rs'?

March 20, 2006
Long-term Care Facility Selection Requires Careful Consideration 
AMARILLO – The face of long-term care has changed significantly in recent years and continues to evolve to meet the needs of today's older adults, said a Texas Cooperative Extension specialist.

March 17, 2006
When Dietary Changes Are Just What the Doctor Ordered ... 
COLLEGE STATION – Not all medicine comes in pill form. Sometimes doctor's orders involve a trip to the grocery store and not the pharmacy, said a Texas Cooperative Extension nutrition expert.

March 08, 2006
When Reading Labels, Don’t Stop at Food Items 
COLLEGE STATION – Careful consumers read food labels, but they shouldn't stop there, said a Texas Cooperative Extension expert.

March 06, 2006
Internet Makes Stay-At-Home Shopping Easier ... Or Not 
COLLEGE STATION – Shopping from home is nothing new. For example, the Sears catalogue can trace its roots back to 1888.

February 22, 2006
Healthful Eating Habits Should Start Early 
COLLEGE STATION – Healthful eating habits should start early in life, said Dr. Sharon Robinson, Texas Cooperative Extension nutrition specialist.

February 20, 2006
New Extension Agent Hired for Oldham County 
VEGA – Amy Caballero is crossing the state line to take the position of family and consumer science agent at the Texas Cooperative Extension office in Oldham County.

February 16, 2006
Learn to ‘Take Care of Business’ at Seminar Series 
BIG SPRING – If you've ever dreamed about having your own business and being your own boss – and you want to do more than fantasize – then Big Spring is the place for you, said a Texas Cooperative Extension expert.

February 15, 2006
MEDIA ADVISORY: Celebrate Fort Hood to be Held Feb. 20 
WHO: U.S. Rep. John Carter, Dr. Red Duke, TAMU presenters

February 13, 2006
Reverse Mortgages Call for Careful Consideration 
AMARILLO – Home owners or their heirs could owe a lot of money and have little equity left when a reverse mortgage becomes due and payable, cautioned a Texas Cooperative Extension specialist.

February 09, 2006
‘Just What the Doctor Ordered’ Shouldn’t Always be an Antibiotic 
COLLEGE STATION – Too much of a good thing can cause serious problems, and that includes antibiotics, said Dr. Carol Rice, Texas Cooperative Extension health specialist.

February 08, 2006
Father Plays Critical Family Role, Even if He Doesn’t Always Know Best 
COLLEGE STATION – Does the American father act more like Ward Cleaver or Homer Simpson?

January 30, 2006
Home-Based Child Care a Growing Self-Employment Option 
LUBBOCK – If you've ever fantasized about being self-employed and working from home, an expert from Texas Cooperative Extension offered this suggestion: Consider becoming a home-based child care provider.

January 25, 2006
Finding a Good Dry Cleaner Can Be ‘Pressing’ Issue for Consumers 
LUBBOCK – If you want your dry-clean-only fabrics and garments to last longer, give some thought to which dry cleaner you are going to entrust with them, advised a Texas Cooperative Extension expert.

January 25, 2006
Dry Clean Only Garments Don’t Have to be Frightening 
LUBBOCK – You've found ‘The Perfect Outfit' ... it fits perfectly, it's the right color and it's even on sale. What does the care tag say? Oops, it's dry clean only.

January 19, 2006
March Senior Nutrition Workshop Will Help ‘Feed’ Professional Development 
SAN ANTONIO – A workshop on seniors' nutrition issues will take place March 1 at the Sheraton Gunter Hotel, 205 E. Houston Street, here.

January 18, 2006
Dallas County Gets New Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Agent 
DALLAS – Dallas County residents who participate in Texas Cooperative Extension's "Wellness in the City" program have a new family and consumer sciences agent to assist them.

January 11, 2006
Funeral Planning: An Important Step in Getting Your Affairs in Order 
AMARILLO -- Discussing funeral arrangements in advance may not be the happiest of topics, but it certainly may alleviate some grief and stress, said one Texas Cooperative Extension specialist.

January 09, 2006
Believe it or Not, Some Look Forward to Tax Season 
COLLEGE STATION – Believe it or not, Dr. Joyce Cavanagh of College Station looks forward to tax season every year.

January 06, 2006
Extension Helping Extinguish Wildfire Worries with Information, Assistance 
AUSTIN – Though wildfires have already had a serious impact on the state's urban and rural residents, the situation will remain critical for months to come, even if it rains, a Texas Cooperative Extension expert said.

December 22, 2005
Helmets Give ‘Vital’ Protection to Bicycle Riders 
COLLEGE STATION – Learning to ride a bicycle is more than just child's play, said a Texas Cooperative Extension safety expert.

December 20, 2005
Online Business Scams: Read the Fine Print 
LUBBOCK – The commercials often come on television late at night or early in the morning. Work-at-home business owners with enormous smiles and fancy cars tell how much money they've made, thanks to a Web site that got them launched.

December 13, 2005
F.A.S.T. Action Can Improve Recovery from a Stroke 
AMARILLO – Stroke is the third-leading cause of death in the United States after heart disease and cancer. F.A.S.T. action is important to recover from a stroke, said a Texas Cooperative Extension specialist.

December 12, 2005
This Winter, Protect Computers from Viruses Too 
COLLEGE STATION – While taking steps to keep your family protected from viruses this winter, also take steps to keep your computer safe from electronic ‘viruses.'

December 09, 2005
Holidays are the Time for Sharing, but Not for Sharing Germs 
COLLEGE STATION – Ah, the holiday season ... time for sharing joy and laughter, good food, good friends and good times. Unfortunately, this is also the season for sharing germs, said an expert from Texas Cooperative Extension.

December 09, 2005
Sleep Tight ... and Reduce Risk of Fire Injury in Children 
LUBBOCK – A welcoming fire in the hearth is one thing ... a fire in the house is another. And with the weather getting colder, house fires may be more likely, said an expert from Texas Cooperative Extension.

December 05, 2005
Sleep Tight ... and Reduce Risk of Fire Injury in Children 
LUBBOCK – A welcoming fire in the hearth is one thing ... a fire in the house is another. And with the weather getting colder, house fires may be more likely, said an expert from Texas Cooperative Extension.

November 29, 2005
Care Doesn’t End When There Is No Cure 
AMARILLO – A terminal illness diagnosis may mean the doctor can no longer help the patient, but care doesn't stop just because there is no cure, said a Texas Cooperative Extension specialist.

November 16, 2005
Medicare Part D Prescription Plan, The Rest of the Story 
AMARILLO – Reduced prescription costs are the goal of the new Medicare Part D program. But potential users may need to take some time to figure out how the plan will work best for them, said one Texas Cooperative Extension specialist.

November 10, 2005
Child’s Play: Expensive Toys Not Needed 
COLLEGE STATION – Cooler weather means kids spend less time outdoors and more time indoors being bored, watching television or whining to their parents. But keeping them occupied doesn't have to be stressful, expensive or require electronic equipment, said an expert from Texas Cooperative Extension.

November 07, 2005
MEDIA ADVISORY: Black War Heroes to be Honored at Veterans Day Celebration 
HOUSTON - Buffalo Soldiers and black veterans of World Wars I and II will be honored during the Veterans Cultural Heritage Celebration on Veterans Day.

October 20, 2005
Drive Safely: Don’t Let a Spooky Holiday Turn into a Tragedy 
COLLEGE STATION – For some, ghoulies and ghosties and ‘long-leggety beasties' are festive costumes for Halloween celebrations. But for others "things that go bump in the night" lead to crumpled vehicles and serious injuries.

October 17, 2005
After All These Years, Social Security Still Misunderstood 
AMARILLO -- Social Security is a daily subject in many lives, but it is still misunderstood by countless Americans, said one Texas Cooperative Extension specialist.

October 17, 2005
Who Do You Call When the Wall Caves In? Hiring a Contractor Is Not as Easy as it Looks 
COLLEGE STATION – Suppose your house was damaged by a hurricane.

October 12, 2005
Refinancing May Be More Costly than You Think 
COLLEGE STATION – It sounds almost as good as winning the lottery – reducing your monthly expenses and keeping more of your hard-earned cash for yourself by refinancing your mortgage.

October 10, 2005
10th Annual Parenting Conference set for Nov. 3 in Lubbock 
LUBBOCK – How do I handle my child's eating disorder? Does my family need an investment plan? Is parental control of Internet access really that important? What are the fundamental principles of fatherhood?

October 06, 2005
New Financial Education Program Invites Women to ‘Wi$e Up’ 
COLLEGE STATION – A 29-year-old woman with $20,000 in credit card debt wants to know if she should use some of her 401(k) contribution funds to pay down her debt.

October 05, 2005
Children Now Have Food Guide Pyramid Designed Just for Them 
COLLEGE STATION – Remember the "four basic food groups" of meat and poultry, dairy products, fruits and vegetables, and breads and cereals? That nutrition advice got a facelift a few years ago when it was redesigned as the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Guide Pyramid. Then, earlier this year, that food guide was reissued as MyPyramid.

September 28, 2005
Texas Cooperative Extension Agents Receive National Awards 
PHILADELPHIA – Several Texas Cooperative Extension agents for family and consumers sciences have received awards from the National Extension Associations of Family and Consumer Sciences. They and other national winners received their awards at the organization's annual banquet recently in Philadelphia.

September 28, 2005
Right Cleanup May Keep Mold from Taking Hold 
COLLEGE STATION – Images of the destruction caused by hurricanes Rita and Katrina won't be going away soon. Neither will the mess left behind. But now that the storms have passed, cleanup has started.

September 26, 2005
Good Education Starts With Learning To Read 
COLLEGE STATION – Remember Dick and Jane and Sally? Spot and Puff?

September 19, 2005
Doctor Shopping is an Important Step to Quality Health Care 
AMARILLO – Shopping around for the best price and service is a hallmark characteristic of American consumers, whether it's for a house or car or laundry detergent.

September 13, 2005
Protect Home, Family Against Unseen Danger: Carbon Monoxide 
COLLEGE STATION – Believe it or not, the weather is about to get cooler. That means turning off the air conditioner at home and turning on the heater.

September 05, 2005
Proper Backpack Can Prevent Student’s Aching Back 
COLLEGE STATION – Some children just seem to move slower in the mornings during the school year. But it could be more than just the usual grumbles about school, said Courtney Schoessow, Texas Cooperative Extension program specialist in health education.

September 05, 2005
Experts: Take Anti-aging Skin Care Claims with Grain of Salt 
COLLEGE STATION – The labels are laced with words only a chemist can understand. The commercials often feature women who don't look much older than 35.

September 02, 2005
Be Prepared: Disasters Can Strike Any Time 
COLLEGE STATION – Disaster can strike at any place, any time, to anybody. One look at television news coverage of the recent upheaval caused by Hurricane Katrina proves that.

September 01, 2005
Reverse Mortgage: Putting Your Money Where Your Home Is 
COLLEGE STATION - A reverse mortgage is a series of payments made to the homeowner against the value of his or her home. Basically, a reverse mortgage pays the homeowner money based on the value of the home, said an expert from Texas Cooperative Extension.

August 29, 2005
Doctor Visits Made More Effective With Advance List 
AMARILLO – Making a list of questions and checking it twice is the best way to get the most out of a doctor's visit, a Texas Cooperative Extension specialist said.

August 18, 2005
Addition, Subtraction Are Keys to Financial Future 
COLLEGE STATION – For college students and other young adults just starting out, keeping track of personal finances can seem overwhelming, said a Texas Cooperative Extension expert. But basic mathematics plus a little common sense can go a long way toward keeping finances in line.

August 18, 2005
Financial Literacy Coalition Counting on New Volunteers 
AUSTIN – For many people in Austin and surrounding areas, basic money management just doesn't add up. That's why the Financial Literacy Coalition of Central Texas is looking for volunteers and "host agencies" to support its ongoing and upcoming financial education activities.

August 16, 2005
Expert: Traditional Financial Institutions Provide Online Services Too 
COLLEGE STATION – If the number of television commercials is any indication, online lending must be a booming business. These direct-to-the-customer agencies are advertised as less complicated to deal with and easier to contact than traditional financial institutions.

August 10, 2005
Flying Senior Citizens Can Cut Down Screening Anxiety 
AMARILLO – Although millions of people pass through metal detectors at the nation's airports every day, many of those being screened seem to be senior citizens, a Texas Cooperative Extension expert said.

August 04, 2005
Ways to Grow Good Kids Sprout from Children’s Literature 
COLLEGE STATION – Long before Jack cast some bean seeds and scaled the resulting stalk into the heavens, children's books have sprouted imagination while planting positive thoughts.

August 01, 2005
When Buying a Home, Know the Vocabulary 
COLLEGE STATION – Home-buying is a complicated business. Not only does it require a lot of time, money and form-signing, but also learning a new vocabulary, said an expert from Texas Cooperative Extension.

July 25, 2005
Got a Job Interview? Prepare, and Dress, for Success 
COLLEGE STATION – You've got the degree ... you've got the training ... you've got the drive.

July 25, 2005
Boggs Hired as New Extension Agent for Ochiltree County 
PERRYTON – Tasha Boggs plans to keep the established programs moving in the right direction when she assumes her new position as the Family and Consumer Sciences agent for Texas Cooperative Extension in Ochiltree County.

