The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension staff consists of five professional county extension agents and one program assistant trained in the agriculture/natural resources, horticulture, family and consumer sciences, and youth development, as well as support staff who are available to meet your educational needs and requests. Specific areas of program emphasis includes: Water Quality and Conservation, Quality of Life, Resource and Emergency Management, Urban Youth Development, Youth Education, and Nutrition and Wellness. So tune in every FRIDAY at 1PM to hear from your local Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Services.
Heart Association Gulf Coast Region Tracy VanNostrand, VP Development, Gulf Coast; Emily Gordon, Community Impact Director; and Christin Allphin, EVP for Woodforest National Bank: Immediate past Montgomery County Board Chair, Current Board Member for newly expanded Gulf Coast, and Honoree at the Montgomery County Heart Ball. They discuss what AHA does and why they do it, along with top ten tips for healthy living. https://www.heart.org/ https://www.heart.org/en/volunteer/opportunities https://www.heart.org/en/affiliates/texas/houston Facebook: @AmericanHeart https://www.facebook.com/AmericanHeart Twitter: @American_Heart
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10.8.21 - Disaster Assessment and Recovery (DAR) - The Extension Hour
Disaster Assessment and Recovery (DAR)– Did you know there is a natural disaster occurring somewhere in Texas on average of every 7 months? Matt Holloway, DAR agent serving Montgomery County joins Brandon Gregson, Agriculture Agent, and Amy to discuss how and why the DAR unit is now a part of Extension programming efforts. They also provide useful tips people can use in preparing for or responding to natural disasters
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A Journey of Addiction and Recovery – Janelle Martin and Regan Steinert join Amy to share their story of Regan’s addiction and recovery to help others in their journey toward better behavioral health.
More information about us and to contact us
www.ourbeautifulrecovery.com
Parents of Addicted Loved Ones (find a meeting and information)
www.palgroup.org
Information about MicroCurrent Neurofeedback for mental health:
www.mindconnection.org
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9.10.21 - "Hope" - The Extension Hour
Kim and Jud Hess, of the Cassidy Joined for Hope Foundation, and Jodie Schrier, director of Hope for the Holidays, talk with Amy about the foundation, fundraising, and having hope.
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8.20.21 - "Living & Aging Well" - The Extension Hour
Amy is joined by Brent and Pauline Veazey of Assisted living Locators discussing awareness and resources related to living and aging with the best possible options. Brent and Pauline offer helpful information on “normal” aging and when/how to ask for help when needed.
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“Case Studies in Ethnic Backgrounds and Racism” Amy talks with Craig Rotter, Sonja Davis, and Mario Villarino of Extension’s Coming Together for Racial Understanding workgroup, discussing how previous conversations on “flip the script” and “dialogues and debates” relate to potential life scenarios.
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“Dialogue or Debate? Tips for productive conversations about race” Amy is joined by Dawn Burton, Sonja Davis, and Craig Rotter, members of Extension’s Coming Together for Racial Understanding work group, to discuss ways to navigate through difficult conversations about race and race relations.
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2.19.21 - “So, you want an Ag Exemption for your land…” - The Extension Hour
Amy and Brandon are joined by Jake Martinez and Misty Gipson from the Montgomery County Appraisal District discussing the ins and outs of agriculture exemptions and tax valuations for land owners.
Montgomery County Appraisal District
mcad-tx.org
Misty Gipson, RPA, RTA
Ag and Timber Coordinator
mgipson@mcad-tx.org
936-521-8803
Jacob Martinez, RPA
Ag and Timber Coordinator
mailto:jmartinez@mcad-tx.org
936-521-8801
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Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Agricultural Law Specialist, Tiffany Dowell Lashmet will be on the show to discuss important topics for landowners, such as: "How do I protect myself if someone gets hurt on my land?," Texas fence law, and agricultural lease agreements. Live online - http://irlonestar.com Live on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/agrilifemoco/ Live on Conroe's FM 104.5/106.1
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12.11.20 -“Volunteers are the Heart of Extension” with Montgomery County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, LIVE on Lone Star Community Radio
“Volunteers are the Heart of Extension” State volunteer specialist Laura Huebinger joins the Montgomery County Extension faculty to highlight the volunteers and partners that help make the Extension program successful
12.18.20 - 12.18.20 - “Flip the Script on race and ethnicity” - The Extension Hour
“Flip the Script on race and ethnicity” Amy is joined by Dawn Burton, Sonja Davis, and Craig Rotter, members of Extension’s Coming Together for Racial Understanding work group, sharing strategies to turn uncomfortable conversations into inclusive environments
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Community Help is coming your way: Judge Wayne L. Mack and Amy will discuss the upcoming Community Help Expo and the ongoing work of the Behavioral Health & Suicide Prevention Task Force: Montgomery County www.CommunityHelp.org https://www.facebook.com/bhsptaskforcemc
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"Best Practices for Fall Gardening" with Montgomery County Master Gardeners, Flo Decker and Ethel O'Dell sharing secrets to successful fall gardening.
