Provides information on how to register for Child Care Provider classes sponsored by the LSU AgCenter.

It’s important to be careful when you handle turkey. Thawing, stuffing, cooking, serving and storing leftovers should be done properly to prevent food borne illness, often called food poisoning. Follow the rules and the guidelines to keep your turkey safe and delicious.

The holidays should be a relaxing time to visit with family and friends, but too often the stress of entertaining can make the season less enjoyable.

These articles provide insights into how parents should approach common issues.

Food is a necessity for life, and as a result, a three-day emergency food supply is something you hear a lot about when hurricane season approaches. Many people are not sure what makes up a three-day emergency food supply. It actually involves more than just the food.

Information on food safety regarding hurricanes and refrigerated foods.

Breakfast is usually considered the most important meal of the day, but one-fourth of children ages 6 to 11 miss that meal.

As the first day of school approaches, many parents find themselves anxious about how their children will adjust.

Soaring summer temperatures can be a great threat to active kids, resulting in dehydration and heat-related illness.

Family members should eat together throughout the year. You always hear that family time is very important during the holidays, and eating together as a family allows you to spend more time with loved ones.

News article about family rituals from LaSalle Parish Extension Agent Kimberly Evans

Although it takes years for children to develop a sound sense of money and how to use it, summer provides a perfect time for parents to lay a foundation for children to form positive money management skills.

Provides information on preparing your child for going back to school -- or to a new school.

This newsletter is designed to provide information to parents on child development, guidance, discipline, child and family literacy, and building character in young children.

News article about gardening with children from LaSalle Parish Extension Agent Kimberly Evans.

News article on barbecue safety from LaSalle Parish Extension Agent Kimberly Evans

News article about children and the Internet from LaSalle Parish Extension Agent Kimberly Evans.

Article on how to protect yourself against identity theft.

The foods you eat now can help you have a healthy heart all your life. Eating too much fat when you’re young can lead to heart problems as you grow older. Help your heart by making healthy food choices.