K-State Research and Extension Douglas County

Nutrition, Health, Safety: News & Events

Kansans increasingly seek information about their food and nutrition needs, about how to prepare easy and nutritious meals, and about physical activity. We are commited to helping Kansans eat more healthfully and increase physical activity can improve their quality of life now and in the future and reduce healthcare costs. See below our most recent News and Events across the programs we provide and support!

Master Food Volunteers SNAP-Ed Highlights You Asked It!

We have updated our Douglas County Food Resources in English and Spanish! See QR Codes & links below!

Share these Links: Douglas County Food Resources |Recursos de comida del Condado Douglas

Health & Wellness Highlight

Health Fair Higlights

Our Community Health and Wellness Team – Community Health and Wellness Agent and SNAP-Ed nutrition Educator participated in 2 health fairs over the past weekends. “Embrace Eudora” and “Be Well Baldwin” were wellness events focused on providing free resources for families in Douglas County communities. The events were designed to educate, inform, and encourage the community to benefit from an array of health and wellness resources, health screenings, family services enrollment, and more. Our team had information about nutrition education programs and the overall services provided by K-State Research and Extension.

images of Sofia and Kaitlyn at their table at douglas county health fair events

Master Food Volunteers

Kitchen Sale Thank You!

Thank you to everyone who came out for this weekend's Kitchen Sale! Your contribution to the Extension Master Food Volunteer program will help us to continue our hard work in Douglas County! See you again next year!
Curious about the Extension Master Food Volunteers? Learn more here: https://tinyurl.com/dgco-emfv
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SNAP-Ed Highlights

On May 10, 2024 our SNAP-Ed Nutrition Educator, Sofia D., was able to attend and share what she does with 3 classes at Hillcrest Elementary School PTO! Youth were able to learn about what she studied and how it applies to her current job! She wrapped it up by doing a story time about a hungry little insect!

collage of hillcrest career day. features pictures of Sofia outside the school as well as presenting, asking & answering questions within the school to students

You Asked It!

June 2024 You Asked It

The Rapid Response Center's "You Asked It" for May 2024 is out now! See what questions are frequently asked during this time of year and stay informed with research-based information that you can trust!

Topics Include:

Food Safety Resources for Fairs
Judging at Fairs - Foods and Food Preservation
Summer Fun and Waterborne Illness
Cheer for Cherries!
Canning on Portable Burners
Pressure Canner Gauge Testing
Choosing Chocolate for Canning
Canning in Half-gallon Jars
Keeping Food Safe During a Power Outage
Choosing Pectin for Jam and Jelly