July 01, 2005
‘Plan Before You Party' to Keep Summer Safer 
COLLEGE STATION – Summer's here ... can there be any doubt? The temperature is soaring, vacationers are packing, schools are closed and summer party season is in full swing.

June 23, 2005
‘Comenzando Bien’ Good Start for Prenatal Care, Nutrition 
SAN ANTONIO – Three local agencies have joined forces to provide free prenatal and basic nutrition education and information to expectant mothers.

June 22, 2005
Mason, Menard Counties Gain New Extension Agent 
MASON – Jill Marie Cochran will become the new Texas Cooperative Extension agent for family and consumer sciences in Mason and Menard counties on July 1. The announcement was made by Jerry Bearden and Richard Cordes, county judges for Mason and Menard counties respectively, and Scott Durham, Extension district administrator at San Angelo.

June 21, 2005
Planning Ahead Can Keep Homeowner’s Dream from Turning into Nightmare 
AMARILLO – Owning a home is part of the American dream. However, as Americans age, their dream homes may need changes too, one Texas Cooperative Extension specialist said.

June 17, 2005
Hall, Briscoe Counties Hire New Extension Family-Consumer Science Agent 
SILVERTON – Micah Karber is finding herself doing double duty these days.

June 14, 2005
Leave ‘Vroom’ for Motorcycle Safety 
COLLEGE STATION – The time: about 5 p.m. on a weekday. Traffic is beginning to build up as people head for home.

June 06, 2005
Insects Bugging You? Know Which Repellent to Choose 
COLLEGE STATION – Summer can be full of pleasant sounds – birds chirping, lawnmowers whirring, children playing.

May 30, 2005
Beginning June 1, Free Credit Reports Available in Southern States 
COLLEGE STATION – Late last year a nationwide process of offering consumers free copies of their credit reports got under way. Texans get their turn starting June 1, said Nancy Granovsky, Texas Cooperative Extension family economics specialist.

May 09, 2005
ABCrocker 
AMARILLO – Everyone knows children need their sleep. But so do adults.

May 06, 2005
Teen Parents in Katy Take Charge of Personal Finances 
KATY — Becoming a parent in high school is challenging on many levels. Managing personal finances is one area teen parents may overlook while trying to address a number of other worries.

May 04, 2005
Children’s Literature Can Turn Reading into Family Time 
COLLEGE STATION – What do knights, siblings, dragons, sports, teachers, friends, school and far-off lands have in common? All can be found in the pages of children's books.

April 29, 2005
Drive a pickup? Buckle up! 
COLLEGE STATION - A cowboy on horseback is the traditional image of a Texan.

April 26, 2005
Social Security 101: Retirement income program explained 
COLLEGE STATION - Like mom, baseball and apple pie, Social Security has been a fact of American life for about 70 years. And as with the other three, the internal workings of Social Security can be a little difficult to understand.

April 19, 2005
For Fast Food at Home, Try a Slow Cooker 
COLLEGE STATION - Picture this: You've just spent all day working hard. Quitting time comes and you head home. When you pull into the driveway, you catch the aroma of home cooking ... something warm and comforting and delicious. The lovely fragrance is coming from your house. You don't have to get off work only to go home and start cooking – dinner is ready and waiting for you.

April 07, 2005
For Better Health, Put One Over the Plate 
COLLEGE STATION – To eat a more healthful diet, start at the bottom – of the plate.

March 28, 2005
Financial Workshop to Help Money Management Add Up for Travis County Youths 
AUSTIN – April is Financial Literacy for Youth Month. To help educate young people about managing money, the Financial Literacy Coalition of Central Texas will present a "Welcome to the Real World!" financial workshop to 22 low-income students at American Youthworks Charter School here.

March 24, 2005
Pre-planning and Communication Concerning Life-and-Death Issues Can Ease Heartaches 
AMARILLO – The public attention to Terri Schiavo's case underscores the necessity of making personal life-or-death decisions before the unexpected happens.

March 23, 2005
Confused by Insurance Offers by Mail? Read the Fine Print 
COLLEGE STATION – Here's a little quiz:

March 22, 2005
Expert Tells How to Protect Yourself from Identity Theft 
COLLEGE STATION – The news is full of horror stories about identify theft, but few give specific steps on how to protect yourself.

March 17, 2005
April 9 Family Extravaganza Will Have Something for Everyone 
SAN ANTONIO – Texas Cooperative Extension offices in Bexar County and the East Central Independent School District will sponsor a free "Families Are Forever Extravaganza" from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on April 9 here. The extravaganza, a family education fair and conference, will be at Highland Forest Elementary, 3736 S.E. Military Dr.

March 15, 2005
Rice Named Program Leader for Family Development and Resource Management 
COLLEGE STATION – Dr. Carol Rice, Texas Cooperative Extension health specialist, has been named the new program leader for Family Development and Resource Management. She began her new duties on March 1.

March 15, 2005
Young Adults Need to Consider Insurance Needs ... Really 
COLLEGE STATION – The bags and boxes are packed and in the car, and the first month's rent is paid on a brand-new apartment. Parents stand misty-eyed on the curb waving good-bye.

March 11, 2005
Diagnosis is First Step in Treating Alzheimer’s Disease 
AMARILLO – More than 4 million Americans have Alzheimer's disease, but few people can tell you much about the devastating illness.

March 07, 2005
Communities Can Work Together to Prevent Underage Alcohol Abuse 
COLLEGE STATION – The good news is, when it comes to rates of underage alcohol use, young Texans are a little bit below the national average.

February 25, 2005
Beathard Wins Texas Dietetic Association Award 
COLLEGE STATION – Ask Karen Beathard what's the best part of her job, and she'll say it's working with the students.

February 17, 2005
Food Choices Can Affect Health In More Ways Than One 
COLLEGE STATION – You've read the stories about improving health through proper nutrition and exercise, and you're all ready to get started. You read about the updated Food Guide Pyramid from the U.S. Department of Agriculture and are determined to use it as your basis for a more healthful diet. You have decided to do everything you can to improve your health.

February 16, 2005
Depression Knows No Age Limit 
AMARILLO – Life is full of changes. But as a person ages, those changes may come more frequently and be harder to face, said an expert from Texas Cooperative Extension.

February 04, 2005
Love Your Kids: Buckle Them Up 
COLLEGE STATION – Sharing candy, flowers, hearts and other symbols of love is the way most Americans celebrate Valentine's Day, Feb. 14.

February 03, 2005
Forget Waltzing ... Walk Across Texas Instead 
COLLEGE STATION – Tired of burning gas and wearing out tires? Try burning calories and wearing out walking shoes instead.

January 28, 2005
More Than Uncomfortable: Cold Weather Can Be Fatal 
AMARILLO – Cold winter weather brings more hazards than icy roads and broken water pipes. Cold can also kill.

January 19, 2005
Extension Can Help Make Money Decisions Less Taxing In 2005 
AUSTIN – Travis County residents who made a New Year's resolution to put their financial house in order can find help through Texas Cooperative Extension.

January 14, 2005
Get Moving! Start New Exercise Program In New Year 
AMARILLO – If the longest journey starts with a single step ... well, so does a physical activity program for the new year. That's the word from Andrew Crocker, Texas Cooperative Extension program specialist in gerontology and health.

January 10, 2005
Put Safety First During New Year 
COLLEGE STATION – Now that the decorations have been taken down, the presents exchanged and the last of the holiday leftovers fed to the dog, it's time to consider making changes in the new year.

January 05, 2005
Paper Or Plastic? Society Becomes More ‘cashless’ 
COLLEGE STATION – In the 1986 movie "Star Trek: The Voyage Home," Capt. James T. Kirk of the 23rd century finds himself in a 20th century pizza restaurant with no way to pay for his pizza and beer.

December 27, 2004
Texas Cooperative Extension Names New Agent For Tom Green County 
SAN ANGELO – Kathlene A. Aycock will become Texas Cooperative Extension's new agent for family and consumer sciences in Tom Green County, effective Jan. 1, 2005. The joint announcement was made by Tom Green County Judge Mike Brown and Scott Durham, District 7 Extension administrator.

December 23, 2004
Jan. 22 Child Care Conference To Address Toddler Tubbiness 
NACOGDOCHES – "Our childhood is what we spend the rest of our lives overcoming," according to writer Amy Bennett.

December 13, 2004
Seasonal Giving? Include Safety On The Family Wish List 
COLLEGE STATION – Got your Christmas shopping done yet? Looking for gifts that are fun, trendy, romantic, fashionable or fattening?

December 08, 2004
Feeling Stuffy? Check Indoor Humidity 
COLLEGE STATION – Do your sinuses feel slightly stuffy after a couple of hours at home? Anybody in the family had a mysterious nose bleed or some unexplained congestion?

December 06, 2004
Holidays Don’t Have To Be Stressful 
COLLEGE STATION – Having a "holly, jolly Christmas" can be one thing; having a sane and calm one can be another.

December 03, 2004
Forgetfulness: Not All Memory Gaps Are Serious 
AMARILLO – What do you do if you find your 83-year-old mother's car keys in the refrigerator?

December 01, 2004
Potential Tragedy Has Happy Ending, Thanks To Child Safety Seat 
COLLEGE STATION – The car trip started as an ordinary weekend trip to the grocery store. But it didn't end that way.

November 29, 2004
Texas Cooperative Extension Names New Agent For Irion / Schleicher Counties 
SAN ANGELO – Roxanne Fentress will become the new Texas Cooperative Extension agent for family and consumer sciences in Schleicher and Irion counties. Scott Durham, District 7 Extension administrator, said her appointment will be effective Jan. 3, 2005.

November 25, 2004
Medicare Offers New Benefits In New Year 
AMARILLO – A classic New Year's resolution is to work on getting healthier. This New Year, maybe Medicare can help.

November 22, 2004
Have Yourself A Safe Little Christmas 
COLLEGE STATION - Decking the halls carelessly can lead to a memorable holiday season but not necessarily for happy reasons. That's why safety should come first during this festive season, said a Texas Cooperative Extension expert.

November 18, 2004
Holidays Can Be Joyful ... And Laden With Stress 
AMARILLO - End-of-the-year holidays and happy families make picture-perfect images for advertising and popular entertainment.

November 15, 2004
Water Conservation Begins At Home 
COLLEGE STATION – It's a blessing when it falls from the sky to replenish the fields and lakes and streams.

November 01, 2004
Nutrition Program Tastefully Preserves Tradition 
SAN ANTONIO - The past never tasted so good. On Nov. 6 and 13, nutrition experts from the Expanded Nutrition Program of Texas Cooperative Extension will show how traditional Mexican foods can be made healthier without sacrificing taste.

October 29, 2004
Keep Well This Winter Even Without Flu Shot 
COLLEGE STATION – Flu shots are in short supply this year.

October 25, 2004
Health Care Discount Cards: Benefit Or Rip Off? 
COLLEGE STATION – As the cost of health insurance goes up, so does the number of people who are uninsured. Current news stories put the total at about 45 million Americans now without health insurance.

October 21, 2004
Changes In Banking Procedures? Check! 
COLLEGE STATION – The "float" is gone.

October 14, 2004
You Never Outgrow Your Need For Good Dental Care 
AMARILLO –A great set of pearly whites is not an unreachable goal, even if some of them were made in a dental lab, said a Texas Cooperative Extension expert.

October 13, 2004
Family Medical History Is Good For Health 
AMARILLO – When preparing for your family's future, don't forget its past.

September 30, 2004
Spoonful Of Sugar? Communication More Likely To Help Medicine Go Down 
AMARILLO – For some older Americans, the high cost of prescription drugs is hazardous to their health, said Andrew B. Crocker of Amarillo, Texas Cooperative Extension program specialist in gerontology and health.

September 21, 2004
Older Drivers: Know When To Give Up The Keys 
AMARILLO – Ike Hughes Jr. didn't want to give up driving.

September 21, 2004
Older Drivers: Know When To Give Up The Keys 
AMARILLO – Ike Hughes Jr. didn't want to give up driving.

September 09, 2004
Getting Shots: Not Just Kid Stuff Any More 
AMARILLO – Shots ... say the word and watch the look of dread come over a child's face.

August 31, 2004
Dads: Be A Hero ... Read To Your Kids 
COLLEGE STATION – Fred Bourland used to read to his kids.

August 30, 2004
Do Homework When Choosing Assisted Living Facility 
AMARILLO – In August, news sources across the country included reports on:

August 27, 2004
Pay Yourself First: Saving For The Future Not Impossible Goal 
COLLEGE STATION – Outsourced jobs, shrinking incomes, growing health care costs, confusing tax laws – money matters are high on the list of issues this election year.

August 20, 2004
Safe Drinking Water For The Future Begins At Home Now 
COLLEGE STATION – Most Americans take clean, fresh water for granted. Every day the 280 million or so who live in this country drink more than 1 billion glasses of water, according to Janie Harris, Texas Cooperative Extension housing and environment specialist.

July 29, 2004
Homeland Safety Starts At Home 
COLLEGE STATION – National safety may be a hot topic during this election year, but keeping the home safe is an on-going goal every year.

July 28, 2004
Kizziar Named Extension Agent In Hemphill County 
CANADIAN – Whitney Kizziar will become the family and consumer sciences agent with Texas Cooperative Extension in Hemphill County, effective Aug. 2.