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"4-H Project Opportunities" Michelle Mihalek and Justin Saenz will break down the plethora of opportunities and contests in 4-H.
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“Helping Texans Lead Healthier Lives” with Norma Munoz, County Extension Agent - Family and Community Health, Nueces County. We will discusses strategies Texans can use to live healthier.
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“Texas Together to Fight Suicide” with Cammy L. Hazim, South and Southeast Texas Area Director of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. We will discuss the work of AFSP and the “Talk Saves Lives” program
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8.14.20 - 4H Program Update - The Extension Hour - Live on Lone Star Community Radio
4-H members will be on the air, discussing the recent 4-H awards program, the upcoming 4-H year, and how to get enrolled.
Guest information:
Michelle Mihalek, County Extension Agent – 4-H Youth Development mmmihalek@ag.tamu.edu
Justin Saenz, County Extension Agent – Urban Youth Development Justin.Saenz@ag.tamu.edu
Danae Lesner, 4H Member and County Council Chairman
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Instagram: montcotx4h
Twitter: @MontgomeryCo4H
7.31.20 - Building the Behavior Health and Suicide Prevention Task Force - John Tindall and Kelly Locke - The Extension Hour - LIVE on Lone Star Community Radio
Building the Behavioral Health & Suicide Prevention Task Force: Montgomery County- John Tindall and Kelly Locke join Amy to talk about the formation and work of BHSP and provide some helpful information for good mental health practices along the way.
https://www.facebook.com/bhsptaskforcemc
bhsptaskforcemc@gmail.com
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7.24.20 - Kelly Locke, Conroe ISD Mental Health Specialist - The Extension Hour
"Dealing With Dilemmas" Kelly Locke, Conroe ISD Mental Health Specialist talks with Amy about tips for parents and kids in dealing with uncertainties, situations beyond control, and disagreements.
For dealing with dilemmas:
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klocke@conroeisd.net
https://twitter.com/locke_kel https://www.conroeisd.net/department/guidance-counseling/
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7.17.20 - The Extension Hour - Live on Lone Star Community Radio with the Montgomery County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension
Chatting about Chickens in Classrooms…and other life science stuff
Jo Picken, Montgomery County 4-H Program Assistant jo.picken@ag.tamu.edu
Justin Saenz, Montgomery County Extension Agent-Urban Youth Development, justin.saenz@ag.tamu.edu
936-539-7823
https://agrilife.org/montgomery4h/
9020 Airport Road, Conroe, Texas 77303
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Buzz about bees with Bill Boytim and Brandon Gregson. In this episode of The Extension Hour, Amy visits will Bill and Brandon about basics of beekeeping and other tips for being around bees.
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6.26.20 - Horticulture Michael Potter - The Extension Hour - Live on Lone Star Community Radio
Montgomery County Extension Agent - Horticulture Michael Potter is joining Amy Ressler on the show to talk about irrigation in your lawn and garden. Find out the best way to keep your green spaces healthy while conserving water.
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Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Agent - Family & Community Health, Amy Ressler will be joined by representatives from MET to discuss some of their programs, including Texas Home Visiting, Opening Doors, Head Start, and the Senior Community Service Employment Program. Live online - http://irlonestar.com Live on our Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/agrilifemoco Live on Conroe's FM 104.5/106.1 Check out past shows of The Extension Hour - http://irlonestar.com/teh Subscribe to The Extension Hour podcast on iTunes/Google Play/YouTube Sponsor this show! Contact Dick Schissler at dick@irlonestar.com
2.28.20 - Mosaics of Mercy - The Extension Hour
County Extension Agent Amy Ressler will be joined by Sherry Burkhard from the organization, Mosaics of Mercy.
