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Position: Director and horticulture agent
Email: parmenterdm@co.laplata.co.us
Position: Director and horticulture agent
Email: parmenterdm@co.laplata.co.us
Position: Family and consumer science agent
This past month, La Plata County 4-H had the honor of awarding four $500 Higher Education Scholarships to our 4-H members who graduated from high school and are continuing their education in the...
DATE: June 17, 2020 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
A few months back, I overheard my 5-year-old rattling off names of countries from around the world. My oldest is either correcting or applauding her as she attempts to match images of flags with...
DATE: June 10, 2020 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
Every year, I write about the weather, and subsequently, every year, I write about writing about the weather. Kind of a “Who’s on First?” skit I do with all of you, so thanks for participating. To...
DATE: June 8, 2020 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
4-H had humble beginnings in 1902 in rural Ohio to teach youths farming and homemaking skills. It has since grown to be the largest youth development organization in the United States with more...
DATE: May 13, 2020 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
I’m sure you’ve read it somewhere, on a social media post, scrawled across the street in chalk or, if nowhere else, in this very column: We are all in this together. It’s an interesting concept to...
DATE: May 6, 2020 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
These winds are getting to me, and I don’t even live on Florida Mesa. They pick up in the afternoon, grabbing dust, dirt and pollen, and deposit them directly into my eyes and nose. I am a...
DATE: May 4, 2020 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
A new job always has a learning curve and unexpected challenges, but I thought I was prepared. After all, I have worked in the La Plata County Extension Office for nine years, and in my youth, I...
DATE: April 20, 2020 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
I don't imagine this place of social isolation, accompanied by major life disruptions is exactly what we envisioned spring would bring. But alas, here we are. Rather than packing up camping gear...
DATE: April 8, 2020 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
My Grandpa Parmenter was an auto parts salesman who had a pen collection like no other. He must have traded other salesmen – “I’ll give you a Big A Automotive for a Michelin” – and I think he must...
DATE: April 6, 2020 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
Isn’t it ironic how easily resolutions dissolve, in spite of our persistent desire to be healthy? In as little as two months, well-intended habits have collapsed into a pile of excuses. No need to...
DATE: March 11, 2020 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
I like the idea of writing with a pen or pencil. I actually lament that cursive isn’t as prevalent in the elementary school curriculum as it was when I was a kid. For those of you in my age bracket...
DATE: March 9, 2020 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
Many people come in and out of our life, fulfilling various roles, at various times. Parting ways comes with acceptance of change or heartbreak with loss. Yet, not all relationships end. For some,...
DATE: Feb. 6, 2020 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
Position: From the Extension Office
Email: ricekw@co.laplata.co.us
