Top Stories
Water Test Kits and Shale Gas & Oil
Looking for resources related to oil and gas leasing? Water sample test kits and factsheets are available in the Harrison Co. office of OSU Extension. A partner in education, Penn State Extension has a website devoted to drilling in the Marcellus Shale reserves. For the Penn State Marcellus Resource Center, go to http://marcellus.psu.edu.
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1-800-752-2751 (toll-free in Ohio) and by e-mail: foodsafety@osu.edu
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Announcements
Teen prescription drug abuse is more than an emerging problem. Next to marijuana, prescription medicines are the most common illegal drugs teens abuse. This educational event will help you gain awareness of the issue and strategies for prevention—in your home and community.
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Married and Loving It is a five session curriculum designed to teach couples relationship building skills. The goal is to strengthen relationships so couples can develop happy healthy marriages.
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County News
ChooseMyPlate.gov
A new icon has been introduced by the USDA to help guide us toward a balanced and healthy intake of foods and beverages. MyPlate is replacing MyPyramid, with a focus on our dietary choices meal to meal.
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Harrison County Highlights
2010 Programming results for your Harrison County Extension office in 1) Strengthening Families and Communities, 2) Preparing Youth For Success, 3) Enhancing Agriculture and the Environment and 4) Advancing Employment and Income Opportunities.
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State News
Farm "Outlook" for 2012 is Posted Here
Listen to the "live" Outlook presentations by OSU Extension economists
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Asian Longhorned Beetle Found in Ohio; Maples, Other Trees at Risk
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Ohio Department of Agriculture today (6/17) announced the first discovery of Asian longhorned beetle (ALB) in Ohio trees!
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