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Around the Table
Meal time should be an important part of family time
From the strict rules of the Great Depression to today’s busy schedules, a look at how family mealtime has evolved and why gathering at the table still matters.
How-To's
How to host a memorable dinner party for any occassion
Have you ever wanted to host a few people for dinner and were not sure where to start? I can help.
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How to make an activity wish jar
When we look back on our childhoods, the experiences we had are far more memorable than any gift we were ever given, which is...
Columns
Bringing baby chicks — and a lot of joy — into the house
The arrival of baby chicks at the feed store is the one true sign of spring on the plains, leading to new additions, surprise snow, and a movie night for the ages.
Spring is a brave yellow wave, a loud ‘How’do!’ and a glint of gold
Alan Guebert reflects on the seasonal rituals of spring and the unforgettable neighbors who once shaped the landscape of a southern Illinois farm.
Dear Extension: Solving the toughest family farm dilemmas
From sweat equity to privacy boundaries, Ohio State University Extension’s David Marrison answers "Dear Abby" style questions to help families navigate farm management.
Meal time should be an important part of family time
From the strict rules of the Great Depression to today’s busy schedules, a look at how family mealtime has evolved and why gathering at the table still matters.
A legacy in bloom: Work done today is foundation for tomorrow
Writer Aaron Dodds shares how his great-great-great-grandfather’s 19th-century farm legacy and the Founding Fathers shape modern agricultural stewardship.
Jingles all the way
Explore the nostalgic world of catchy jingles and "ear worms" that live rent-free in our heads, from Band-Aids to Big Macs. Why is advertising so unforgettable?
