Family & Consumer Sciences OkState Extension

05/29/2026

Mid-Year Financial Checkup Helps Keep Goals on Track. It doesn’t seem too long ago when the notes of Auld Lang Syne filled the air, and people were setting their goals for 2026. Now that the year is half over, it’s a good time to check the progress of the financial goals that were set at the beginning of the year. Read more at https://bit.ly/3QdDrLn

05/27/2026

Re-Adjusting After Divorce: Stress, Health Risks and Coping Tools. Divorce is a life-altering event affecting millions of families nationwide. The legal and emotional impact of divorce is widely discussed. However, the physical effects of divorce are just as important to understand. Read more at https://bit.ly/4a8zMVO

05/22/2026

"Where and How to Dispose of Unused Medications." Is your medicine cabinet full of expired drugs or medications you no longer use? The best way to dispose of most types of expired, unwanted or unused medicines is through a drug take-back program. To read more go to the FDA website and search the title.

05/21/2026

Discover how to make a vibrant, fresh Corn and Avocado Salad that is the perfect summer side dish for barbecues, picnics, and potlucks! OSU Assistant Extension Specialist Christi Evans shows how to build a colorful, crunchy salad using simple, healthy ingredients.

Discover how to make a vibrant, fresh Corn and Avocado Salad that is the perfect summer side dish for barbecues, picnics, and potlucks! OSU Assistant Extensi...

05/18/2026

Home alone for the Summer: Is your child ready: Parents considering allowing their child to stay home alone this summer may have visions of “Home Alone” protagonist Kevin McCallister fighting off the Wet Bandits or getting into other mischief. With the end of the school year approaching, it’s crunch time for parents to make summer plans for their children. Read more at bit.ly/4foEYIF

05/15/2026

Christi Evans, Assistant State Extension Specialist tells us why this matters?

• Canning is a science requiring tested recipes
• Safety depends on precise acidity, ingredients, and processing times
• AI-generated recipes may omit critical safety steps
Key reminders for clients:
• AI is helpful for general cooking ideas
• Do NOT use AI for canning or food preservation
• Always rely on research-tested recipes
Trusted sources:
• USDA
• National Center for Home Food Preservation
• Extension materials
As AI becomes more prevalent, helping clients distinguish between safe and unsafe uses is essential.

05/13/2026

11 Ways to Keep Calm in Turbulent Economic Times. 1. Keeping things in perspective 2. Breaking your habits 3. Ignore the noise 4. Control what you can, to read more go to the AARP website and look under the Money category.

05/11/2026

Financial Tips: Spring Clean Your Finances.
Money graphic - Review Your Spending
Scissors graphic - Cut Unnecessary Costs
Calculator Graphic - Cancel Unused Subscriptions
Bag of Money Graphic - Sell Items You Don't Need

05/08/2026

Light the candles and toss the confetti because Extension is celebrating 112 years! 🎂🎉

On May 8, 1914, the Smith-Lever Act was signed, creating the Cooperative Extension System to connect land-grant universities with local communities through education, outreach and research-based resources. OSU Extension has continued that mission by serving Oklahomans in all 77 counties!

🔗: https://okla.st/3RuAoyw

05/08/2026

May is National Women’s Health Month, led annually by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office on Women’s Health (OWH) to encourage women and girls to prioritize their health. It officially begins on Mother's Day with National Women's Health Week, focusing on screenings, mental health, and physical activity.

05/06/2026

Cooking for one or two doesn’t have to mean endless leftovers, oversized portions or wasted food. With some creative planning and a few smart strategies, consumers can prepare healthy, tasty and affordable meals while saving time and reducing waste. To read more go to https://bit.ly/3RkQivk