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Texas A&M AgriLife Extension highlights local programs; Ellis County adds two extension agents
Summary
Prairie View A&M and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension staff briefed the commissioners on county programs, reported outreach numbers and introduced two new agents: a family and community health agent and a 4-H youth development agent.
Representatives from Texas A&M AgriLife Extension and Prairie View A&M briefed the Ellis County Commissioners Court on local extension activities, staffing changes and outreach accomplishments, and introduced two new agents who will serve the county.
Jay Kingston, district extension administrator, told the court the county's AgriLife office had notable staff turnover this year, including a retirement and a recent resignation. He said federal program cuts reduced the Better Living for Texans (BLT) program statewide and that Ellis County lost one position as a result. Kingston credited county volunteers and program partners with sustaining many programs…
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