July 23, 2004
SEW FAIR SHOWS LATEST FASHION , HOME DECOR TRENDS, AUG. 9  
AMARILLO -- The 2004 "It's Sew Easy" fair on Aug. 9 will offer ideas for creating clothing and home decor, according to Sue Church, Texas Cooperative Extension agent for family and consumer sciences in Potter County.

July 14, 2004
Distance Education Teaches Life Skills To Inmates 
DAYTON - It sits on a treeless plain in the middle of Liberty County in East Texas. The landscape is flat and forbidding. The austere buildings of the complex are surrounded by concrete and high wire fencing.

July 12, 2004
Food Manager Training Offered Aug. 18-19 
AMARILLO – Texas restaurants are required by law to have certified food managers. To train these service professionals, Texas Cooperative Extension of Potter, Randall and Armstrong counties will offer a manager certification course called "Food Safety: It's Our Business" on Aug. 18-19.

July 12, 2004
Medigap Helps Fill In Coverage Holes 
AMARILLO – Looking for ways to supplement Medicare coverage? Start with the alphabet, said Andrew B. Crocker, Texas Cooperative Extension gerontology health program specialist based in Amarillo. Not only does Medicare come in Plans A and B, but supplemental coverage – often called MediGap – comes in plans A through J.

July 08, 2004
When It Comes To Consumer Information, Not All Web Sites Are Created Equal 
COLLEGE STATION – Good news for consumers: The Internet is loaded with information that makes taking care of family finances easier than ever.

June 24, 2004
Exercise Can Be Life-Saver 
COLLEGE STATION – You've heard the experts' advice about how exercise, when combined with a healthful diet and other positive lifestyle choices, can help you lose weight, lower cholesterol, firm up muscles, and improve heart and lung health, right?

June 09, 2004
Texas Cares Launches New Web Site To Help Seniors With Drug Info 
AMARILLO – The confusion over the new Medicare discount prescription drug cards just got a little bit clearer, thanks to a new Web site. And older adults with limited computer skills don't have to let that limitation stand in their way, said Andrew B. Crocker of Amarillo, Texas Cooperative Extension program specialist in gerontology health.

June 03, 2004
For Great Summer, Keep Safety In Mind 
COLLEGE STATION – School's out and kids just want to have summer fun.

June 01, 2004
Gurley Named County Extension Agent For Shelby County 
CENTER – Claudann M. Gurley has been named Texas Cooperative Extension family and consumer sciences agent for Shelby County.

June 01, 2004
Bishop Named Extension Agent In Donley County 
CLARENDON – Mary Ruth Bishop of Lubbock will become the family and consumer sciences agent with Texas Cooperative Extension in Donley County, effective June 2.

May 31, 2004
MEDICARE PRESCRIPTION DRUG CARDS: Temporary Confusion 
AMARILLO – The good news is: The Medicare prescription discount drug plan will start helping recipients on June 1.

May 21, 2004
Saving Money At The Grocery Store Possible 
COLLEGE STATION – Saving money at the grocery store is important. But saving on the grocery bill won't do much good if the food isn't eaten.

May 14, 2004
Xit Trail Of Sales Promotes Rural Tourism, June 5 
DALHART – Bargain hunters will be able to drive a little to save a bundle, say organizers of the first "XIT Trail of Sales," slated for June 5.

May 11, 2004
Walk Across Texas ... And Never Leave The Neighborhood 
COLLEGE STATION – Feb. 28: What in the world am I doing here, out at 10 a.m. on a slightly blustery Saturday morning with a group of maybe 100 strangers?

May 05, 2004
Simple Act Of Drinking Water Can Save Lives 
COLLEGE STATION – It's free, it's plentiful, it's easy to find, it's satisfying, it tastes good ... and it can be a life saver.

May 04, 2004
Feed The Family Without Breaking The Bank 
COLLEGE STATION – For consumers, the news isn't good, and it's even going national. Recent news items on CNN reported at least one large corporation plans to increase prices on many of its food products, to take effect this summer.

May 03, 2004
The Water You Save May Be Your Own 
COLLEGE STATION – Little kids ask for a last drink of water before going to bed. Food is boiled or simmered or stewed. Clothes and dishes are washed several times a day. Sprinkler systems come on automatically.

April 29, 2004
Extension Program To Help Busy Adults "Fit In" Exercise 
TYLER – Low-carb versus low fat; the Palm Beach diet versus The Zone. There's a lot diet plans out there preaching different philosophies of losing weight, but there's one weight-loss method everyone agrees on -- exercise – says a regional program director with Texas Cooperative Extension.

April 23, 2004
Master Sewing Volunteers: 'Sewing Is Therapeutic,something You Can Pass On To Children' 
SAN ANTONIO - A group of volunteers are out to see that sewing doesn't become a lost art.

April 08, 2004
East Texas Blt Reaches 14,000 During First Quarter 
OVERTON – In the first three months of this year, Better Living for Texans reached more than 9,000 East Texas residents through group meetings and nearly 5,000 through individual contacts, according to Andrali Jewett, program manager.

April 08, 2004
Bui Named Harris County’s New Blt Assistant 
HOUSTON -- Kim Bui has joined Texas Cooperative Extension's Harris County faculty as the new Better Living for Texans assistant.

April 02, 2004
Health Fair: Have Fun While Learning Healthy Habits 
CORPUS CHRISTI – By the time the doors opened at 9 a.m., lines were forming at the doors and most available parking spaces outside were filled. Under the watchful eyes of parents and teachers, children were swirling around in excited groups and clumps, getting ready to have some Saturday morning fun.

March 31, 2004
New Study Raises Questions About Credit Counseling 
COLLEGE STATION – Despite all the money problems solved on all those television commercials, some credit counseling services don't always deliver, said Nancy Granovsky, Texas Cooperative Extension family economics specialist.

March 30, 2004
Consumer Financial Crisis: Non-Business Bankruptcies Increasing 
COLLEGE STATION – The numbers don't look good.

March 29, 2004
Urban Legends: Don’t Believe Everything You Read In E-Mail 
COLLEGE STATION – What do shampoo, bottled water, plastic water bottles, artificial sweetener and sun screen have in common?

March 25, 2004
Food Consultant Shares Extension Food Safety Information With Local Consultants 
HOUSTON - Gloria Wilkins listened to her mother's advice: Eat right, wash your hands before cooking. In fact, she left a good job in the oil industry because of it.

March 24, 2004
Cleaner Indoor Air Possible, But Fancy Equipment Not Always Needed 
COLLEGE STATION – From here to Timbuktu, one thing everybody can agree on is the necessity of clean air.

March 23, 2004
Caregiver Of The Year To Be Named 
BRYAN – Some heroes never make the news.

March 03, 2004
Medicare Changes Explained 
AMARILLO – If Medicare coverage weren't already confusing enough, new legislation passed last year to upgrade the program has many recipients scratching their heads. But not to worry, said Andrew Crocker, Texas Cooperative Extension gerontology health specialist. Clarification is just a click away, thanks to the World WideWeb.

February 27, 2004
'Parenting Along The Border' Is Teaching Parents How To Succeed 
EL PASO – Let's face it: being a parent is hard! And while parenting skills are learned, they are usually learned on the job. But there's help. The "Parenting Along the Border" program was designed to give both mothers and fathers the tools they need to face the challenge with kindness, respect, dignity and confidence.

February 23, 2004
Parents Teach Children Healthy Living Habits 
COLLEGE STATION – Your children are watching you. Your actions are speaking to them louder than your words ever will, said Dr. Steve Green, Texas Cooperative Extension child development specialist. And when it comes to developing healthy habits, parents influence their children more than anyone else.

February 18, 2004
Children’s Nutrition Expo Coming To Houston’s Children’s Museum 
HOUSTON – In celebration of National Nutrition Month, four volunteer organizations will present the free Children's Nutrition Expo, on Feb. 28 at Houston's Children's Museum, 1500 Binz.

February 10, 2004
Adults Can Help Children Overcome Obesity 
COLLEGE STATION – Childhood obesity is no laughing matter. "Supersize portions are leading to supersize kids and supersize health problems," said Dr. Debra Reed, Texas Cooperative Extension nutrition specialist. "According to the 1999-2000 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 15 percent of children and adolescents from 6 to 19 years old are overweight," she said. "This represents a nearly three-fold increase since the 1960s."

February 09, 2004
Medicinal Herbs: Take With Grain Of Salt 
WACO – When it comes to herbal remedies, a spoonful of information may help the medicine go down – or not.

February 06, 2004
Homegrown Herbs Add Zest To Recipes 
WACO – Deep in the heart of Texas lives a legend. She doesn't ride the range or drill for oil, but ask her anything about herbs and she knows the answer.

January 30, 2004
Child Care Conference Improving Professional Skills 
WALLER – Interest in quality child care is driven by an increase in number of two income families, with neither parent at home full-time. However, child care providers are sometimes cast in a negative light, and parents need the security that the professionals watching over their children are not just licensed, but are actually trained and qualified.

January 27, 2004
Non-Smokers Harmed By Secondhand Smoke 
COLLEGE STATION – Offices, restaurants, government agencies and public buildings all have one thing in common – most of them are non-smoking zones.

January 23, 2004
Tax Time Again! Tips Make It More Painless 
COLLEGE STATION – As if January wasn't painful enough, what with having to recover from the annual holiday season gastronomical overload, it's also the beginning of tax time.

January 23, 2004
Some Taxpayers Qualify For Earned Income Credit: Do You? 
COLLEGE STATION – Weather and taxes – everybody complains about them. But unlike the weather, some tax burdens can be eased a little for taxpayers who qualify for Earned Income Credit.

January 15, 2004
County Agent Sews It Up For Girls’ Softball Team 
BRYAN – For 10 of her almost-16 years, Ana-Lisa Fonseca has played on girls' softball teams. And during all those games, her mother, Alma Fonseca, has been in the stands cheering.

December 25, 2003
New Year'S Resolution: Get In Better Fiscal Shape 
COLLEGE STATION – While you're resolving to lose weight, quit smoking and exercise more this year, give some thought to getting into a little better fiscal shape too.

December 18, 2003
Carbon Monoxide Can Be Deadly Winter Visitor 
COLLEGE STATION - Like a monster in a horror film, this silent and invisible killer can strike down whole families while they sleep.

December 11, 2003
Last Minute Tax Tips Can Save Money Before Dec. 31 
COLLEGE STATION – Santa Claus may be coming to town, but shortly afterward, so is the tax man. Dr. Joyce Cavanagh, Texas Cooperative Extension family economics specialist, said taxpayers still have time to give themselves a last-minute tax break before the end of the year.

December 03, 2003
Traditional South Texas Christmas Events, Aggie Night Slated Dec. 10 
WESLACO -- A festive day featuring Christmas traditions of South Texas and an evening of information for Lower Rio Grande Valley parents interested in sending their children to Texas A&M University are offered to the public Dec. 10 at the Texas A&M University System Agricultural Research and Extension Center, FM 1015 and Business Highway 83 in Weslaco.

December 02, 2003
Grandparents As Parents: Texas Ranks Second 
SHERMAN – Fifteen years ago, with their youngest just out of college, Dorothy Perkins and her husband were enjoying their empty nest. They had become used to not having kids around. Mrs. Perkins also cared for her 89-year-old father, who lived about 90 miles away.

November 21, 2003
Keep Safety In Mind When Shopping For Toys 
COLLEGE STATION – They're making lists ... checking them twice ... revising and updating and marking out and adding on. This time of year the No. 1 thought on many children's minds is: What toys do I want for Christmas? Seasonal wish lists are one of the joys of childhood. But one of the responsibilities of adulthood is keeping children's safety in mind, even when shopping for toys.

November 21, 2003
Give Gift Of Safety This Holiday Season 
COLLEGE STATION – Fun, festivities, family and friends – as the year winds down, the holiday season revs up.

November 17, 2003
T-Teem Makes A Difference For Kids, Families In Starr County 
RIO GRANDE CITY – They meet once a week, this group of 8- to 12-year-olds from Starr County. Like other kids their ages, they giggle together, form friendships, do projects and just in general have a good time.

November 13, 2003
Cooperative Adult Intervention Can Halt Bullying 
LUBBOCK – It is a situation that every parent dreads. Your child is being bullied, or worse yet, your child may be the bully. What to do?

November 03, 2003
T-Teem Program Makes A Difference For Young Texans, Families 
COLLEGE STATION – If you give a man a fish, you feed him for a day; if you teach him how to fish, you feed him for a lifetime.

October 30, 2003
Low Blood Sugar Is Concern Too 
COLLEGE STATION – What goes up must come down – that old statement isn't necessarily true for everything, but people with insulin-dependent diabetes need to keep it especially in mind.

October 21, 2003
Safety Should Be Ingredient In Medications 
AMARILLO – Pharmaceutical companies are researching new medications all the time. But one ingredient should always be included in every bottle of pills: safety.

October 16, 2003
Why Do Good Kids Do Bad Things? Experts Offer Some Answers 
HOUSTON – Why do good kids do bad things? More that 180 youth services professionals, parents and community leaders on Wednesday wrestled with the question, seeking not only answers but also ways to prevent good kids from getting into trouble from the start.

October 16, 2003
Cory Edwards Named To Extension Post In Hall County 
MEMPHIS -- Cory Edwards began her new position as family and consumer science agent with Texas Cooperative Extension effective Oct. 1. Edwards also holds the same position in Briscoe County, where she has served for more than two years.

