Two little girls friends have fun together with kite and toy plane on the field at sunny daytime. (Adobe Stock │ #369531968 - standret)

Get out and play: K-State expert says outdoor time is learning time for kids

Ranch couple. (Adobe Stock │ 310982436 - Terri Cage)
Delicious charcuterie board and veggie with dipping for American football game.(Adobe Stock │ #383201995 - Olesya)

Watching the Big Game? Don’t commit a party penalty

Velvet red cake on white plate.(Adobe Stock │ #132529131 - Yanawut Suntornkij)

Substitutes for recently banned cherry dye are limited, says food scientist

  • By Pat Melgares │ K-State Research and Extension news service
Citing health concerns, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has banned Red No. 3 dye in foods. Companies have until Jan. 15, 2027, to comply with the order. (Photo by Mitchell Alcala, OSU Agriculture)

FDA ban of Red No. 3 dye to take effect in 2027

Tired young woman in the bedroom with cleaning products and equipment. (Photo: Adobe Stock │ #213342456 - Kittiphan)

Taming clutter makes a home safer and more usable

Healthy food, healthy cooking, healthy diet. (Photo: Adobe Stock │ #236915128 - kucherav)

Positive lifestyle behaviors support a healthy immune system