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I had the most glorious week!  Our table was a bit tight this year with 11 family members gathered for our day of giving thanks. ...

Throughout history, American Presidents have issued Thanksgiving Proclamations thanking Almighty God for His blessings.  Here is the first one, given by President George Washington. ...

Melissa Bess, Nutrition and Health Education Specialist, Camden County; Edited by Jessica Kovarik, RD, LD, former Extension Associate, University of Missouri Extension Thanksgiving is usually...

Adapted by Jessica Kovarik, RD, LD, former Extension Associate; Based on material by Susan Mills-Gray and Tammy Roberts, MS, RD, LD, Nutrition and Health...

Use space heaters cautiously Information courtesy of Kansas Farm Bureau's Safety and Ag Ed Division A space heater may cozy up the corner of a room,...

(Family Features) For many, travel is as essential to holiday festivities as the jolly old elf himself. Heeding the advice of seasoned travel pros...

Take Extra Precautions When Cooking for Large Groups   As the holidays approach, a K-State food scientist discusses quantity cooking food safety.   OLATHE, Kan. – Food is...

Adapted by Jessica Kovarik, RD, LD, former Extension Associate, from materials written by Tammy Roberts, MS, RD, LD, Nutrition and Health Education Specialist, University...

One way to prevent holiday stress is to prepare some of the food ahead of time and freeze it. From casseroles to cookies you...

Robert Thomas, former Information Specialist, Cooperative Media Group, University of Missouri Extension Keeping warm air inside and the cold air out can be relatively inexpensive,...