Author Archives: tammyohio

About tammyohio

Tammy serves Ohio State University Extension as a Family and Consumer Sciences Educator for Pike County in southern Ohio. She focuses her programming on adult and youth wellness, financial literacy, and nutrition. She enjoys helping families and individuals access the resources and information they need to reach their personal goals. Tammy works closely with community partners such as public schools, public libraries, Adena Health Systems, Valley View Health Centers, Community Action Committee of Pike County, and YMCA to meet the needs in her community. Tammy is married and enjoys cooking, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.

Don’t Throw That Pumpkin Away!

Posted on October 5, 2015 by tammyohio

Later this month, many of us will be thinking about what we are going to do with the pumpkins we have grown or bought to use as decorations around the house. Rather than throwing them out into the field or … Continue reading →

Posted in Food Safety | Tagged fall decor, food preservation, freezing, pumpkin, pumpkin seeds, roasting | Leave a comment

Back to School Lunch Time

Posted on August 24, 2015 by tammyohio

As the summer winds down and school is back in session, many parents are faced with packing lunches that need to be satisfying, nutritious, and safe. Children are one of the most vulnerable groups when it comes to food poisoning. … Continue reading →