Marion County AR Family & Consumer Sciences

03/05/2026

We are conducting a statewide, 10-minute survey to assess community awareness and education needs related to Alpha-Gal Syndrome (AGS) among Arkansas adults. Your feedback will help guide future Extension education efforts and resources.

Please consider taking the survey and sharing it through your county and Extension channels (listservs, social media pages, newsletters) and with local partners as appropriate.

Survey Link: https://uaex.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bvZEx6zXvHny7hs

02/28/2026

Food recall on Great Value Cottage Cheese.

02/25/2026

Our Arkansas Extension Family & Consumer Sciences team is working to help Arkansans better understand Alpha-Gal Syndrome — also known as the red meat allergy that starts with a bite from the lone star tick.

Would you help us by taking a survey?
https://bit.ly/ces-alpha-gal-survey

Your input will helps us develop and improve our educational programming.

02/18/2026

Early voting has started! Don't leave your photo ID at home.

Early voting starts Tuesday (Feb. 17) in Arkansas. Remember to bring your photo ID!

What ID is Accepted?
• Arkansas driver’s license or state ID card, including mobile ID
• U.S. Passport
• U.S. Military ID
• Employee badge or ID issued by Arkansas college or university
• Concealed handgun carry license
• Public assistance identification card
• Voter verification photo ID card issued by County Clerks

If you are bringing someone to physically assist you with voting, the helper will also need to show photo ID.

02/16/2026

Get the Facts: Marion County Special Election 🏛️🗳️

On March 3, 2026, Marion County voters will decide on two local ballot measures regarding a proposed new community center.

Because an informed community is a stronger community, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture’s Public Policy Center has partnered with our local Marion County Extension Office to provide a neutral, research-based fact sheet on these proposals.

What’s on the ballot?
Voters will consider two separate measures:

A 0.5% temporary sales tax & bond issue: To finance up to $16.5 million for the construction of a new community center.

A 0.25% permanent sales tax: To fund the ongoing operation and maintenance of the center, as well as other county general purposes.

Why read the fact sheet?
Our goal is to provide clear, non-biased information. The fact sheet explains how these taxes would affect the current county rate and includes a "Quick Look" at what a FOR or AGAINST vote means for each measure.

Download the full fact sheet here:
🔗https://www.uaex.uada.edu/business-communities/voter-education/docs/Marion-County-Spring-2026-Fact-Sheet.pdf

Read more on our blog:
🔗 https://www.uaex.uada.edu/business-communities/ced-blog/posts/2026/february/fact-sheet-available-for-march-marion-county-community-center-sales-tax-bond-issue-election.aspx

02/13/2026

Great time to get the kiddos involved in 4-H!

🐔🥚 Hy-Line Brown Layers are BACK for 4-H Poultry Chain 2026! 🥚🐔

We are excited to announce that this year’s poultry chain birds are Hy-Line Brown high-production layers — known for laying beautiful brown eggs and being excellent additions to any backyard flock!

📅 Deadline to Order: March 11th
📦 Distribution Day: April 8th
📍 Pickup at the Marion County Extension Office

Order Details:
• $27.50 per set (minimum of 15 pullets per box)
• Roosters: $1.50 each (max 5 per participant)
• Ages 5–19 (must be actively enrolled for 2026 in https://4h.zsuite.org/)

The goal of the Arkansas Poultry Chain is to raise the best birds from pickup day through county, district, and state fair. Participants will show their pen of best three pullets at the Marion County Fair — and you can show at State even if you don’t win Grand or Reserve at county!

✅ Sign up and pay online in https://4h.zsuite.org/
OR
💵 Stop by the Extension Office at 313 W. 7th Street in Yellville to pay in person.

These birds are fantastic layers and a great way to build responsibility, skills, and a strong fair project for 2026.

Don’t wait — get your order in before March 11th! 🐓

11/27/2025

🦃🍂Happy Thanksgiving from the Marion County Cooperative Extension Family and Consumer Sciences Program!

Today we pause to appreciate family, friends, wellness, and the everyday moments that make life meaningful. We are grateful for the opportunity to serve our community through education, nutrition, and support that helps families thrive.

May your Thanksgiving be filled with warmth, gratitude, and time shared with the people who matter most. We wish you a happy and healthy holiday. 💛

11/10/2025

From Halloween to New Year can be a very stressful time for many Americans. We can over extend ourselves in time, money, and energy. Planning ahead can reduce your stress about a big holiday meal. Check out the timeline and article to get going on the holiday prep now!
https://www.uaex.uada.edu/counties/white/small-steps-to-healthy-habits/posts/stresslessThanksgiving.aspx
Down load a timeline:https://www.uaex.uada.edu/counties/white/small-steps-to-healthy-habits/docs/timeline.doc.pdf
Online article by UAEX White County FCS / Katie Cullum