News Archive: Community Development
Art Plaza project pairs UK students with high school students
By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Feb. 11, 2013
Imagine an area at a local school where students socialize, sit and write while enjoying art in the form of sculptures, paved walkways, murals and even plants grown at the school.
UK College of Agriculture, UK Dining Services to offer local meats to students, community
By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Feb. 7, 2013
Read about the how the partnership between UK's College of Agriculture and Dining Services is providing local food to students and the surrounding area.
Report highlights agriculture’s impact on Fayette County economy
By
Laura Skillman
Published on Jan. 29, 2013
UK College of Agriculture researchers share results from a report about agriculture's economic impact on Fayette County.
Kentucky Equine Survey releases initial findings
By
Holly Wiemers
Published on Jan. 22, 2013
The results of the first comprehensive statewide survey in three decades about equine and equine assets is now available.
FarmHouse fraternity to break ground for new house
By
Jeff Franklin
Published on Jan. 18, 2013
Long awaited day finally arrives for FarmHouse fraternity.
Sampling impacts purchases at farmers markets
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on Dec. 20, 2012
Best Practices for Sampling at Farmers Markets is a free manual for farmers & market managers interested in providing samples to patrons.
Extension agents work to prevent substance abuse
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Dec. 14, 2012
Read about the programs UK extension agents are offering to help curtail substance abuse in their communities.
All the warmth but none of the costs
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Dec. 5, 2012
After working with UK, a Hart County farmer's energy bill this winter may be next to nothing.
College of Ag helps first-year students succeed
By
Breanna Shelton
Published on Nov. 19, 2012
Read about the college's Living Learning Program and its role in students' success.
Second phase of 4-H Camp Improvement Campaign begins
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Nov. 15, 2012
Kentucky 4-H and the Kentucky 4-H Foundation are launching the second phase of their fundraising efforts to fund improvements for the state's 4-H camps.