McLean County Newsletter Oct. 2025
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McLean County Extension – October 2025 Highlights
Harvest Day – Myer Creek Park (Oct. 4)
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Team Game: 2:00 PM
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Pumpkin & Gourd Decorating Contest: Judging at 4:00 PM
Farm to Fork
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Collecting local farm family stories.
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Contact: Jessica.L.Johnson@uky.edu
Ag Safety Day
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4th grade event focused on combine, fire, ATV, and chemical safety.
Homemakers
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New cookbook fundraiser coming soon.
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October Lesson: Indoor Air Quality.
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Club dues due mid-November.
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Recognition at Green River Annual Day for community contributions.
Plant Swap
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Successful fall event with plans for spring return in 2026.
Fire Prevention During Harvest
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Reminder: keep fire extinguishers ready, clean combines daily, check for leaks, and keep water tanks/pumps available.
Classes – Masterpiece Makers (Oct. 13)
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Acrylic Painting: 9–11 AM
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3D Printing: 1–3 PM
4-H News
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McLean Co. Shooting Sports teams excelled at KY State Competition.
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Awards in archery, BB rifle, .22 rifle, and air pistol.
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Special recognition: Jack Evans & John Mark Toor.
Going Digital!
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Newsletter will now be distributed by email.
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Limited paper copies available by request or office pickup.
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Saves ~18,000 sheets of paper annually.
Health & Wellness Spotlight
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Topic: Senior Orphans / Solo Agers – planning for independence, interdependence, and long-term care.
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More info: Health Bulletins.