October 10, 2003
Celebrity Chefs To Demonstrate Fast But Healthy Meal Preparation Oct. 14 
HOUSTON -- One common issue for dieters is that they want to eat healthy, but learning how to prepare quick meals is often a challenge, since healthy eating calls for cooking methods that take longer, such as boiling, steaming, broiling and others.

October 10, 2003
Conquering Obesity Is Community Effort 
COLLEGE STATION – Like the weather, the topic of overweight in children is a hot topic of conversation these days.

September 30, 2003
Good Dental Care: Something To Sink Your Teeth Into 
COLLEGE STATION – Good dental care is something to sink your teeth into. And you're never too young to start. According to the American Dental Association, children need strong, healthy teeth in order to chew properly, speak clearly and give shape to their faces.

September 30, 2003
Church Fills Extension Agent Position In Potter County 
AMARILLO -- Sue Church has been appointed to the Texas Cooperative Extension family and consumer science agent position in Potter County.

September 24, 2003
Nolan County Names New Texas Cooperative Extension Agent 
SWEETWATER – LynnAnn Duniven became the new Texas Cooperative Extension agent for family and consumer sciences in Nolan County on Sept. 15.

September 19, 2003
Changes To The Food Guide Pyramid Planned 
COLLEGE STATION – The Food Guide Pyramid, originally released in 1992 and reassessed in 2000, may be undergoing changes again, and consumers have a chance to participate in the process. The updated Pyramid is expected to be issued in 2005.

September 12, 2003
Epsilon Sigma Phi Announces Award Recipients 
COLLEGE STATION – Alpha Zeta chapter of Epsilon Sigma Phi, a national organization of Cooperative Extension professionals, has announced its state award winners.

September 09, 2003
New Agent Named For Taylor County Extension Slot 
ABILENE -- Judy Gully became Texas Cooperative Extension's family and consumer sciences (FCS) agent for Taylor County effective Sept. 1.

September 09, 2003
Grandparenting Often More Than It Used To Be 
AMARILLO – Raising children is never easy. But when the person doing the raising is an older adult who has already brought up his or her own children and is ready to slow down, it can be even tougher.

September 05, 2003
Families Celebrated With Day, Week 
COLLEGE STATION – Families – everybody has one. And research is showing that families are more important than many think. In fact, families are the first line of defense in preventing substance abuse by teenagers, said Dr. Rick Peterson, Texas Cooperative Extension parenting specialist.

September 04, 2003
Want To See Into The Future? Take Care Of Your Eyes Today 
COLLEGE STATION – The eyes have it! And in order for the eyes to keep it, they need proper care, just like any other part of the body, said Dr. Carol Rice, Texas Cooperative Extension health specialist.

September 02, 2003
Don’t Lose Sleep Over It: Hints For Healthy Sleep 
COLLEGE STATION – Sleep isn't just kid stuff. It's not a luxury or a guilty pleasure or something to be outgrown.

August 28, 2003
You’re Never Too Young To Start Saving Habit 
COLLEGE STATION – Saving money is a life-long habit, and one usually picked up at first within families. Even children as young as 3 or 4 years old can be taught to put coins into a piggy bank, said Dr. Joyce Cavanagh, Texas Cooperative Extension family economics specialist.

August 25, 2003
Older Drivers: Keep Safety First 
AMARILLO – Nothing like the freedom of the open road ... seeing what's on the other side of the hill has always been part of American freedom. But when seeing what's on the other side of the hill involves large vehicles traveling at 70 miles per hour, safety must be factored in – especially when drivers get older.

August 22, 2003
Second Annual Walk Across Texas Kicks Off Sept. 7 In Dallas-Fort Worth 
DALLAS -- Last year's Walk Across Texas issued the challenge: "Could you walk 800 miles across Texas?" and hundreds of people did just that. Now it's time for the second annual Walk Across Texas program to kick-off around the metroplex on Sept. 7.

August 20, 2003
College Savings Plans Have Changed 
COLLEGE STATION – A lot of changes have come out of this year's session of the Texas Legislature, and that includes possible changes as to how Texans save for their children's higher educations.

August 08, 2003
Keep Safety First When Carpooling Kids 
COLLEGE STATION – Sometimes it feels like we live in our cars. Everybody's got to be somewhere – work, school, day care, soccer practice, band camp, scout meetings, football practice, dance class ... the list goes on and on. When the going gets too tough, the answer may be a car pool.

August 04, 2003
Protect Children: Prevent Bullying 
COLLEGE STATION – Remember in the elementary school years, when every class had at least one bully and at least one victim of that bully? Remember how painful and frightening that was, even for students who were not directly involved? Remember how hard – or impossible – it was to tell adults about it?

July 28, 2003
Lifetime Of Learning Starts With Learning To Read 
COLLEGE STATION – Remember what used to be called the three ‘R's – reading, writing and 'rithmetic? Reading is listed first for a reason. Reading is the most basic skill required of any education. Because so much information is distributed through printed words – books, study guides, on-screen computer lessons and other forms of written language – learning to read is the key to learning everything else.

July 24, 2003
Children And Television: Friend Or Foe? 
COLLEGE STATION – For the past 50 years or so, televisions have been part of the decor in most American homes. Television brings viewers entertainment and education, as well as information about the world beyond the community.

July 23, 2003
To Carb Or Not To Carb: That’s The Real Question 
COLLEGE STATION – High protein with low carbohydrate? High carbohydrates with low protein? Low fat? No fat? No sugar, salt or white flour? Vegetarian?

July 23, 2003
Sales Tax Holiday Can Be Money-Saver 
COLLEGE STATION – Christmas doesn't really come in August, but some Texas shoppers might feel that way.

July 22, 2003
Summer Safety Tips Good All Year 
COLLEGE STATION – Safety knows no season, said Dr. Carol Rice, Texas Cooperative Extension health specialist. And even though the summer is half-way over already, "the National Safe Kids Campaign reminds parents and care givers not to take a vacation from safety," Rice said. "Close supervision, proper protective products and other simple prevention practices can go a long way in keeping children safe this summer."

July 08, 2003
‘safety First’ Applies To Older Adults Too 
COLLEGE STATION – Putting "safety first" isn't just kid stuff. Older adults need to keep personal safety firmly in mind too, said Dr. Judy Warren, Texas Cooperative Extension gerontology specialist.

July 07, 2003
Scams Target Older Adults 
COLLEGE STATION – No matter how hard you work for your money, or how carefully you save it, there's always somebody out there scheming to separate you from it.

July 03, 2003
Hypertension Outreach Conference Set In Houston Aug. 13-14 
HOUSTON – The Project HOPE Conference, which seeks to use resources of faith-based communities and educational organizations to promote optimal health, will be held here Aug. 13-14.

June 26, 2003
Texas Cooperative Extension Hosts A Seminar On Childhood Obesity On July 15 
DALLAS -- Texas Cooperative Extension will host 'Wellness in Texas', a program to address the issues of childhood obesity, on July 15.

June 25, 2003
Keep In Touch: Know Your Nails 
COLLEGE STATION – They are more than just fashion accessories.

June 25, 2003
Good Skin Health: Here’s The Skinny 
COLLEGE STATION – Weighing in somewhere around 8 pounds, it's the largest organ in the human body, according to the American Medical Association.

June 06, 2003
"Helmets For Kids" Event Brings Neighbors Together 
LOCKHART – Take one community issue. Stir in one good idea and add a committee with a dedicated chairman and concerned members from different agencies. Blend in some local and area support, focused fund-raising efforts and a beautiful late-spring day. The result is a community service project as successful as the May 17 "Helmets for Kids" safety rodeo in Lockhart.

May 26, 2003
Mold Recurrence A Growing Problem In Rio Grande Valley Homes 
WESLACO -- He's seen it too many times: contractors who do a poor job of removing mold from homes. Instead of properly removing it, some even paint over the mold to mask it.

May 26, 2003
Walking Fair To Kick Off Walk Across Texas In San Antonio 
SAN ANTONIO-A Walking Fair on June 3 at McArthur Park will kick off Walk Across Texas, an eight-week Texas Cooperative Extension health program where teams of eight compete to see who can log the most miles--walking, jogging, or biking.

May 21, 2003
U.s. Beef Supply Continues To Be Safe Food Source 
COLLEGE STATION – Continuous surveillance efforts throughout the beef industry has provided assurance that U.S. beef is safe and a nutritious food source, Texas Cooperative Extension officials said Wednesday.

May 21, 2003
Good Communication More Important Than Words Can Say 
COLLEGE STATION – "Do as I say, not as I do" has never been effective parenting – especially since non-verbal communication is just as important as verbal, said Dr. Steve Green, Texas Cooperative Extension child development specialist.

May 20, 2003
Successful Aging Depends On Quality Of Life, Not Just Years Lived 
COLLEGE STATION--What does a person's 'age' really mean? Yes, it does count the number of years lived, but as Americans continue to live longer, we need to watch how well we are living and how successfully we are aging, according to Andy Crocker, gerontology health specialist with Texas Cooperative Extension.

May 19, 2003
Parenting In The Metroplex Master Volunteer Program To Begin In Dallas County In June 
DALLAS -- In June, Texas Cooperative Extension in Dallas County will offer Parenting In The Metroplex Master Volunteer training to individuals interested in community service.

May 08, 2003
Sewing 101: Start With Needle And Thread 
COLLEGE STATION – It's ‘sew' easy!

May 05, 2003
Spring Is The Time For Flowers, Birds ... And Elbow Grease 
COLLEGE STATION – Don't just sit there! It's time for that annual rite known as spring cleaning. Isn't it?

May 02, 2003
Diabetes In Children Is Growing Problem 
COLLEGE STATION – As if parents didn't have enough to worry about – concerns about the numbers of children developing type 2 diabetes are growing, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

April 30, 2003
Spring Blossoms Can Mean Runny Noses, Watering Eyes 
COLLEGE STATION – Ah, spring ... birds are singing, trees are leafing out, grass is growing, flowers are blooming ... noses are running, eyes are watering, sneezes are echoing ...

April 28, 2003
Keep Tabs On Personal Credit Report Too 
COLLEGE STATION – Routine maintenance is a part of life. You get your car tuned up and its oil changed on a regular basis; the smoke detector's batteries are replaced once a year; visits to the doctor and dentist are part of a regular health routine.

April 16, 2003
Crocker Named Extension Gerontology Health Specialist 
AMARILLO - Andrew Crocker has been named gerontology health program specialist by Texas Cooperative Extension, according to Dr. Judith Warren, family development and resource management program administrator in College Station.

April 14, 2003
Stress: Try Not To Worry About It 
COLLEGE STATION – No matter how you feel about the war in Iraq or the current budget crisis or the marchers in the streets, most likely you'll agree the levels of stress in your life have gone out the roof in the past 19 months.

March 31, 2003
Nominations For Caregiver Of The Year Accepted 
COLLEGE STATION – From the police officers and firefighters who searched, rescued and died on Sept. 11 to the military personnel who are defending our country, heroes are making a difference in the world today.

March 24, 2003
Johnson To Retire From The Expanded Nutrition Program In Tarrant County March 31 
FORT WORTH – Norma Johnson, nutrition education associate for Texas Cooperative Extension's Expanded Nutrition Program in Tarrant County, will retire March 31 after 31 years of service.

March 20, 2003
Use Common Sense To Prepare For Emergencies 
COLLEGE STATION – Forget about duct tape and plastic sheeting. The key to preparing for emergencies is using common sense.

March 18, 2003
Home Based Business: Meeting Requirements 
COLLEGE STATION – Decided to take the plunge into home-based business? Don't get all awash in unexpected obstacles. Know what rules and regulations are required before setting up shop, and your sailing will be smoother.

March 18, 2003
Home-Based Business: Keeping Work In The Office And Out Of The Home 
COLLEGE STATION – For some people, self-employment is a matter of choice. For others, it's a matter of necessity.

March 18, 2003
Home-Based Business: The Money You Save May Be Your Own 
COLLEGE STATION – When it comes to business opportunities, not all plans are created equal. And the budding self-employed entrepreneur needs to be able to recognize when a business opportunity is a real one – and when it's not.

March 18, 2003
Home-Based Business: Are You Ready? 
COLLEGE STATION – The economy doesn't look good. Every day the news is full of stories about more jobs being eliminated, more companies tightening expenses, more employees facing layoffs.

March 04, 2003
Gutierrez Named New Extension Program Specialist 
COLLEGE STATION – Maria Gutierrez began her new duties as program specialist in child health and wellness March 1, announced Dr. Judy Warren, Extension program leader for family development and research management.

February 25, 2003
Poison Prevention Starts At Home 
COLLEGE STATION – Though the possibility of biological and/or chemical warfare is making headlines across the nation, perhaps parents need be more aware of potentially deadly chemicals a little closer to home. Each year since 1961, the third full week in March has been designated National Poison Prevention Week. This year the dates are March 16-22 and the theme is "Children Act Fast ... So Do Poisons!"

February 19, 2003
Estate Planning Seminars Slated Across Texas In March 
COLLEGE STATION – Do you have some hard decisions to make concerning settlement of an estate? Then you are a prime candidate for Texas Cooperative Extension's two-day estate planning seminars slated at four locations in March.

