Welcome to Southwind District
As a part of K-State Research and Extension, Southwind District programs present educational information and programming related to agriculture and natural resources, family and consumer sciences, 4-H youth development, and community vitality.
We serve the people of Allen, Bourbon, Neosho and Woodson Counties and have offices in each of those counties.
Our philosophy is to help people help themselves by taking university knowledge to where people live, work, and play. We work at being responsive to the needs of the people by focusing our resources on providing quality information, education, and problem-solving for real concern. The information we provide is research-based and unbiased.
For more information on these latest events, simply click on the event title.
Walk With Ease-Designed for people with arthritis or individuals who have been physically in-active. Free program. May 19-June 26 Monday, Wednesday, and Friday's. 10:00-11:00 A.M. Zion Lutheran Family Life Center, Chanute, KS. Register by contacting Lea Kay at 620-224-0182 or lkarleskint@ksu.edu
Culinary Kids Cooking Camp-8 different locations and times!!! Registration is required and space is limited! Call 620-625-8620 for more information. Register HERE online or use the QR code on the flyer!
Help with Food or Medical Assistance-Do you need help with food or medical assistance? We can help you with the forms. Every 1st Thursday of the month, starting April 3, 2025, 1:00-3:00 P.M. Toronto Public Library
OWL Hour-Join us for an hour long social gathering where we will come together to discuss and discover new things and topics. Every 2nd full week of the month, 10:00-11:00 A.M. Location Options-Yates Center, St. Paul, Fort Scott, Iola. Call Hollie @ 620-625-8620 for more information.
Fresh Conversations-A new, or fresh, newsletter each month. Each issue focuses on a current health topic and offers practical tips and sensible solutions of everyday problems. We are offering in-person meetings! 4 Meeting Locations: Fort Scott, Neosho Falls, Toronto, Iola.
Click on the articles below to stay up to date on the current hot topics.
Celebrate Home Ownership: Your Summer Maintenance Guide
Blue-Green Algae: Plant to Monitor this Grazing Season
Your Town, Your Treasure: A Local Summer Adventure
Newly Hatched Bagworms Are Gearing Up To Cause Damage
Cut the Clutter and Get Organized
Small Business Month: Celebrate in May, Support All Year
Tips to Attract More Butterflies to the Landscape
Celebrating the Heart of our Communities: Importance of Volunteering