Features

Bee buzzes could help save them

According to recent studies, declines in wild and managed bee populations threaten the pollination of flowers in more than 85 percent of flowering plants and 75 percent of agricultural crops worldwide. Widespread and effective monitoring of bee populations could lead to better management; however, tracking bees is tricky and costly. Now, a research team led

[ Read More ]

Savvy Senior®

How to hire a home helper Dear Savvy Senior, I would like to hire a personal assistant/home helper for my mom to assist with some simple household chores like house keeping, errand running, driving her to the doctor, and keeping her company. But mom doesn’t require personal/physical caregiving nor does she require any home medical

[ Read More ]

Ashcroft launches Missouri’s new voter ID law

Missouri Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft on June 1 announced Missouri’s new voter ID law is now in effect. Ashcroft began a statewide Voter ID Informational Tour on Monday, June 5, starting in Columbia, to meet with the public and media to inform and publicize Missouri’s Photo Voter ID law. In November 2016, Missourians passed

[ Read More ]

Love note from Jeff City

My Fellow Missourians: This past Saturday I had the experience of a lifetime attending and speaking at the 100th Anniversary of the re-dedication of the refurbished Missouri Monument at the Vicksburg National Park in Vicksburg, MS. This monument commemorates the Missourians that served on both sides of the Civil War. It is hard to describe

[ Read More ]

Variable speed limits could reduce crashes, ease congestion

As the summer months approach, most people turn to thoughts of sunshine, outdoor barbecues and destination trips. Yet travelers often are greeted by detours, lane closures and delays for road repairs that generally are reserved for warmer weather. Researchers at the University of Missouri have studied systems to alleviate inevitable backups and delays. Researchers found

[ Read More ]

June is National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month

The summer month of June is a great time to celebrate the health and flavor that fresh fruits and vegetables offer according to Dr. Pam Duitsman, nutrition and health education specialist, University of Missouri Extension. “Variety can be as important as quantity because each vegetable or fruit has its unique signature of healthy components –

[ Read More ]

Master Gardener’s Big Italian tomato goes national

A national tomato growers supply company honors a Missouri Advanced Master Gardener this spring by selling tomato seeds she saved for decades. On the cover of its 2017 catalog, the Tomato Growers Supply Co. features “Mrs. Maxwell’s Big Italian,” an heirloom beefsteak tomato prized for its flavor. The dark pink tomato is the result of

[ Read More ]

Gardening and Your Health

Gardening can be a great way to enjoy the outdoors for any age.  It stimulates all of the senses, awakens our connection with nature and with each other, and rewards us with fresh flowers and juicy tomatoes. According to the CDC, gardening is an excellent way to get physical activity in our daily routine.  Active

[ Read More ]

Navigating Summer Travel with Kids

by Diane Olson Are we there yet? Mom he’s looking at me. It’s my turn to sit by the door. Why do I always have to sit in the middle? Summer travels can be both fun and challenging with young riders on board. Even a short trip can seem like an eternity, especially when your

[ Read More ]