February 19, 2003
Peterson To Join Texas Cooperative Extension 
COLLEGE STATION – Dr. Rick Peterson has accepted the position of assistant professor and Texas Cooperative Extension parenting specialist, announced Dr. Judy Warren, Extension program leader for family development and research management.

February 19, 2003
Cavanagh Accepts Position With Extension 
COLLEGE STATION – Dr. Joyce A. Cavanagh, who served with Texas Cooperative Extension from 1991 to 1999, has returned to the state to accept the position of assistant professor and Extension family economics specialist, announced Dr. Judy Warren, Extension program leader for family development and research management.

February 06, 2003
Small Towns Prosper, One New Business At A Time 
OVERTON -- It started off modestly enough with a phone conversation.

February 05, 2003
Graduate Student Researches Alternative For Soft Drink Industry 
COLLEGE STATION – The soft drink industry commonly uses gum arabic in their flavor emulsions. What would happen if whey proteins were combined with this gum arabic? Would it increase the product's stability and provide a longer shelf life?

February 03, 2003
You Better Shop Around: Plan Clothing Needs Wisely 
COLLEGE STATION – The good news is: Shopping for clothes is fun.

January 28, 2003
Cooking Schools Offered Around DFW Metroplex 
DALLAS - Texas Cooperative Extension in Dallas and Tarrant counties will offer quarterly cooking schools throughout the Metroplex, beginning in February.

January 24, 2003
Are Homemade Cleaning Products Better Than Store-Bought? 
COLLEGE STATION – Do you ever get tired of the fragrance of artificial lemons?

January 23, 2003
Master Volunteer Program To Begin In Dallas County In March 
DALLAS -- In February, Texas Cooperative Extension in Dallas County will offer Master Volunteer training for Wellness In The City, a new educational campaign that encourages families to make healthy choices to improve their quality of life.

January 22, 2003
Operation Ready: Deployment Affects Children Too 
COLLEGE STATION – Military personnel have a lot of preparations to make before being shipped out. And dealing with their gear and job duties may be the easiest part.

January 22, 2003
Operation Ready: Easing The Strain On Family Finances 
COLLEGE STATION – When military personnel are deployed, they and their families face the emotional stress of separation.

January 21, 2003
Valley Volunteers Sew Their Way To Better Lives 
WESLACO -- As a child in Mexico, Maria D. Guerrero's mother often told her never to live the harsh farmworker life her parents were living.

January 17, 2003
Master Clothing Volunteers Set San Antonio Training Feb. 12-14 
SAN ANTONIO -- Texas Cooperative Extension and Master Clothing Volunteers will offer a three-day training course on teaching sewing skills and sewing construction techniques to others on Feb. 12-14.

January 15, 2003
Operation Ready: Preparing For Deployment Ahead Of Time 
COLLEGE STATION – As American military troops are sent overseas, the news is full of pictures of mothers and fathers and parents and children saying goodbye.

January 09, 2003
Clear The Air: Which Air Cleaner To Use? 
COLLEGE STATION – Decisions, decisions ... Clearing the air can take some doing. Especially when the air to be cleared is inside a well-sealed and insulated building.

December 30, 2002
Active Fathering Means Participation In Child's Life 
COLLEGE STATION – A generation or two ago, fathers weren't expected to participate much in their children's upbringing, except to bring home the paycheck.

December 25, 2002
Keep New Year's Healthy Resolutions 
COLLEGE STATION – It's that time again.

December 19, 2002
Smallpox Virus Biologic Characteristics Made Earlier Eradication Possible 
COLLEGE STATION – You've probably seen and read a lot about smallpox in the news lately. But, little is known outside the medical community about how it was eradicated in this country, and the world.

December 19, 2002
Smallpox Vaccination Plans Raise Questions 
COLLEGE STATION – Smallpox, a highly contagious disease which was part of human history for thousands of years, hasn't been a fact of life for about 25 years. But now the threat of smallpox as a weapon of bioterrorism is in the news, and people are concerned. And with good reason.

December 18, 2002
Research Can Lead To Longer Shelf Life For Dairy Products 
COLLEGE STATION – Research done by Texas A&M University graduate student Alexander Lin today may improve many dairy industry consumer products of tomorrow.

December 09, 2002
Annual AmeriCorps Recruitment Drive Under Way In Rio Grande Valley  
WESLACO -- The opportunity to earn money, go to college, gain work experience and help the local community is being offered to high school graduates who want to join AmeriCorps.

December 09, 2002
Is Your Child’s Brain "wired" Correctly? 
LUBBOCK – The boundless energy that children possess and display often makes adults wonder if they can get any more "wired."

December 06, 2002
Square Peg In A Round Hole: Parenting A Child With Special Needs 
LUBBOCK – Cara Speer has earned multiple degrees in social work – a bachelor's degree from Abilene Christian University and a master's degree from the University of Texas at Arlington. She currently is the director of social work at Lubbock Christian University, where she puts all that education to work.

December 05, 2002
Single Parenting: Ups, Downs And Arounds 
LUBBOCK – As an educator and counselor with Lubbock Independent School District, Sara D. Wilson spends a lot of time working with children and families. Not only is she a lead teacher with LISD's Safe and Drug Free Schools organization, but she also serves as a parent educator with Family Connections, also part of the school district. In her professional capacity, she teaches others about substance abuse, violence prevention and life skills, and trains other parent educators.

December 04, 2002
The Seven Wonders Of Being A Teenager 
LUBBOCK – Being a teenager isn't easy – being the parent of one is even harder.

December 03, 2002
Grandparenting Today: A Valuable Place In The Family Structure 
LUBBOCK – "Webster's says ‘grand' is ‘large and impressive in size and scope,' ... ‘dignified or noble in appearance or effect' ... ‘wonderful or very pleasing'," said Betty Dotts.

December 02, 2002
Parenting Conference Draws A Crowd In Lubbock 
LUBBOCK – No prospective employee would ever consider accepting a for-pay position that requires 24-hour shifts, seven days a week, with absolutely no vacation time.

November 26, 2002
Follow Label Care Instructions To Keep Clothes Longer 
COLLEGE STATION -- The end-of-the-year holiday season is here again, and that means it's time to bring out all those glittery seasonal sweaters that got packed away so carefully last January.

November 18, 2002
Protect Family From Dangers Of Carbon Monoxide 
COLLEGE STATION – Leaves are falling, the air is cooler, sweaters are coming out of storage ... autumn has a certain crispness that can't be found any other time of the year.

November 06, 2002
Legumes Are Inexpensive – But Rich – Source Of Nutrition 
COLLEGE STATION – When the weather turns cooler, it's time to put away outdoor grills and bring stockpots out of storage. Fall is the perfect time to cook up a pot of beans – or bean soup, split pea soup, refried beans or any other legume-based dish.

November 05, 2002
Kids And Sports: Play Hard, Play Safe 
COLLEGE STATION – It's a good news/bad news situation: Parents want their children to be active and healthy, and playing sports is one way to do that. But at the same time, kids can – and sometimes do – get injured on the field. And no parent wants to see his or her child in the emergency room.

October 30, 2002
Give To Charities ... But Wisely 
COLLEGE STATION – If you think pleas from charities increase as the calendar moves closer and closer to the end-of-the-year holiday season, you're right. "It is estimated that charitable organizations receive 40 percent of their contributions in the last six to eight weeks of the year," said Nancy Granovsky, Texas Cooperative Extension family economics specialist.

October 25, 2002
Freezing Produce Preserves Taste Of The Seasons 
COLLEGE STATION – Ever get hungry for produce that's out of season? Want to preserve some of that flavor for the times of the year when it's unavailable? Look no further than your home freezer.

October 23, 2002
4-H Celebrates Its 100 Years At The Texas State Fair 
DALLAS – Last year, after numbers were released showing for the first time, more than a million young Texans were involved in 4-H programs, each 4-H'er celebrated being "One in a Million."

October 23, 2002
"Be Holiday Smart" Annual Event Scheduled For Nov. 7 In Dallas 
DALLAS -- Believe it or not, the holiday season is almost here again. Getting ready for the annual festivities can be a challenge.

October 21, 2002
Spendaholics: Control Your Spending Appetite 
COLLEGE STATION – Take this quick financial quiz.

October 17, 2002
San Antonio Walking Conference Set For Oct. 25 
SAN ANTONIO -- Walk Across Texas, San Antonio Style! That's what various local agencies are promoting at a conference scheduled for Friday, Oct. 25, at the Texas Engineering Extension Service building, 600 Hemisfair Plaza, Building 277.

October 16, 2002
Building Strong Families Parenting Conference Set For Nov. 7 In Lubbock 
LUBBOCK – Want to find out what's going on inside your teenager's brain? Need to help your child deal with a bully? Or how about that "birds and the bees" talk...how do I go about it?

October 11, 2002
San Antonio’s Family Alliance Council Sets Oct. 18 Leadership Conference 
SAN ANTONIO -- The Family Alliance Council will hold a one-day conference titled Community Leadership for the Future on Friday, Oct. 18.

October 01, 2002
Family-Friendly Panhandle Pet Expo Set Oct. 5 
AMARILLO -- Families with their pets or anyone thinking about giving a pet a home can plan on spending the day at the third annual Panhandle Pet Expo at the Civic Center on Oct. 5.

September 25, 2002
Silver Threads: Aging, Memory 
COLLEGE STATION - Aging is an adventure: Since no one is getting any younger, perhaps that's the best way to look at it.

September 20, 2002
Buckle Up! But Make Sure It's Done Correctly 
COLLEGE STATION - Texas Cooperative Extension's Rural Passenger Safety four-member team has a busy year scheduled, educating rural residents on how to keep their children safer in moving vehicles.

September 09, 2002
Texas Extension Education Association To Meet Sept. 10-12 
AMARILLO--The Texas Extension Education Association will host its annual convention Sept. 10-12 at the Civic Center. More than 600 members from across the state are expected to participate. Local members from 60 Panhandle clubs within a 21-county area are this year's state meeting hosts.

August 28, 2002
FRED Program Brings Fathers, Children Closer 
COLLEGE STATION - If a journey of 1,000 miles begins with a single step, then the road to improved parent/child relationships can begin with a step as small as reading to a child every day.

August 21, 2002
Walk Across Texas Kick-Off In September Across Metroplex 
DALLAS ? Who can walk 800 miles across Texas? People joining a program called Walk Across Texas may find out. The program is kicking off in various locations around the Metroplex in September.

August 15, 2002
Adult Responsibilities Include (Gulp!) Doing The Laundry 
COLLEGE STATION – Each year thousands of young Americans cross that line from childhood to adulthood. And with this new status comes a host of new responsibilities, including getting a job, paying bills, cooking meals and cleaning up.

August 15, 2002
A Little Knowledge Makes Stain Removal Easier 
COLLEGE STATION – Sooner or later we all have to face it – a favorite item of clothing gets a stain. Does this mean it's unwearable and must be tossed or turned into rags?

August 14, 2002
Minority Farmers, Ranchers Urged To Attend Valley Conference Aug. 21-22 
WESLACO -- Arnoldo Cantu has spent a lifetime helping others, especially those less fortunate than himself.

August 05, 2002
Sewing Fair To 'Sew American' On Aug. 12 In Amarillo 
AMARILLO--"Sew American," this year's Sew Fair theme, will cover an array of creative ideas, sewing techniques and demonstrations featuring a wide variety of textiles, some decidedly red, white and blue.

August 02, 2002
Ten Tips Help Prevent Foodborne Illness 
COLLEGE STATION – No doubt about it, foodborne illnesses can ruin a summer vacation. In fact, foodborne illnesses are better avoided any time of year.

July 30, 2002
Controlling High Blood Pressure Can Prevent Some Illnesses 
COLLEGE STATION – High blood pressure has been called the "silent killer," not because it is deadly in and of itself, but because it can be the underlying cause of serious conditions such as heart attacks, strokes, kidney failure and dementia.

July 12, 2002
Mis-matched Shirts Highlight Sewing Project 
BURNET – Take one enthusiastic Master Sewing Volunteer and a Texas Cooperative Extension family and consumer science agent who is handy with needle and thread. Add some left over fabric from a popular sewing project. Stir in a bit of recycling, a scoop of encouraging others to sew, and a touch of challenge, and the result – at least in Burnet County – is the Mis-Matched Medley Shirt Challenge 2002.

July 09, 2002
Newborns Eligible For Texas Tomorrow Fund 
COLLEGE STATION – Parents of newborns can sleep a little easier – if new parenthood will let them sleep at all – because they can enroll their little ones in the Texas Tomorrow Fund without having to wait for the enrollment period. Participants other than newborns can only sign up during the time set for enrollment.

July 05, 2002
Household Fabrics Need Cleaning After Flood 
COLLEGE STATION – Seems like in Texas, it never rains but it pours. Recent heavy rains in parts of Central Texas and the Hill Country have left thousands of Texas families facing an enormous amount of cleaning up. When it comes to fabrics in the home, necessary clean-up after a flood can take a lot of time. But tips from Dr. Pamela J. Brown, Texas Cooperative Extension consumer sciences specialist, can help.

June 27, 2002
For New Graduates, It’s Payback Time For College Debts 
COLLEGE STATION – The diplomas have been framed, the caps and gowns put away, the luggage has been packed. For thousands of new college graduates, it's time to leave behind the last few shreds of childhood and fully plunge into the workaday world.