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County Extension Agent - Family & Community Health Amy Ressler will be joined by Montgomery County 4-H for "4-H 101 - Part 1." Live online - http://irlonestar.com Live on our Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/agrilifemoco Live on Conroe's FM 104.5/106.1 Check out past shows of The Extension Hour - http://irlonestar.com/teh Subscribe to The Extension Hour podcast on iTunes/Google Play/YouTube! Sponsor This Show! Contact Dick Schissler at dick@irlonestar.com
2.7.20 - The Extension Hour - Live on Lone Star Community Radio
Amy Ressler will be joined by representatives form MET to talk about the Fatherhood Initiative program. Live online - http://irlonestar.com Live on our Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/agrilifemoco/ Live on Conroe's FM 104.5/106.1 Check out past shows of The Extension Hour - http://irlonestar.com/teh Subscribe to The Extension Hour Podcast on iTunes/Google Play/YouTube! Sponsor this show! Contact Dick Schissler at dick@irlonestar.com
1.17.20 - Montomgery County Master Gardeners - The Extension Hour - LIVE on Lone Star Community Radio County Extension Agent - Family & Community Health, Amy Ressler is joined by Montgomery County Master Gardeners Gary Tannahill and Scott Darnell. Gary and Scott will be discussing the upcoming Fruit & Nut Tree Sale (1/25/20) and giving tips on spring gardening.
Extension Agents Amy Ressler and Brandon Gregson will be joined by Dr. Dan Hale. Dr. Hale is the Associate Director for Ag and Natural Resources, as well as the Coordinator for the Path to the Plate program. Live online: http://irlonestar.com Live on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/agrilifemoco Live on Conroe's FM 104.5/106.1
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12.6.19 - The Extension Hour - Dispute Resolution Center
Savannah Martin from the Dispute Resolution Center, and former 4-H member, will discuss DRC services, tips for settling disputes, and how 4-H has impacted her life and career choices.
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Extension Agents from surrounding counties will be in the studio sharing what it means to them to be a county agent. Live online - http://irlonestar.com Live on our Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/agrilifemoco Live on Conroe's FM 104.5/106.1 Check out past shows of The Extension Hour - http://irlonestar.com/teh Subscribe to The Extension Hour podcast on iTunes/Google Play/YouTube! Sponsor this show! Contact Dick Schissler at dick@irlonestar.com
Montgomery County Extension Agents Amy Ressler and Justin Saenz will be discussing the 4-H Robotics project in Montgomery County.
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County Extension Agent -Agriculture, Brandon Gregson and Montgomery County Adult Horse Committee volunteers, Marilyn Kinney and Laura Alexander will join Amy Ressler to speak about educational programs involving horses for youth and adults. Live online - irlonestar.com Live on our Facebook page - www.facebook.com/agrilifemoco/ Live on Conroe's FM 104.5/106.1 Check out past shows of The Extension Hour - irlonestar.com/teh Subscribe to The Extension Hour podcast on iTunes/Google Play/Youtube! Sponsor this show! Contact Dick Schissler at dick@irlonestar.com
Montgomery County Extension Agent - Family & Community Health, Amy Ressler will be joined by Ashton Herring, Outreach Coordinator with the Montgomery County Hospital District. They will be discussing how to stay safe, with topics such as fall prevention, staying cool in the summer heat, and passenger safety seats for children. Live online - http://irlonestar.com/ Live on our Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/agrilifemoco Live on Conroe's FM 104.5/106.1 Check out past shows of The Extension Hour - http://irlonestar.com/teh Subscribe to The Extension Hour podcast on iTunes/Google Play/YouTube! Sponsor this show! Contact Dick Schissler at dick@irlonestar.com
County Extension Agent Amy Ressler will be joined by dietetic intern, Sarah Millard to talk about health and nutrition. Live online - http://irlonestar.com/ Live on our Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/agrilifemoco/ Live on Conroe's FM 104.5/106.1 Check out past shows of The Extension Hour - http://irlonestar.com/teh Subscribe to The Extension Hour podcast on iTunes/Google Play/Youtube! Sponsor this show! Contact Dick Schissler at dick@irlonestar.com
Valeria Stewart with Texas Community Watershed Partners, a special projects office within Texas A&M AgriLife Extension will be discussing an upcoming, free workshop designed to educate local stakeholders and decision makers about long-term growth and development, natural hazards, and public resources. Workshop participants will be using an interactive, sim-city style mapping exercise (C.H.A.R.M.) specifically for Montgomery County on July 23, 2019. www.communitycharm.org. Live online - http://irlonestar.com Live on our Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/agrilfemoco/ Live on Conroe's FM 104.5/106.1
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Montgomery County Extension Agent - Family & Community Health Amy Ressler will have Master Gardener Judy Woodcock in the studio to discuss bees and beekeeping.
