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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
I never really considered myself a “lawn guy.” Don’t get me wrong, I thoroughly enjoy lying down under the shade of a tree on soft grass or seeing the outfield of the baseball field bright green...
DATE: Aug. 17, 2020 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
For the sixth week in a row, I’ve left the grocery store with a touch of sticker shock. The first few occasions, I blamed it on the purchase of higher-priced items you need only periodically. Now,...
DATE: Aug. 5, 2020 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
This pandemic has resulted in many ups and downs this year; however, I have been reflecting on how La Plata County 4-H and I have a lot to be grateful for. The support that we receive from our...
DATE: July 15, 2020 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
I’ve thought about writer’s block a fair amount this week. Not just because I’m experiencing it, but also because it seems to mimic a state familiar to writers and non-writers alike. That feeling...
DATE: July 8, 2020 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
I promise the next 550 words, give or take, won’t be about the weather. It’s not like I couldn’t – between the incessant wind, lack of rainfall or temperatures in the mid-90s, I could in fact write...
DATE: July 6, 2020 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
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