June 25, 2002
National Spanish-Language Financial Education Program Launched In Texas By FDIC, Extension 
SAN ANTONIO -- The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) will announce the national launch of a Spanish-language version of its adult financial education curriculum, Money Smart, at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, June 26, in San Antonio at the Hillcrest Workforce Center, 1499 Hillcrest Street.

June 20, 2002
Buying Flood Insurance Makes Good Sense 
COLLEGE STATION – Recent reports of flooding in other parts of the country sent chills into the hearts of many Texas homeowners.

June 12, 2002
Sebesta Wins Health Promotion Award 
WHARTON – Marilyn Sebesta, Texas Cooperative Extension family and consumer science agent in Wharton County, believes in community effort to help improve community health. So in February 2001, she offered a health program called "Smart Heart Food and Fitness Program" in both Wharton and El Campo.

June 11, 2002
Meats’ Color Influences Consumer Buying 
COLLEGE STATION – Imagine this: A photograph of a 2-inch-thick steak, grilled to perfection – medium rare, with just a hint of red still showing in the middle – so tender it can be cut with a fork ...

May 31, 2002
Rural Passenger Safety Team Co-Hosts Event 
BRYAN – The parking lot was full of activity – even though the building was empty – and more cars kept pulling in as concerned parents lined up for expert instruction on the use of child safety seats.

May 24, 2002
Summer Heat Can Ruin Summer Fun 
COLLEGE STATION – Legend has it that Texas only has two seasons – January and summer. This year might prove that since the thermometer cracked the 90-degree mark before the end of April. If this trend continues, summer this year could be an old-fashioned scorcher, and an early one at that.

May 23, 2002
Parents Are Parents, No Matter Where They Are 
McKINNEY – Carrie Brazeal can't stay out of jail. For an hour and a half each Wednesday afternoon, she teaches a parenting class at the Collin County Justice Center just outside McKinney. She's been teaching this weekly class since 1998.

May 23, 2002
Parenting Classes For Prisoners Are Volunteer Endeavor 
McKINNEY – As a Texas Cooperative Extension county agent, Carrie Brazeal has 23 years of experience at teaching others within her community. And as family and consumer science agent in Collin County since 1983, she has taught many parenting classes.

May 15, 2002
Toxic Mold Or Ordinary Mildew? Is It Serious? 
COLLEGE STATION – By now most Texans know their homeowner's insurance is going up, by how much and when. The why is also well known: Most have heard horror stories of how some residents have been driven from their homes by something as common and ordinary as mold. And many are wondering how that can happen.

May 13, 2002
Is It Sibling Rivalry Or Not? 
COLLEGE STATION – "It's mine!"

April 30, 2002
Tanning Not Healthy, No Matter Where The Light Comes From 
COLLEGE STATION – Summer's almost here ... can bathing suit weather be far behind? But before you start working on your tan, consider this: Tanning isn't as healthy as it looks.

April 22, 2002
Master Volunteer Sews Up Service Project 
BURNET – Josie Davis is retired, but she'd never let that slow her down.

April 22, 2002
Quilting Class Teaches More Than One Lesson 
BURNET – Some students look forward to Mondays.

April 19, 2002
Wellness Asthma Summit To Be Held In Dallas On May 10 
DALLAS -- In observation of World Asthma Day, the Wellness Asthma Summit is scheduled for May 10 in Dallas. The event will take place in the Whitehurst Education Building auditorium at Texas A&M Dallas, 17360 Coit Rd.

April 17, 2002
Savings Goals Reached Different Ways 
COLLEGE STATION – Enrongate, Social Security woes, stock market fluctuations – the financial news lately has been confusing, if nothing else.

April 12, 2002
Caregiver Of The Year Award To Be Presented 
BRYAN – The 10th annual Caregivers' Conference is planned for 8 a.m.-5 p.m. May 1 at the Brazos Center, 3232 Briarcrest Dr. in Bryan.

April 11, 2002
Mammogram: To Get Or Not To Get Is The Question 
COLLEGE STATION – Yes? No? Maybe? Health care information changes so fast the average non-medical person has a hard time keeping up. But when an established health care procedure is questioned, confusion really reigns.

April 08, 2002
Reasons For Saving Money Vary 
COLLEGE STATION – Remember that old story about the grasshopper and the ant? The grasshopper did nothing but play and sing, and the ant did nothing but toil and save. The grasshopper thought the ant was dull and boring for never taking the time to have fun; the ant thought the grasshopper was silly and stupid for not planning for his future. Sure enough, when the weather got colder and all playing, singing, toiling and saving stopped, the grasshopper was left out in the cold with nothing and the ant was snug in his planned retirement home.

April 03, 2002
Get The Most From Your Doctor Visits 
COLLEGE STATION – Active participation in their own personal health care is a step toward wellness that too many patients neglect.

April 03, 2002
National Child Passenger Safety Week Marked 
COLLEGE STATION – Members of Texas Cooperative Extension's Rural Passenger Safety Education Team will go to any length to get the word out about child safety seats in automobiles. They proved that recently when they traveled 1,357.5 miles throughout Texas, conducting child safety seat checkup events.

March 26, 2002
Texas Council On Family Relations To Meet 
COLLEGE STATION – The Texas Council on Family Relations will host its annual conference April 4-5 at the LaQuinta Conference Center in Arlington.

March 25, 2002
Parent Education Workshop Slated For April 10 In Dallas 
DALLAS - Texas Cooperative Extension will host a seminar, "Parent Education Workshop: Supporting Families," on April 10 at Texas A&M Dallas, 17360 Coit Road. Registration will begin at 8:15 a.m.

March 21, 2002
Saving Is Life-Long Habit 
COLLEGE STATION – Whether it's dry as dust or frightening, economic news affects everyone. That's why lessening money worries by building a personal savings plan is a habit to get into early in life, said Nancy Granovsky, Texas Cooperative Extension family economics specialist.

March 08, 2002
First-Time Homeowners Conference In Fort Worth March 23 
FORT WORTH - Texas Cooperative Extension in Tarrant County is partnering with local government agencies and businesses to provide first-time homeowners with information they need to buy a home. The one-day trade show is set for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 23 at the Fort Worth Convention Center's East Hall. The conference and parking are free with no pre- registration necessary.

March 06, 2002
Fries Named CFS Agent In Bexar County 
SAN ANTONIO - Elaine Kaye Fries, a 19-year Texas Cooperative Extension veteran, is the new county extension agent for family and consumer science in Bexar County.

February 28, 2002
‘Texas Superstars™’ Chosen As Theme For Quilting Contest 
DALLAS – Wanted: top-notch quilters with an eye for design and a passion for Texas.

February 21, 2002
Severe Weather Awareness Week: Keeping Families Prepared 
COLLEGE STATION – Ah, spring ... birds, flowers, budding trees, green lawns – and thunderstorms, floods, hurricanes and tornadoes. Oops! Time for seasonal weather-related panic?

February 14, 2002
Good Management Practices Can Save Time Too 
COLLEGE STATION – In the whole world, with its infinite diversity of people, places and things – lifestyles, religions, cultures and creeds – the 24 hours in each day could be the only thing we all have in common. No one – no matter how healthy, wealthy or wise – gets more than that.

February 06, 2002
Feb. 16 Houston Child Care Conference Improves Professional Skills 
HOUSTON -- The sixth annual Child Care Conference, set for Feb. 16 at Texas Southern University, will focus on helping child care providers develop the whole child in a clean environment.

February 04, 2002
Income Tax Time Is Here Again: Tips From The Pros 
COLLEGE STATION – The holidays are over; the seasonal celebrations have died down ... and now it's time to think about filling out income tax forms again.

January 30, 2002
Little Things Mean A Lot: Assistive Devices Make Life Easier 
COLLEGE STATION – Little things really do mean a lot – especially for those who are disabled or who have other physical challenges due to health, age or injury.

January 09, 2002
Don't Call Us ... We'll Call You: "No Call Lists" Eliminate Telemarketing Calls 
COLLEGE STATION – You know the drill: The phone rings at a bad time – you're taking a bath or fixing dinner or visiting with guests – but you answer it anyway, only to hear how YOU have been selected for a fantastic new opportunity to buy insurance, a coupon booklet or a "free" trip. The caller doesn't allow you to get a word in; you don't want to be rude enough to just hang up; and whatever it is, you don't want it – especially right now.

January 03, 2002
Conference Stresses Adult Involvement In Youth Education 
LUBBOCK -- All adults who interact daily with children should make a conscious effort to teach and model the core values of good character to the children under their charge.

December 31, 2001
Texas Family Forum Hosts Seminar On Type-2 Diabetes Jan.16 In Dallas, Waco And Temple 
DALLAS - The Texas Family Forum, in conjunction with the Blackland Income Growth Program, will host a seminar called "Watch Out! Don't Let Diabetes Catch Your Children! Prevention of Type-2 Diabetes" scheduled for Jan 16 at Texas A&M Dallas.

December 28, 2001
Master Clothing Volunteers 'Sew' Right 
LUBBOCK - Aileene Williams of Tulia is a whiz with a sewing machine. Give her some fabric, a needle and thread, and there's almost nothing she can't produce. "I started sewing in 4-H when I was about 8," she said.

December 18, 2001
Texas Electric Choice Coming Jan. 1 
COLLEGE STATION – The new year is the traditional time for change, and here's one consumers can look forward to. Beginning Jan. 1, 2002, Texas Electric Choice will give many residential and commercial consumers the option of choosing their own retail electric provider (REP), said Dr. Lynn White, Texas Cooperative Extension family economics specialist.

December 14, 2001
Don't Let Foodborne Illness Spoil Mail-Order Surprise 
COLLEGE STATION – During the holiday season, consumers who want to spread tasty seasonal joy may find catalogue shopping to be a time and energy saver. However, worries about the safety of food items sent by mail can upset many holiday festivities.

December 13, 2001
Celebrating The Holidays With Preschoolers 
COLLEGE STATION – Not only is it more blessed to give than to receive, but when little children are involved, it's more fun too. Watching young children's eyes light up when they take in the wonders of the holiday season and the treasures under the fancy wrapping paper is the best part of the season for many adults.

December 12, 2001
Keep Food Safe During Holiday Entertaining 
COLLEGE STATION – Food and fun, family and friends – what better formula for holiday festivities? To insure pleasant holiday memories, keep food safety in mind, said Dr. Peggy Van Laanen, Texas Cooperative Extension food and nutrition specialist.

December 11, 2001
Recession: How The Economy Affects Consumers 
COLLEGE STATION – The Sept. 11 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon left most Americans with a three major concerns:

December 05, 2001
Ladd Wins National Council On Family Relations Award 
COLLEGE STATION – Dr. Linda Ladd, Texas Cooperative Extension family development specialist, has received the annual Extension Family Life Specialist Award of Excellence for Early Career.

November 29, 2001
Research Yields Colorful, Healthful Produce 
COLLEGE STATION - If recent research by Texas A&M University graduate student Bolivar Cevallos yields the fruit he is hoping for, look for supermarket produce sections to be much more colorful in the future – and more healthful.

November 23, 2001
Don’t Let Potluck Holiday Meals Be Bad Luck 
COLLEGE STATION - The holiday season is a time of sharing, entertaining – and indulging in good food. That combination naturally leads to potluck meals, where friends and family gather together to share each other's favorite dishes.

November 23, 2001
Protect Your Family: Keep Food Safe 
COLLEGE STATION - The No. 1 concern of most parents and other care givers is keeping loved ones safe. One way to do that is by limiting the risk factors that can cause foodborne illnesses, said Dr. Peggy Van Laanen, Texas Cooperative Extension food and nutrition specialist.

November 19, 2001
Food Safety Is Ingredient In Thanksgiving Feast 
COLLEGE STATION - Thanksgiving means food, family and fun, but it's tough to give thanks if your holiday festivities are marred by foodborne illness.

November 19, 2001
Christmas Toys: Keep Season Safe 
COLLEGE STATION - You better watch out ... you'd better not cry ... it's time to start hitting the toy stores again, in search of that perfect holiday present for that perfect little angel in your life.

November 16, 2001
Steps Help Protect Families Against Winter Illnesses 
COLLEGE STATION - For the past few weeks the national news has been full of stories about anthrax, a frightening disease associated mostly with livestock and wildlife, that someone has been attempting to spread to the human population through the mail.

November 16, 2001
National 4-H Congress To Meet 
COLLEGE STATION - About 70 young Texans will celebrate Thanksgiving this year with the trip of a lifetime as they attend the 2001 National 4-H Congress Nov. 23-27 in Atlanta.

November 14, 2001
Family Resiliency Leads To Healing After Crisis 
COLLEGE STATION - When two jet airliners crashed into the World Trade Center on the morning of Sept. 11, the whole world seemed to stop. Perception shifted again a few minutes later when a third airliner hit the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., and a fourth crashed in a field in Pennsylvania.

November 07, 2001
Character Counts! Community Awareness Conference Dec. 13 In Lubbock 
LUBBOCK - Parents, educators, childcare providers, health and human service workers, and others who interact daily with children should plan to attend the Dec. 13 CHARACTER COUNTS! Community Awareness Conference at the Lubbock Civic Center.

November 06, 2001
Pack Safe School Lunches 
COLLEGE STATION - School children who come home with stomach cramps, diarrhea or vomiting may be suffering from a "food bug" rather than a "flu bug."

