Capacity building through grant writing workshop set for Sept. 29

Nonprofit organizations and community-based groups interested in strengthening their grant-writing skills are invited to attend Capacity Building Through Grant Writing, a workshop scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 29, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Arkansas State University–Mountain Home. Hosted by the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture – Baxter County Extension, the workshop will…

ByLeeAnn Blevins, U of A, Div. of Ag, Cooperative Extension ServiceSeptember 3, 20260Comments

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How germs really spread at Mountain Home Head Start

Students at Ozark Opportunities, Inc. Mountain Home Head Start recently participated in an interactive lesson designed to show how germs can spread during everyday activities. The lesson began with a reading of Sick Simon by Dan Krall, which introduced the concept of germs in a fun and age-appropriate way. Following the story, children took part…

ByLeeAnn Blevins, U of A, Div. of Ag, Cooperative Extension ServiceJanuary 9, 20260Comments

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Medicare open enrollment runs Oct. 15 – Dec. 7, 2025

If you’re enrolled in Medicare, please mark your calendar: the annual open enrollment period is October 15 through December 7, 2025. During this time you can: Switch between Original Medicare (Parts A & B) and a Medicare Advantage plan (Part C). Change your Medicare Advantage plan to another one. Join or switch a Medicare Part…

ByLeeAnn Blevins, U of A, Div. of Ag, Cooperative Extension ServiceOctober 22, 20250Comments

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Baxter County Extension Office highlights community impact at Quorum Court

The Baxter County Extension Office made over 29,000 contacts with county residents in the past year while bringing in nearly $400,000 in economic development funds, officials told the Quorum Court at its meeting last week. Amanda Rychtarik, Baxter County Extension staff chair and 4-H agent, presented the office's annual report to justices of the peace…

ByChris FultonOctober 15, 20250Comments

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Baxter County 4-H members ‘Beyond Ready’ for future during National Week

Baxter County 4-H members will showcase their leadership skills and community projects during National 4-H Week, Oct. 5-11, as part of a nationwide initiative to prepare 10 million youth for work and life by 2030. The Beyond Ready campaign highlights how 4-H programs equip young people with skills, confidence and resilience through hands-on learning experiences.…

ByChris FultonOctober 2, 20250Comments

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Celebrate National Nutrition Month This March!

March is National Nutrition Month, a time to focus on making informed food choices and developing healthy eating and physical activity habits. Established by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics in 1973, this annual observance encourages all Americans to embrace nutritious lifestyles. The theme for National Nutrition Month 2025 is “Food Connects Us.” Food plays…

ByLeeAnn Blevins, U of A, Div. of Ag, Cooperative Extension ServiceMarch 20, 20250Comments

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Column: A Guide to Investing

Thinking about future finances may be intimidating for most people, but there is a reason why experts recommend starting at a young age. Finances may include many parts such as budgeting, credit, taking out loans, and the most popular, investing. What is Investing? Investing is the process of distributing your money (capital) to work with…

ByLeeAnn Blevins, U of A, Div. of Ag, Cooperative Extension ServiceFebruary 3, 20250Comments

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Getting on a budget: 4 easy step to follow

Getting Started Over spending at groceries stores is common for many individuals. Here are 4 easy steps that you can follow to improve your grocery shopping experience. Step 1: Determine a food budget. Food is an expense that should be in everyone's budget. If you don’t have a food budget, now is the perfect time…

ByLeeAnn Blevins, U of A, Div. of Ag, Cooperative Extension ServiceJanuary 27, 20250Comments

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Baxter County Extension Office Touts Programs, Safety Award Presented at Quorum Court

The Baxter County Quorum Court convened Tuesday evening, addressing topics ranging from budget discussions to department updates and new appointments. County Treasurer Jenay Mize reported positive financial news, stating that sales tax revenue was up 2.9% or $127,000 on the county portion and $55,000 on the jail portion compared to last year. Mize added that…

ByChris FultonOctober 7, 20240Comments

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Baxter County Extension Office announces Women in Ag Series

The Baxter County Extension Office is launching a new educational series aimed at women in agriculture. The Baxter County Women in Ag Series will offer a range of learning sessions for farm operators, from those new to managing cattle and pastures to experienced farmers looking to expand their knowledge. The series will feature a mix…

ByChris FultonSeptember 9, 20240Comments