Opinions

Have you ever been to the Kansas State Fair?

With a new school year comes the sense of being overwhelmed almost on a daily basis. We struggle to fit all the pieces into a puzzle that sometimes doesn’t allow them to all fit. With a freshman and seventh grader myself, I have a new schedule to adapt to. In searching for a quote for this week, I came across several that simply hit home. The very first one was, “Burnout is not about being too busy or feeling overwhelmed... it’s feeling like your work has no purpose and you don’t have support.” There have been many times I have felt this. It could be something caused from impostor syndrome, something I have been told by many that I have. However, it’s the support that I do have that keeps me going! We all hit a brick wall from time to time, but it is the reminder that we have others to lean on and when we reach that wall, we simply need to stop, unplug for a few minutes/days/etc. and reboot. We are the authors of our own stories and sometimes we simply need to end a chapter and start a fresh one.

Bird feeders can allow homeowners to enjoy wildlife in their backyard, but may also attract predators and wildlife, such as raccoons and deer. Bird feeders are a great way to enjoy nature without leaving your front porch, and many homeowners understand the joys of seeing multiple bird species frequent the feeders. However, actions all have some sort of reactions. Some are positive and some can be negative.

It’s time for Boots and Bling….and Football!

Back-to-school time can be both exciting and over

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Just like that, summer fun is wrapping up as students (and faculty/ staff) are returning to the classrooms for the 2024-25 school year. Area schools began last week, with Eureka USD 389 starting the new adventure this Thursday. Fall sports practices began on Monday of this week and before you know it, parents/guardians and fans will be busy throughout the week as they chase their favorite Tornado/Bulldog/Tiger/ Patriot.

Greenwood County • Agriculture and Natural Resources Extension Agent