November 05, 2001
Rugged, Rough And Ready In A Flash: Toasting Spices Unleashes Flavor In Grilled Chicken  
COLLEGE STATION - As summer turns to fall, Americans look for robust meals, and they know that grilling is not just for summer.

November 02, 2001
Chapman Retires After 31 Years Of Extension Work 
SAN ANTONIO - Thirty-one years after she started her career with the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Service, and after 18 years of high-energy leadership with the Texas Cooperative Extension in Bexar County, Margie Gonzalez Chapman has retired.

November 01, 2001
New Newton County Extension Agent Long-Time County Resident 
NEWTON COUNTY – Texas Cooperative Extension has named Charlet Meyer as the new family and consumer sciences for Newton County.

October 31, 2001
National Family Week Set For Nov. 18-24 
COLLEGE STATION – Since the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon on Sept. 11, family and friends seem more important than ever. Celebrate those relationships with National Family Week, scheduled this year for Nov. 18-24.

October 30, 2001
Lactose Intolerance Upsetting 
COLLEGE STATION – What do you do when eating a healthy diet makes you sick?

October 29, 2001
Farris Awarded Grant For Leadership Programs 
HOUSTON – The more young people are able to recognize their own potential, the less likely they are to make wrong choices, said Sandra Farris, Harris County Extension agent for family and consumer science.

October 29, 2001
Duke Appointed Panhandle Blt Program Manager 
AMARILLO -- Sandra Duke was recently named regional manager for the Panhandle with the Better Living for Texans program, according to Texas Cooperative Extension's Donna Brauchi, district director for family and consumer science programs.

October 25, 2001
Coping With Life’s Changes Can Be Challenge 
COLLEGE STATION – To paraphrase an old saying: The only constant in life is change.

October 22, 2001
Extension To Host Forum Oct. 30 To Help Strengthen Families 
ALVIN -- A consistent and safe home environment is one of the greatest contributors in the future of a child. Building family relationships strengthens individuals and helps parents provide a loving, secure home.

October 18, 2001
‘Be Holiday Smart’ Annual Event Schedule For Nov. 8 In Dallas 
DALLAS -- As November rapidly approaches, the holiday season is nearly here. To help with the holiday spirit, Texas Cooperative Extension will host the annual "Be Holiday Smart" program Nov. 8 at Texas A&M Dallas. The Dallas Center is at 17360 Coit Road (between Campbell Road and Highway 190).

October 05, 2001
Annual World Food Day Set For Oct. 16 
COLLEGE STATION – October ... falling leaves, cooler temperatures, football games ... as the seasons change and summer's bounty is harvested, the abundance of the coming winter holiday season beckons.

September 28, 2001
SOCC Program Founded Five Years Ago In Texas 
COLLEGE STATION – In Texas, half of the juvenile offenders become repeat offenders.

September 27, 2001
SOCC Program Improves Kids’ Lives 
JASPER – The Strengthening Our Capacity to Care program in Jasper County has been close to Cassandra Ensign's heart for six years. An officer with the Jasper County Juvenile Probation Office, Ensign's profession brings her into daily contact with young people whose lives are going down a destructive road. As a new officer six years ago, she decided to do something about it.

September 26, 2001
Program Helps At-Risk Youth 
JASPER – "All you need is love," sang the Beatles in 1967, and organizers of the Strengthening Our Capacity to Care program might agree with that – with qualifications.

September 25, 2001
Cultures, Fathers And Families Workshop Set For Oct. 4 In Dallas 
DALLAS – Texas Cooperative Extension will host a family-strengthening seminar called Cultures, Fathers and Families: Train The Trainer Workshop from 8 a.m.- 4:15 p.m. Oct.4 at Texas A&M Dallas, located at 17360 Coit Road in Dallas.

September 24, 2001
Leal Named District Extension Director 
CORPUS CHRISTI – Fela Leal has been named Texas Cooperative Extension director for family and consumer sciences in District 11 (Coastal Bend), effective June 1, announced Dr. Kathy Volanty, Extension associate director for human sciences. Leal formerly served as Extension agent in the Expanded Nutrition Program in Corpus Christi.

September 21, 2001
Avoid Fraud In Times Of Turmoil 
COLLEGE STATION – With the destruction of the World Trade Center in New York City and the attempted destruction of the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., on Sept. 11, the world changed.

September 18, 2001
Families React To Tragedy, Even Thousands Of Miles Away 
COLLEGE STATION – On Sept. 11, 2001, the nation and the world were changed forever. Three commercial jet airliners, each carrying passengers and crews, were hijacked and used as weapons to attack the United States by taking down the World Trade Center in New York City and destroying part of the Pentagon in Washington, D.C. A fourth hijacked airliner went down in a field in Pennsylvania before reaching its designated target.

September 12, 2001
Telling Children About Tragedy 
Recent events at the World Trade Center in New York City and the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., will certainly be in news for quite some time, and many of our lives may be disrupted in different ways because of this. As many of us watch the news and talk to others about the days events, our children will certainly notice that something is going on.

September 11, 2001
CHARACTER COUNTS! Conference Cancelled; Agnmore Suspends Reports  
LUBBOCK –– The Sept. 12 CHARACTER COUNTS! Community Awareness Conference at the Lubbock Civic Center, reported through AGNMORE earlier today, has been cancelled due to the act of terrorism on the United States today.

September 11, 2001
CHARACTER COUNTS! Community Awareness Conference Slated In Lubbock 
LUBBOCK – Parents, educators, education administrators, childcare providers, health and human service workers and others who interact daily with children should plan to attend the Sept. 12 CHARACTER COUNTS! Community Awareness Conference at the Lubbock Civic Center.

August 31, 2001
Texas Extension Education Association Conference Scheduled  
COLLEGE STATION – A 75-year-old Texas tradition will be celebrated this year at the annual state conference of Texas Extension Education Association Inc. The event, set for Sept. 11-13 at the Hilton Conference Center in College Station, will mark the milestone anniversary of a group founded to provide continuing education for women.

August 30, 2001
Overton Native Named Regional Manager Of Better Living For Texans Program 
OVERTON – As the new regional program manager for Better Living for Texans, Rochelle Wiggins hopes to contribute to the successful nutritional program.

August 29, 2001
Extension Partnership Assists Texas Prison Inmates 
HOUSTON -- Women being released from prison may find it easier to make the transition back to their communities with the help of a partnership among civic and government organizations.

August 27, 2001
Saving Energy Costs At Home Easy As Flipping A Switch 
COLLEGE STATION – Your dad was right: Turn off the lights!

August 21, 2001
Expanded Nutrition Program'S Loudd Retires After 30 Years Of Service 
HOUSTON -- When Rita Loudd leaves Texas Cooperative Extension's Expanded Nutrition Program after 30 years of working with youth and families in the Houston area, things won't be the same.

August 21, 2001
Don’t Believe Everything You Read In E-Mail 
COLLEGE STATION – You've probably seen one in your e-mail in-box. It's a new, friendly-sounding e-mail which sounds a "warning" about new consumer privacy regulations. In general, it reads like this:

August 17, 2001
New Safety Regulations Go Into Effect Sept. 1 
COLLEGE STATION – As of Sept. 1, the Texas laws governing occupant protection in motor vehicles will change, and anyone who is going to be a driver – or a passenger – should know about them.

August 13, 2001
Simple Steps Can Save Babies' Lives 
COLLEGE STATION – It's a very simple practice. It costs no money, no time and very little effort. But it has been shown to save babies' lives by reducing the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), also called "crib death."

August 08, 2001
Media Advisory: Houston Breast Cancer Event Aug 24-25 
HOUSTON -- Texas Cooperative Extension in Harris County and Houston area independent Longaberger consultants have teamed together to help support the fight against breast cancer and educate women about the disease.

August 07, 2001
Back To School Brings New Challenges 
COLLEGE STATION – Where did the summer go?

August 03, 2001
Financial Responsibility 101: Crash Course 
COLLEGE STATION – Call it Financial Responsibility 101.

July 20, 2001
Sleep Important To Health, Even For College Students 
COLLEGE STATION – Four years ago, when senior Christi Boening arrived at Texas A&M University as a first-semester freshman, she discovered a lot of changes in her life – some expected, some not.

July 13, 2001
Lightning Safety Urged As Thunderstorm Season Heightens 
COLLEGE STATION – If you've ever caught yourself sprinting through a thunderstorm, while wondering about the wisdom of holding an umbrella with a metal center shaft over your head, you probably know that a little knowledge about lightning is a strange and confusing thing.

July 11, 2001
Folic Acid Recommended For Healthy Diet 
COLLEGE STATION – The start of a healthy life begins long before birth, since a woman's nutritional intake before pregnancy – even before conception – affects her unborn child's physical development. That's why it's so important that women of child-bearing years make sure they have enough folic acid in their diets, nutritional experts say.

July 03, 2001
Summer Holiday Survival Tips 
COLLEGE STATION — Another holiday is upon us, and with the fun and games come certain associated hazards. As families everywhere prepare for Fourth of July picnics and barbecues, they need to keep a few helpful guidelines in mind to ensure a fun, safe holiday.

July 02, 2001
Firework Safety 
COLLEGE STATION - Summer has officially begun, and fireworks stands are once again dotting the roadsides. That can only mean one thing: The Fourth of July is drawing near.

June 28, 2001
Safety Day Camps: Summer Fun 
COLLEGE STATION – Safety first – with fun following at a close second – was the goal of the recent Summer Safety Camps, sponsored by the Brazos Safe Kids Coalition.

June 27, 2001
Summertime, And The Livin’ Is ... Hot! 
COLLEGE STATION – Even though summer officially arrived this year on June 21, that doesn't matter much here in the Lone Star State. As any long-time Texan can tell you, summer begins when the best parking places are those under shade – and that happened weeks ago.

June 12, 2001
For A Clean House, Clean The Air Too 
COLLEGE STATION – If you want your indoor air quality to be "fresh as all outdoors" – without the bugs and dirt of course – you may need to dig a little deeper into spring house cleaning. That's the advice from Janie Harris, Texas Agricultural Extension Service housing and environment specialist.

May 23, 2001
School Kids Shedding Pounds With Extension Program 
WESLACO — The Texas Agricultural Extension Service is a lot more than crops and gardens. Just ask 11-year old David Hobbs, a fifth grader at Del Castillo Elementary School in Brownsville.

May 22, 2001
Even Couch Potatoes Can Work Out Too 
COLLEGE STATION – No excuses now: Getting the exercise necessary for good health doesn't have to be expensive or time consuming. Even couch potatoes can improve their physical fitness without breaking a sweat.

May 14, 2001
Lock In Tomorrow'S Tuition Costs Today 
COLLEGE STATION – Never before in history has higher education been a more important factor in financial success ... never before has higher education been so costly.

May 02, 2001
Drinking Water Week Set for May 
Water, water everywhere, nor any drop to drink – "The Ancient Mariner" by Samuel Taylor Coleridge

April 24, 2001
Cultural Competency Improves Health Care 
COLLEGE STATION - By age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation - even by generation - every person belongs to certain cultures which provide distinct ways of looking at the world.

April 23, 2001
Air Bags: Safety Feature Can Be Dangerous 
COLLEGE STATION - In the field of transportation, safety education has come a long way in the past few decades, especially as it pertains to child passengers. But in spite of recent advances, there's still a long way to go.

Get Away From It All and Never Leave Home 
COLLEGE STATION – Warmer (bordering on hot!) spring weather means summer is coming this way. Vacation-planning season is here!

April 17, 2001
Nebraska County Agents to Visit Texas 
WESLACO – Six county agents from Nebraska will get to see their work from a whole different perspective when they visit South Texas at the end of this month.

April 10, 2001
It's Not Too Late to Put Together Easter Baskets 
COLLEGE STATION – This year Easter Sunday (April 15) and the deadline for filing income tax returns (April 16) fall back-to-back (since the normal income tax deadline of April 15 is extended for a day when it falls on a Sunday).

April 03, 2001
April 7 Child Care Conference Aims at Improving Professional Skills 
HOUSTON -- A conference that offers child care providers useful information and training on tobacco prevention education, fire safety, child nutrition, cylinder gardening and a variety of other topics is planned at Texas Southern University April 7.

April 02, 2001
Pre-Paid Telephone Cards Can Be Handy – Or Not 
COLLEGE STATION – Keeping in touch with long-distance loved ones is easier than ever, thanks to the availability of prepaid telephone calling cards. These cards seem to be for sale everywhere – convenience stores, supermarkets, discount outlets, even gas stations offer deals on prepaid calling cards.

March 28, 2001
Falling is Serious Concern for Older Adults 
COLLEGE STATION – Back in the early 1960s, comedian Dick Van Dyke made falling funny.

March 27, 2001
Herbs: Natural Controversy 
COLLEGE STATION – For as long as human beings have lived on the earth, herbs have been in use – as medicine, as botanicals and as flavorings for foods. And even now, as the 21st century officially dawns, "Americans are spending between $3.5 billion and $5 billion annually on herbal supplements," said Dr. Jenna Anding, assistant professor and Extension nutrition specialist.

March 23, 2001
Setting Up a Home Business Takes Skill, Patience 
COLLEGE STATION – Hundreds being laid off, dot.coms declining, businesses going under – financial news these days isn't always very good. Worrying about employment – either getting a job or keeping it – seems to be everybody's nightmare.

