School may be out, but there is plenty to learn this summer with the Mississippi State University Extension Service Quick Bites programs. The free interactive video conferencing sessions offered in June will touch on topics including gardening and horticulture, grocery budgets and health.
“Specialists on various subjects will be featured in these programs monthly over our MSU Extension Interactive Video Program from noon to 1 p.m. on designated Thursdays at our office at 318 Seventh St. N. in Columbus,” said Extension Agent Reid Nevins. Community members may also sign up to view the sessions at other county Extension offices, as well as at the Bost Extension Center on the MSU campus.
Zika virus, a mosquito-transmitted virus new to the Americas, has been in the news because of its devastating effects on unborn children. With more Americans returning from travel to Central and South America and the Caribbean this summer, there is a possibility Zika virus may become established in the southern U.S. This talk explores the new disease threat and provide ways citizens can protect themselves.
How to participate
Interested individuals must sign up with their county office to participate in the programs. Golden Triangle Extension office numbers are: Lowndes County, 662-328-2111; Oktibbeha County, 662-323-5916; and Clay County, 662-494-5371.
Visit techoutreach.msucares.com/quick-bites to view archived Quick Bites programs from previous months and watch for updates on future programs.
Jan Swoope is the Lifestyles Editor for The Commercial Dispatch.
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