Game Helps Kids Learn About Nutritious Snacks

Looking for a fun way to get kids interested in making healthy snack choices?

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Check out the FDA's new Snack Shack in Whyville, with its interactive online games that help kids learn how to use the Nutrition Fact Label!

National Public Health Week 2106

Andrew County Commission Proclaims April 4-10th as National Public Health Week 

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Andrew County Commission Proclaims April 4-10th as National Public Health Week in Andrew County calling upon the people of Andrew County to observe this week by helping our families, friends, neighbors, for-workiers and leaders better understand the value of public health and adopt preventive lifestyle habits in light of this year's theme, HEALTHY MISSOURI 2030: MAKING COMMUNITIES STRONGER.

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Severe Weather Awareness Week

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March 14-18 2016 is Severe Weather Awareness Week.

Spring is the time for severe weather.

You can find videos and other helpful information at http://stormaware.mo.gov

You can also learn how to receive a weather radio from the county clerk's office and other tips to help you prepare for emergencies on our page here.

 

Learn 2 Camp Accepting Applications

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Do you know a family that wants to explore the great outdoors, but doesn't know where to begin?

Missouri State Parks is teaching families to learn to camp.

This May and October, families will have a helping hand as they learn the joys of camping in a Missouri state park. To apply, families will need to describe, in 500 words or less, why they want to learn to camp. We'll supply the equipment and the expertise. You supply the family and an eagerness to discover nature. 

For more information or to apply, visit http://mostateparks.com/learn2camp