UT Extension - Decatur County

05/29/2026

🍋FRESH SQUEEZED FREEDOM🍋
Celebrate America's 250th Birthday in style at this year's The Big Squeeze with our brand new Fresh Squeezed Freedom T-Shirts!

These tees are on sale NOW through June 12th— don’t miss your chance to grab one before they're gone!

💲Prices:
🍋XS-XL: $25
🍋2XL-3XL: $26
🍋Youth Sizes Available!

You can order and pay at Decatur County Chamber of Commerce, JL Designs or TNL Today.

05/28/2026

🌽✨ Nothing says summer like fresh sweet corn! ✨🌽

From backyard cookouts to family picnics, sweet corn is a warm-weather favorite—and it’s even better when you get creative with it. This collection of recipes takes corn beyond the cob with fresh, flavorful dishes you’ll love all season long.

🥗 Grilled corn salads
🌶️ Zesty salsas
🧀 Comforting casseroles
🍦 Even a unique sweet corn dessert!

Whether you’re planning a BBQ or just looking to use up your farmers market haul, these recipes are the perfect way to celebrate summertime flavors.

Celebrate summertime with these easy, fresh and flavor-packed sweet corn recipes from appetizers to dessert.

05/28/2026

Our Sr. High Livestock Judging team is hard at work preparing for the state contest next week! We’re proud of the time, dedication, and effort these students are putting in as they get ready to compete. Wishing them lots of luck as they represent our county! 🍀

05/27/2026

Looking to reduce your sodium intake? At the grocery store, look for products labeled “low sodium,” “reduced sodium,” or “no salt added.” Fresh, frozen, or canned vegetables with no salt or sauce added are also great low-sodium choices! https://bit.ly/4aK8in2

05/27/2026

4-H members John Lawson Pearcy and Jonah Smith are at OWLS Camp this week! They were dropped off yesterday and are ready for a week full of outdoor adventures, wildlife education, leadership activities, and service projects. We know it will be a fun packed week filled with learning, memories, and new friendships! 🍃🦉🌲

05/27/2026

Our Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, Jenny Smith, held a Chunky Blanket Class at Parsons Church of Christ last night.

Do you have a group you would like to hold a class or do something fun with? Invite our Agents to come to your event or to hold a class at your location!

05/24/2026

May is Older Americans Month! Staying physically active is key to maintaining a healthy body and mind as we age. 💪🏽🧠
Regular physical activity like walking, yoga, or dancing can boost brain function and overall well-being. Find out more: https://bit.ly/3RcBOLe

05/21/2026

📱🧡 Tonight we wrapped up our Tap into Tech class, and what a great experience it has been! A huge thank you to everyone who helped make this program possible and successful for our community.

Special thanks to Mayor Mike Creasy for the grant support, Sreedhar Upendram with UTIA, for the curriculum, Danny Hayes with The News Leader, Sydney Lopiccolo with The Chamber, Brent Burnine with LexNet, and Mary Beth Smith and Diana McClasin with Decatur County Bank for their support and partnership throughout the class.

We were also excited to have UT student Sofia Phoebus join us to teach about social media and help participants feel more confident navigating today’s technology.

We appreciate everyone who attended, asked questions, and spent their time learning with us. It’s always rewarding to see our community come together to learn new skills and support one another! 📱🧡

If you are interested in the next session of classes, that start July 13, call our office at 731-852-2831.

05/21/2026

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Join us again this year for Food, Fun, men's health month with guest speaker AND register for our Grillin' & Chillin' Meat Basket!

05/20/2026

Managing stress is key to mental and physical well-being. Activities like keeping a journal, physical activity, and practicing relaxation techniques are great ways to start! Learn more: https://bit.ly/4rEGLMU