Agriculture

I have a dream that the 4-H Communications Event beginning at 6 p.m. Feb. 28, at the Extension office, will be filled with youth delivering sensational speeches, daring demonstrations and astounding talent driven performances during the variety show.  For those of you who have shied away from the limelight this is your chance to step up and show everyone your skills.  If you are not sure where to start on writing a speech or demonstrations check out our website for helpful tips at www.henrycounty4h.com.

You’ve met her before. You can even remember where.  But her name? It eludes you, taunting you, just out of reach. 

Has this happened to you? Do you accept it as part of growing older? Ironically, this attitude may make things worse.

Aging can make it harder to remember some things. But by focusing on your potential and continuing to exercise your mind, you may be able to boost your memory power. Get started with these strategies shared by UK Health Care:

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As spring approaches, many homeowners begin to think about their yard’s landscape. To ensure healthy spring plants, homeowners may want to prune the trees and shrubs around their home. But do not just prune for the sake of pruning, make sure you have a valid reason for pruning before you begin.

Now is the time when we start thinking about filing our income taxes from the previous year.  Even though it’s an annual event, it can cause anxiety for many. By preparing now, you can ease the process for yourself and your tax preparer.