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Montgomery County Extension Agent - Family & Community Health, Amy Ressler will be joined by Shellie Winkler, Director of Elementary Education with Conroe Independent School District to discuss Connections at Conroe ISD and Sam Houston Elementary.
Montgomery County Extension Agent - Family & Community Health, Amy Ressler will have special guest Rev. Scott Moore on the show. Scott is the Director of Missional Excellence with United Methodist Service Center, as well as a Montgomery County Family & Community Health volunteer. Scott and Amy will be discussing the school board and UMC Missions.
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Montgomery County Extension Agent - Family & Community Health, Amy Ressler will be joined by Mike Lopez, the state coordinator for Walk Across Texas
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Montgomery County Extension Agent - Family & Community Health, Amy Ressler will be joined by the YMCA to discuss programs and services offered.
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Montgomery County Extension Agent - Family & Community Health, Amy Ressler will be joined by Lone Star College, as well as Justin Saenz, County Extension Agent - Urban Youth Development and Jo Picken, - 4-H Program Assistant. Up for discussion is the Texas Wildlife and Woodland Expo, taking place on Saturday, March 2nd at Lone Star College - Montgomery.
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Montgomery County Extension Agent - Family & Community Health, Amy Ressler will be joined by The Woodlands Children's Museum. Topics will include the Museum's upcoming programs for children, including "Fitness Frenzy," taking place on February 23rd.
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Montgomery County Extension Agent - Family & Community Health Amy Ressler will have special guest Sharon Walker on the show. Sharon is a long-time Montgomery County Master Gardener. She will be discussing the numerous gardening classes and events that are planned to take place throughout the year at the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office in Conroe. LIVE online - irlonestar.com/ Live on our Facebook page - www.facebook.com/agrilifemoco/ Live on Conroe's FM 104.5/106.1
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Montgomery County Extension Agent - Family and Community Health Amy Ressler will be joined by Montgomery County Master Gardener Association's Gary Tannahill and Scott Darnell. Gary and Scott will be discussing the upcoming Master Gardener Fruit & Nut Tree Sale, being held on Saturday, January 26, 2019. Like us on FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/agrilifemoco/ Email US: montgomery-tx@tamu.edu Website: montgomery.agrilife.org/ This show is produced and copyrighted by Lone Star Community Radio, visit irlonestar.com/ for more information.
Michael Potter & Bob Dailey discuss plants, techniques and common drought issues.
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4-H Program Assistant, Rachel Cooper is joined by 4-H members participating in the Food & Nutrition and Robotics projects as well as Montgomery County Fair representative, Sandy Edwards. 4-H has projects for everyone and lots of events happening in the Spring with lots of successful 4-H members.
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Amy and Mike are joined by Diana Garbis, Executive Director of the E3 Center. E3 stands for Equip, Educate, and Empower. The center is an umbrella for services providing a central point of contact for a variety of resources that help people move out of poverty and prevent homelessness.
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Interview with Bo & Carrie Poole regading family operations at P-6 Farms
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Dr. Mark Faries, joins Amy to discuss current research relate to health including causes for disease, solutions, magic formulas, and yes, pudding! fitnesspudding.com, that is! A great resource for checking the accuracy of fitness and health related information.
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What about organic food? Amy Ressler and Mike McBride visit with Dr. Philip Shackelford, Regional Program Director for Agriculture and Natural Resources about what organic means and how consumers can make informed decisions to better their health.
