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Emily Ade introduced as Benton County Extension director; part-time administrative assistant to be posted

Benton County Council · February 26, 2026
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Summary

Emily Ade, currently director of the Warren County Extension office, introduced herself to the Benton County Council as the new Benton County Extension director under a region-based platform and said the office will post a part-time administrative assistant position.

Emily Ade introduced herself to the Benton County Council on Feb. 26 as the director for the Warren County Extension office and said that, because the Extension service has moved to a region-based platform, she will serve as Benton County Extension office—s new director for the foreseeable future.

Ade said she will act as the council's liaison for Extension and asked council members to reach out with questions. She also said the office is currently posting a part-time position for an administrative assistant to support local Extension work.

No vote or formal appointment was recorded in the meeting minutes; Ade—s introduction was presented as an operational update and liaison notification. Council members did not provide additional public comment in the minutes about Extension programs or staffing during the Feb. 26 session.

Next steps: The Extension office will proceed with posting the part-time administrative assistant position and will communicate with county officials as needed.