Can I Garden On Top Of My Septic System?

Rachael Brooke Phillips-Rooks District Extension Agent Agriculture and Natural Resources               While it is still technically winter, the days are gradually getting longer and home gardeners are likely counting the days until spring. In this article, Dr.

NativeSeed Group acquires Star Seed, Inc., expanding Product Offering and Geographic Footprint

February 7, 2024 - NativeSeed Group (“NativeSeed”) is pleased to announce it has acquired Star Seed (“Star”), a producer and supplier of conservation and farm seeds, located in Osborne, Kansas. With this acquisition, NativeSeed now operates out of twelve locations throughout the West and Midwest.

Ferguson Angus uses data-backed decisions

Reprinted from Midwest Messenger Nestled on the plains of north central Kansas, roughly halfway between Denver and Kansas City, Ferguson Angus has stood proudly since 1946.

CT Lung Cancer Screening Tests available at MCHHS

Mitchell County Hospital Health Systems now offers a low-dose CT lung cancer screening.  Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in America and if detected early, is more likely to be curable.

MCHHS’s CNO is the 2024 Official Medical Speaker for Nex-Gen’s Career EXPLORation Day

Mitchell County Hospital Health Systems Chief Nursing Officer, Nicki Cleveland, was the official medical speaker for the 2024 Nex-Gen’s Virtual Junior High Career Fair on Wednesday, January 24th. The Career EXPLORation day consisted of five speakers from various companies and career paths.

David Prendergast, MD to begin offering services in Beloit at MCHHS

Mitchell County Hospital Health Systems is excited to announce that David Prendergast, MD will begin offering services in Beloit as one of our Specialty Providers.  Dr.

Expanded Pain Management Services offered at MCHHS

Mitchell County Hospital Health Systems (MCHHS) offers pain management services to treat and relieve symptoms of numerous pain diagnoses. These procedures include epidural steroid injections, small and large joint injections, radiofrequency ablations, and more.

BMC and KU Healthy Lifestyle project

Beloit, Kansas. — Beloit Medical Center and Beloit Elementary School are partnering with researchers at the University of Kansas Medical Center in a study that helps families in rural areas learn healthy lifestyle skills.

Maximizing the Effectiveness of Glyphosate in the Home Lawn and/or Garden

Rachael Brooke - Phillips-Rooks District Extension Agent, Agriculture and Natural Resources    Roundup, Killzall, Pronto Weed and Grass Killer are all glyphosate herbicides used to kill unwanted plants.

The Benefits of Youth Livestock Exhibition

As the days heat up and our sweat glands get a good workout, it reminds us that summer is in full swing! With these long, hot, summer days come county fairs scattered all across the country and youth exhibits being fine-tuned for their big debut.