Road Trip Across the U.S. with 4-H This summer, four Johnson County 4H'ers had the opportunity to travel across the country with the Citizenship Washington Focus (CWF). Read about what these delegates learned during their trip!

Whiplashing Down the "Food Movement" Roads From Processed Foods to Impossible Meats, things are changing in the fast food industry. What hasn't changed is the fact that what we eat can have an impact on our health.

Big Changes for Medicare 2020 Several changes are coming to Medicare in 2020. It is important to be informed and review all coverages for this fall.

K-State Extension Master Naturalists to host Hasta Luego Monarchs! Saturday, Sept. 21 at 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Johnson County Extension Master Naturalists in association with Monarch Watch will host a family-friendly Pollinator Event celebrating the magnificent Monarch butterfly!

Brown Recluse Spiders The most common poisonous spider in Johnson County is the brown recluse spider, due to our climate and lush vegetation. It is important to know how to identify it and protect your home and self from it.

Fertilizing Cool Season Lawns Do you hear a tummy growling? It might not be yours, but after ample summer rains your lawn is craving more than just a little snack. September is the most important time to fertilize a lawn.

Fall is a great time to plant trees and shrubs Is it time to replace your tree being killed by the Emerald Ash Borer?  If so, fall is an excellent time to establish new trees and shrubs.

Now is the time to overseed your lawn Summer rains have been a blessing for area lawns. If you have a few bare spots, now is the ideal time to seed to help thicken up the lawn.

Cover Cropping in the Backyard Garden As the weather gets cooler, many garden annuals have gone and it is time for cool season plants and vegetables. If you missed your window to plant those, then here is a way to winterize your garden until next year

Classes & Events To register online click on the class link. Or call 913-715-7000.

September Classes & Events 19 Freezer Meals and Easy Meal Prep 24 Quilting Workshop: Zipper Bag 28 Kids in the Kitchen: Snack Attack

October Classes & Events 10 The Decorated Cookie 17 Cast Iron Cooking 26 Kids in the Kitchen: Pizza! Pizza!

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