Friday, January 2, 2026

Home Economics

Tips for your New Year’s resolutions

Tammy Roberts, MS, RD, LD, Nutrition and Health Education Specialist, Bates County, University of Missouri Extension It’s that time of year when we think about...

Celebrations big or small

Delicious wines for any event   (Family Features) Life is full of celebrations, especially during the festive holiday season. From small gatherings with co-workers to large...

Pop the cork at home this New Year’s Eve

(Family Features) If you’ve thought staying home to celebrate New Year’s Eve sounded like a great idea, you’re not alone.   According to a recent survey...

Give some culinary cheer

Must-have holiday gifts for foodies   (Family Features) From amateurs just sharpening their culinary skills to gourmet gurus with a refined taste for beverage and cuisine,...

Be a thoughtful giver with food items

Need a last-minute gift idea that is thoughtful but easy to put together? Gifts from the kitchen provide a way to give from the...

Those holiday blues

Gail Carlson, MPH, Ph.D., former Health Education Specialist, University of Missouri Extension True or false: Feeling let down, sad, tired or lacking in energy after...

Sharing meals brings joy to holiday season

Lynda Johnson, M.S., R.D., Nutrition and Health Education Specialist, University of Missouri Extension Cooking and eating together during the holidays are among the simple things...

The Covered Dish – Crab stew

This week we celebrated Christmas with my parents in Northeast Missouri.   I had everyone go around the room and share items, foods or activities...