Scams and fraud add insult to injury after a disaster
Media contact:
Debbie Johnson
Writer
University of Missouri Extension
Phone: 573-882-9183
E-Mail: [email protected]
Story source: Janet C. LaFon, 417-358-2158
CARTHAGE, Mo. – People can become victims twice in the aftermath of a natural disaster like a flood.
Already reeling from a loss, flood victims can fall prey to dishonest businesses,...
Flowering annuals: Year of the begonia
Media contact:
Debbie Johnson
Writer
University of Missouri Extension
Phone: 573-882-9183
E-Mail: [email protected]
Story source: David H. Trinklein, 573-882-9631
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Once considered a denizen of the shade, begonias today are versatile garden plants that can be used in a variety of ways. This year, the begonia has its moment in the...
The year of the carrot
Media contact:
Debbie Johnson
Writer
University of Missouri Extension
Phone: 573-882-9183
E-Mail: [email protected]
Story source: David H. Trinklein, 573-882-9631
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Bugs Bunny was always seen nonchalantly munching on a carrot. Considering that the carrot is tasty and nutritious, that makes Bugs one smart bunny.
This is the year to...
Fulton ag conference scheduled for Jan. 23
Media contact:
Linda Geist
Writer
University of Missouri Extension
Phone: 573-882-9185
E-Mail: [email protected]
Story source: Heather Conrow, 573-642-0755
FULTON, Mo. – The 92nd annual Soils, Crops & Livestock Producers (SC&LP) Conference on Jan. 23 offers updates from University of Missouri Extension, the Farm Service Agency and the...
AgrAbility helps 93-year-old farmer
Media contact:
Linda Geist
Writer
University of Missouri Extension
Phone: 573-882-9185
E-Mail: [email protected]
Story source: Karen Funkenbusch, 573-884-1268
NAPOLEON, Mo. – Harry Keutzer has farmed almost all of his 93 years. Despite aging knees, he doesn’t plan to quit anytime soon.
The Missouri AgrAbility Project helps him maintain his...
AgrAbility helps 93-year-old keep growing food for farmers markets
Media contact:
Linda Geist
Writer
University of Missouri Extension
Phone: 573-882-9185
E-Mail: [email protected]
Story source: Karen Funkenbusch, 573-884-1268
NAPOLEON, Mo. – Farmers like 93-year-old Harry Keutzer don’t quit just because their body parts slow down.
His hens, cows and pets depend on him. So do customers at the Kansas...
Openings remain for training for public board members
Media contact:
Linda Geist
Writer
University of Missouri Extension
Phone: 573-882-9185
E-Mail: [email protected]
Story source: Joe Koenen, 660-947-2705
MOBERLY, Mo. – Openings remain for the upcoming University of Missouri Extension program in January for public board members.
The two-session program helps public board members and employees...
Flood-related resources from MU Extension
Media contact:
Curt Wohleber
Writer
University of Missouri Extension
Phone: 573-882-5409
E-Mail: [email protected]
Available for expert comment
Conne Burnham, University of Missouri Extension state emergency management specialist, can answer reporters' questions on disaster readiness, response and recovery at the household, community and state...
Beware of post-holiday scams
Media contact:
Linda Geist
Writer
University of Missouri Extension
Phone: 573-882-9185
E-Mail: [email protected]
Story source: John Worden, 573-882-6851
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Increasing use of social media creates opportunities for thieves to rob you during the post-holiday season, says University of Missouri Extension Law Enforcement Training...
Holiday trash throws out hints to thieves
Media contact:
Linda Geist
Writer
University of Missouri Extension
Phone: 573-882-9185
E-Mail: [email protected]
Story source: John Worden, 573-882-6851
COLUMBIA, Mo. – One man’s trash, the saying goes, is another man’s treasure.
During the holidays your trash can provide a thief with a treasure trove of information, says John Worden,...