March 21, 2001
Children's Safety Seat Education Often Needed 
COLLEGE STATION - When Katherine and Stephen Irwin of Navasota became parents for the first time three and a half years ago, the safety of their daughter, Elisabeth, was first and foremost on their minds. They did their homework, learning all they could about making sure that their child's car safety seat was the best for her age and weight and was being used properly.

March 13, 2001
Fire Safety Tips Keep Home Safer 
COLLEGE STATION – Each year more than 4,000 American lives are lost, and 500,000 homes are damaged or destroyed from fires, said Janie Harris, Texas Agricultural Extension Service housing and environmental specialist.

Caregivers Must Care for Themselves Too 
- February 28 2001 -

Riding in an Open Pickup Bed is Dangerous 
- February 22 2001 -

Conserve Energy at Home to Save Money 
- February 21 2001 -

'Dona Brewer Day' Set for Feb. 20 in Parker County 
- February 20 2001 -

Ladd, Green Named Co-Editors 
- February 15 2001 -

National Child Passenger Safety Week is Feb. 12-16 
- February 09 2001 -

Annual Tamu Nutrition Conference Scheduled
- January 19 2001 -

Dietz to Speak at Nutrition Conference
- January 18 2001 -

Operation R.E.A.D.Y. Receives Grant
- January 12 2001 -

Texas Family Forum Jan. 16 Links Communities Building Character
- January 08 2001 -

Decorating a Home Doesn't Have to be Expensive
- January 01 2001 -

Granovsky Receives Epsilon Sigma Phi Award
- December 21 2000 -

Sebesta Receives Regents Fellow Service Award
- December 20 2000 -

Don't Get ‘taken' During Holiday Giving Season
- December 05 2000 -

Nafs Annual Meeting Attracts Food Safety Experts
- November 30 2000 -

Fathering Conference Scheduled for This Weekend
- November 29 2000 -

Managing Stress Can Lead to Healthier Living
- November 27 2000 -

Holiday Candle Safety Can Prevent House Fires
- November 23 2000 -

National Family Week Nov. 19-25
- November 20 2000 -

Access to Books, Reading Important for Children
- November 14 2000 -

Military Program Receives Award
- November 13 2000 -

Cracked Foundations Break Home Value, Personal Finances
- November 08 2000 -

Healthy After-School Snacks Can Taste Good Too
- November 01 2000 -

Home Sweet Home Depends on Indoor Air Quality
- October 31 2000 -

Savings Tips for Christmas Shopping
- October 26 2000 -

Conference Addresses Family Law, Education, Future
- October 25 2000 -

Seminar to Help Women with Investment Strategies Offered
- October 11 2000 -

Family Alliance Council Schedules Conference
- October 09 2000 -

Consumers Should Guard Against Identity Theft
- September 08 2000 -

Marriage Education Satellite Conference Sept. 7
- September 01 2000 -

Workshop Will Teach Children, Parents About Dangers of Secondhand Smoke
- August 04 2000 -

Surviving Hurricane Season
- July 21 2000 -

Mills Accepts Extension Post in Lipscomb County
- July 18 2000 -

Use Caution When Traveling with Credit Cards
- June 30 2000 -

Prevent July 4th ‘bangups' through Fireworks Safety
- June 28 2000 -

Emergency Preparedness Training Planned May 23 for Gulf Coast Residents
- May 18 2000 -

Emergency Preparedness Training Planned for Gulf Coast Residents
- April 27 2000 -

Teenager: Buckling Up Saves Lives, Including His Own
- April 21 2000 -

A&M Administrator Volanty Receives Double Honors
- April 18 2000 -

April 16 Panhandle Event to Honor Retiring Extension Director
- April 14 2000 -

Debit Option for Paying Taxes Easy Alternative
- March 24 2000 -

Paying Taxes via Credit Card Growing Trend
- March 24 2000 -

Media Advisory: Free Financial Advice at Montgomery County Fair
- March 20 2000 -

Family And Consumer Scientists to Meet in Arlington March 2-4
- February 21 2000 -

'Hiring, Keeping Good People' Workshop Feb. 22
- February 14 2000 -

IRA's: Ready, Set, Go
- January 05 2000 -

Children's Money Choices Can be Habit Forming
- December 31 1999 -

Energy Star Appliances Save Energy, Money
- December 29 1999 -

Your Social Security Record
- December 27 1999 -

Five Ways to Save on Your Auto Insurance
- December 22 1999 -

Conference to Offer Hands-on Training to Child Care Workers
- December 17 1999 -

Don’t Let Stress Ruin Your Holidays
- November 24 1999 -

Expand a Child’s Mind through Reading
- November 15 1999 -

Care Givers, Family Should Use Empathy with Alzheimer's Patients
- October 27 1999 -

Food-Borne Illness Can be Very Frightening
- October 26 1999 -

Fort Hood Consumer Affairs Program Wins Hammer Award
- October 22 1999 -

Kingsville Program Builds Houses, Character
- October 13 1999 -

Take Out 'Insurance' to Prevent Falls in the Home
- October 07 1999 -

Get Kids Off to a Good Start This School Year
- September 03 1999 -

Remember Food Safety When Eating Out
- September 01 1999 -

Oct. 5 Caregivers' Seminar Focuses on Alzheimers, Other Disorders
- August 27 1999 -

Texas Church And Community Conference Planned for Oct. 18-19
- August 24 1999 -

Reduce Pollution, Allergens, Cost by Mixing Cleaners Yourself
- August 09 1999 -

Family Consumer Science Agents Trained in Cancer Prevention
- August 05 1999 -

Back to School: Experts Offer Fashion Advice for Older Students
- August 02 1999 -

College Cost Countdown Beginning
- July 23 1999 -

Lack of Consumer Literacy Costs Billions
- July 20 1999 -

New Publication Can Help You Organize Finances Before Y2K
- July 13 1999 -

Be Safety-Conscious When Cleaning Up 'After the Flood’
- July 08 1999 -

‘Cart’ Blanche: Make Shopping with Kids Pleasant
- July 01 1999 -

Educator: Any Toddler's Brain May be Twice as Active as His Pediatrician's
- June 30 1999 -

Brady Named Extension Agent for Stephens County
- April 28 1999 -

Extension Director for Family And Consumer Sciences Named for South Plains Region
- April 20 1999 -

Extension Service Offering Free Safety Seat Checkups
- April 15 1999 -

Meatra D. Harrison Gives Scholarship to Extension Service
- April 6 1999 -

Choose Toys Carefully
- March 26 1999 -

Brewer Accepts Extension Post in Potter County
- March 22 1999 -

Officials Name New Potter County Assistant Agent
- March 11 1999 -

Tools You Can Use When Hiring a Contractor
- March 01 1999 -

Texas Family Forum 'Steps' Toward a Healthy Life
- January 08 1999 -

Volanty Named Extension's Associate Director for Human Sciences
- January 07 1999 -

Be Wary of 'Pay Nothing Until' Offers
- December 24 1998 -

Deck the Halls, Trim Trees Safely This Season
- December 02 1998 -

Women’s Program Salutes ‘Family of the Year’ at Farm Show, Dec. 2
- November 24 1998 -

Holiday Season Spurs Charitable Giving
- November 20 1998 -

Take Precautions for Safe Holiday Travel
- November 19 1998 -

Budget Or Bust: Make Holiday Shopping a Success
- November 16 1998 -

Interior Flood Damage Can be Repaired
- November 02 1998 -

Remember Safety Comes First on Halloween
- October 29 1998 -

Debit, ATM Cards Can be Risky to Use
- October 06, 1998 -

Clean Getaway: Learn to Do Laundry Right Way
- July 10, 1998 -

Summer Jobs Teach Kids About Money, Time Management
- May 15, 1998 -

Rural Road Safety a Concern for Texas Drivers
- May 08, 1998 -

Reading to Children Stimulates Early Brain Development
- April 29, 1998 -

Start Planning Now for Summer Fun!
- April 28, 1998 -

Master Parent Volunteer Training Planned for April 28
- April 24, 1998 -

New Extension Agent Named in Randall County
- April 17, 1998 -

Longtime Extension Director Retires at San Angelo Center
- April 09, 1998 -

Get Ready to Spring Forward on Sunday
- April 01, 1998 -

Volanty Heads State Association
- March 27, 1998 -

New County Agent Named to Provide Family Life Programs
- February 11, 1998 -

Make Better Eating Choices on the Road
- February 04, 1998 -

Food: You Can Take it with You
- February 04, 1998 -

Child Passenger Safety Awareness Week in February
- January 30, 1998 -

'Living Room' Debuts on World Wide Web
- January 13, 1998 -

Planning Program Helps Teens Make Sense of Their Dollars
- December 24, 1997 -

Natural Texas Fibers Fashions to Highlight B.I.G. Family Forum
- December 22, 1997 -

Extension Service Agent to Retire in Randall County
- December 19, 1997 -

By the Box: Choose Age-Appropriate Toys for Children
- December 17, 1997 -

Beware Impaired Driving, Especially During Holidays
- December 02, 1997 -

Holiday Promotions Are Non-Stop After Mid-November
- November 10, 1997 -

Long-Term Health Care Merits Careful Planning
- September 30, 1997 -

Family Community Education Clubs Elect Officers, Recognize Service
- September 18, 1997 -

Women Three Times as Likely to Suffer From Migraines Than Men
- September 17, 1997 -

Alzheimer's Population Expected to Triple in Next 25 Years
- September 16, 1997 -

Women More Vulnerable to Many Diseases Than Men, Expert Says
- September 12, 1997 -

Active Children Need Adequate Nutrients
- September 11, 1997 -

Food Safety Important When Preparing Lunches
- September 08, 1997 -

$tudents Not Taught Money Management in Classroom
- September 05, 1997 -

School Bus Safety is Everyone's Business
- September 04, 1997 -

In Style: Fall Fashions on Sale Now
- September 03, 1997 -

Minimum Wage Increases Sept. 1
- August 29, 1997 -

Family, Community Education Clubs Heading to Wichita Falls
- August 28, 1997 -

Health Forum Designed to Help Women Preserve Family's Lives
- August 27, 1997 -

Aug. 19 Conference Focuses on Prospering in Home-Based Business
- August 15, 1997 -

New Extension Service Director Named for Panhandle Region
- July 13, 1997 -

Bryan Woman Funds Endowment at Texas A&M
- April 25, 1997 -

Changes in Family 'Constellation' Bring Women Under More Stress
- March 27, 1997 -

Seminar to Offer Ways to Cope with `Silent Disease' Osteoporosis
- March 20, 1997 -

Extension Offers New Course for Caregivers
- March 18, 1997 -

Bankrupt Families Find Help through Extension Course
- February 12, 1997 -

Jalyn Burkett Named Dallas Extension Service Director
- January 31, 1997 -

CHARITIES: Make Sure Money Will Go to Good Cause
- December 12, 1996 -

Budgeting for Holidays
- December 12, 1996 -

Texas Food MarketWatch: CITRUS IN SEASON
- Nov. 27, 1996 -

Food MarketWatch: It's No Mystery, Turkey Bargains Abound
- Oct. 28, 1996 -

Finding Perfect Jack-o-Lantern
- Oct. 10, 1996 -

Pumpkins Aren't Just for Jack-O-Lanterns, Pies
- Oct. 10, 1996 -

"Social Toxicity" Showing Effects in Children
- Oct. 10, 1996 -

Ghostly Suggestions for Halloween Costumes
- Oct. 7, 1996 -

Dangers of Traffic Spook Holiday Fun--
- Oct. 7, 1996 -

New Program for Young Offenders Focuses on Learning Life Skills in 4-H, Involving Parents
- Sept. 26, 1996 -

Texas Market Food Watch: Pumpkins Rolling in for October
- September 25, 1996 -

Texas Food Market Watch: Drought Affects Shrimp Harvest
- Aug. 22, 1996 -

Financial Strategies for Farm Families
- June 1996 -

Fireworks, Continued Dry Conditions Spark Wildlife Concerns
- June 1996 -

Dealership Advises Buyers About Uses of Safety Belts, Air Bags
- June 13, 1996 -

Safety Belts Still Faced Skepticism From Non-Users
- May 31, 1996 -

Seminar Offers Help for Diabetes Victims--
- May 10, 1996 -

Recreational Drinking Shadows Highlights of Prom
- May 1, 1996 -

Campaign Warns Drivers About Using Anti-lock Brakes
- May 1, 1996 -

Drinking Water Week Set
- April 25, 1996 -

Pickups and Rollovers--The Dangerous Connection
- Sept. 8, 1995 -

Need for After-School Care for Adolescents Still Apparent
- July 31, 1995 -

Parents Should Shop for After-School Care Year Ahead
- July 31, 1995 -

Apartment Hunters Should Shop More Than Ads
- July 31, 1995 -

Roll-Over 'Convincer' May Help Persuade Texans to Buckle Up
- July 31, 1995 -

Tips on Checking Accounts Can Benefit College Freshmen
- July 31, 1995 -

Before You Sign Lease, Read the Fine Print
- July 31, 1995 -

Tips to Help Stepparents Have Successful Marriages
- May 1995 -

Children Are Not Practicing What They Know About Health
- May 1995 -

U.S. Parents Call for Massive Diaper Change
- Nov. 22, 1994 -

April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month: Young Children Have Better Chance of Escaping Abuse Cycle