K-State Extension - Harvey County

09/03/2026

🎯 Interested in 4-H Shooting Sports?

Parents and youth interested in learning more about the Harvey County 4-H Shooting Sports program are invited to an informational meeting!

📍 For the meeting location or additional information, email [email protected].

We hope to see you there! 🍀

09/03/2026

DEADLINE IS MONDAY!!
Apply here: https://www.harvey.k-state.edu/hort/master-gardener/

09/01/2026

🌱 Interested in becoming a Master Gardener? Applications are now open for the 2026 Harvey County Master Gardener Volunteer Training Course!

Apply here: https://www.harvey.k-state.edu/hort/master-gardener/

08/31/2026

Join us for the next Diabetes Connections with K-State Extension session on September 9 from 12:00 to 1:00 PM: Finding Your Balance: Healthy Coping for Diabetes. Explore effective coping strategies and connect with others as you continue your diabetes management journey.

This FREE session will help you build confidence in managing stress, navigating challenges, and developing healthy coping skills that support better diabetes management. Learn practical tools to stay steady, positive, and in control—no matter what life brings.

Register online today! https://bit.ly/4v4NNg5

Don’t wait! Spots are limited. Sign up and finish the series strong as you continue building healthier habits to improve your health.

08/24/2026

🌻 The deadline is quickly approaching! 🌻

Love gardening and want to grow your knowledge while giving back to the community? Applications are open for the Harvey County Master Gardener Volunteer Program! 🌱🌷

Apply here:
https://www.harvey.k-state.edu/hort/master-gardener/Master%20Gardener%20Application.pdf

Questions? Contact Scott Eckert at 316-284-6930

08/18/2026

A big THANK YOU to Mid Kansas Cooperative for supporting the Harvey County Fair! 💜

We are incredibly grateful for MKC’s generous donation and continued support of our fair, our programs and our community.

It takes great community partners to make the Harvey County Fair a success, and we’re so thankful to have MKC in our corner.

Thank you for investing in Harvey County 4-H!

08/17/2026

SECOND IN THE STATE! 🌿

We’re incredibly proud of our Harvey County 4-H Horticulture team after an outstanding showing at the State Horticulture Contest this weekend!

🏆 2nd Place Senior Team

And every team member finished in the TOP 10 individually!

🥈 Rylen — 2nd Place
🌿 Kyler — 4th Place
🌿 Shaley — 6th Place

What an incredible showing for Harvey County! Congratulations to Rylen, Kyler and Shaley on all the hard work that went into this accomplishment. 💜

08/14/2026

Don’t miss August 12th from 12:00–1:00 PM as we continue the Diabetes Connections with K‑State Extension series with Managing Risks: Daily Tools for Diabetes Control — a FREE, practical session designed to help you take charge of your health.

Managing Risks: Daily Tools for Diabetes Control
Learn how to stay ahead of complications by understanding key risk factors, medication routines, monitoring strategies, and small daily habits that make a big difference. This session will give you the tools to feel more confident and in control of your diabetes management.

Register online today! https://bit.ly/4v4NNg5
Join us in August and continue building healthier habits one month at a time.

08/14/2026

Agriculture is at the heart of Harvey County .. and so are the people behind it. 💚🌾

To our local farmers, ranchers, ag workers, and families: your mental health matters just as much as the work you do every day.

That’s why we want our Harvey County agriculture community to know about AgAssist. Those involved in production agriculture or the ag industry may qualify for up to six FREE mental health sessions, either in person or through telehealth.

Taking care of Harvey County agriculture means taking care of the people who make it possible. You don’t have to carry every load alone.

We honor the hardworking farmers, ranchers, and ag workers who keep our communities thriving. Your labor feeds the world and your mental health matters too.

We want to highlight one of our programs available: AgAssist
If you live or work in Harvey, Marion, or McPherson County and are involved in production farming or the agricultural industry, you and your family may qualify for up to 6 FREE mental health sessions, in person or by telehealth.
-Confidential
-Agriculture-trained providers
-No cost to you
-Flexible access from anywhere
Call 800-992-6292 to get started and learn more.
Walk-in services also available in Hillsboro, McPherson & Newton (Mon–Thurs, 8:30am–2:30pm)

Mental health in agriculture is a priority, and we are here to help, every step of the way.

08/14/2026

🌻 The Harvey County Master Gardeners had a great time at the Harvey County Free Fair!

From sharing gardening knowledge to connecting with community members, the fair is just one of the many ways our Master Gardener volunteers put their skills to work throughout Harvey County.

🌱 Interested in becoming a Master Gardener? Applications are now open for the 2026 Harvey County Master Gardener Volunteer Training Course! Apply here: https://www.harvey.k-state.edu/hort/master-gardener/