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Did you know that 4-H is more than cows and plows? It's about leadership, citizenship, and helping your community! Today on The Extension Hour, Caroline Cruz, County Extension Agent, was joined by Kayla, a 4-H member. Kayla is in high school and is very active in 4-H and community service. Her 4-H Club has volunteered at the East Texas Dream Center, and she told us about their needs. Other guests today included Merrie Decker who is a Montgomery County Master Gardener, Susan Buchholz who is a 4th grade teacher at Bear Branch Elementary, and Laura Atchetee, a parent volunteer. We discussed the very active Junior Master Gardener Program at Bear Branch, where students are gardening, growing veggies, wildflowers, and helping Monarch butterflies thrive. To learn more about 4-H and school programs, visit: agrilife.org/montgomery4h/. To learn even more about Junior Master Gardeners, visit: jmgkids.us/
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Amy is joined by Eric Zimmerman, County Extension Agent in Grimes County and Path to the Plate Champion and Dr. Philip Shackelford, Regional Program Leader and Path to the Plate coordinator to discuss the connection between agriculture and health including GMOs, pesticides, and antibiotocs and why our food supply is the safest and most abundant in the world.
The Family and Community Health team of Mike McBride, Michele Scaife, and Priscilla Chacon share tips to get you ready for the holidays with strategies to manage stress and maintain a healthy food balance.
Amy Ressler is joined by Sherry Schweitzer and Rafel Henry of Texas Home Visiting and Denise Wyatt of Abriendo Puertas/Opening Doors, to discuss resources available to help parents be the best they can be, along with some sage advice for parents everywhere.
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On today’s show of the Extension Hour, Michael Potter and Dr. Paul Nester discuss the different types of ants and treatments that are available. They even put to rest some of the home remedies that we all hear about. Dr. Nester is the Extension Program Specialist for Integrated Pest Management and not to mention the local ant guru. Michael Potter is the County Extension Agent for Horticulture in Montgomery County.
County Extension Agent Caroline Cruz is joined by 4-H Volunteer Lara Pena to discuss National 4-H Week which is October 1-7. Volunteers are the backbone of the 4-H program, and Mrs. Pena is a shining example and will share her views on volunteering. We will also discuss hurricane disaster recovery efforts. For more information on 4-H please visit: https://agrilife.org/montgomery4h/
Amy and the gang discuss what to do after a disaster like Hurricane Harvey including food and food related issues, cleaning in the home, and coping with stress, along with a few other tips and reminders to help along the road of personal recovery.
Amy is joined by Sonja Davis, Harris County agent and Flora Williams, Brazos County agent as they talk about the many great programs they offer in Family and Consumer Sciences.
Ashton Herring First Responder and Outreach Coordinator for Montgomery County Hospital District and Deputy Steve Squire with the Montgomery County Sheriff's Department discuss safety "do"s and "don't"s with Amy Ressler and Mike McBride from the Extension Office
Montgomery County Master Gardeners Bill Boytim, Linda Crum, & Jim Bundscho discuss various topics including pest control, fertilizing your yard, & best practices for watering during summer months.
WOW! Another candidate for Montgomery County office announces LIVE and explains his WHY's! Robert Rosenquist, local attorney and Municipal Judge for the cities of Magnolia and Montgomery, will explain his platform and his heartfelt reasons a change is needed in the 284th District Court. Robert will explain what he feels is currently less than positive in how the court is run and what he plans to do about that. Folks, LISTEN and WATCH and get informed. Hold our elected officials and their challengers to a high standard and seek answers as to WHO and WHY you should support them.
Local Montgomery County 4-H members join Caroline Cruz, County Extension Agent for 4-H Urban Youth Development, to review the whirlwind of summer happenings! These youth are super busy in the summer with Horse Show, Dog Show, State 4-H Roundup, Leadership Camps, and so much more! To learn more about getting involved in 4-H, visit http://agrilife.org/montgomery4h/ or call us at 936-539-7823, ext. 3.
Amy Ressler is joined by Deputy Steve Squire discussing keeping families safe through Montgomery County Crime Stoppers program. Jake, the engineer, chimes in too.
Amy Ressler is joined by neighboring Liberty County Extension Agent, Alexis Cordova, as they compare and contrast programming efforts (same same but different) and highlight Cordova's involvement in the Texas Rural Leadership program initiative. Summer intern, Stefani Diehl also chimes in about what she's learned about Extension programs.