Radio Stories

It's not too late to ease last year's tax burden

February 02, 2010

Taking advantage of the right income tax provision can yield a lower tax bill or higher refund.

Penn State Extension offers Web-based seminars on water quality, natural-gas drilling

January 26, 2010

The Marcellus Shale natural-gas boom gives Pennsylvanians another reason to carefully guard their drinking water supplies.

Penn State Extension team helps private well owners keep their drinking water pure

January 19, 2010

More than three million Pennsylvanians count on private wells for their drinking water, and nearly half of wells fail at least one safe-drinking-water standard. So, Penn State Extension educators are providing help and advice.

When the weather is cold, it's time to talk ice cream

January 05, 2010

Penn State's Ice Cream Short Course is the oldest, best-known, and largest educational program dealing with the science and technology of ice cream. But why study cold treats in January?

When setting the holiday food buffet spread, don't forget food safety

December 22, 2009

It's the holiday eating season, With Christmas potlucks, New Year's Eve parties and bowl-game celebrations everywhere. But a food-safety specialist in Penn State's College of Agricultural Sciences reminds you that basic rules of food safety still apply.

Containerized Christmas trees blend traditional, "green" leanings

December 15, 2009

It's the controversy of the holiday season: traditional, live Christmas tree, or artificial one? A horticulturist in Penn State's College of Agricultural Sciences says there's a way to have the best of both options.

There's still time for Pennsylvanians to shop for lowest-cost electricity

December 08, 2009

The new year will bring a sharp rate increase for many Pennsylvania electricity users, as state-imposed rate caps expire for PPL Electric. But an energy specialist in Penn State's College of Agricultural Sciences says there's still time to hunt for the best deal.

Early snowfall may change locations for Pennsylvania deer, hunters

December 01, 2009

Monday's start of rifle season drew hunters to Pennsylvania's woodlands in search of game. But a wildlife specialist in Penn State's College of Agricultural Sciences says last month's unusual weather may have changed where the deer are.

Climbing heating oil prices underscore need for alternate fuel options

November 24, 2009

The cost of heating oil is creeping up, but hasn't climbed to equal last year's high -- yet. A consumer energy specialist in Penn State's College of Agricultural Sciences says it pays to have home heating options.

To stuff or not to stuff? A Thanksgiving food-safety question

November 24, 2009

What would a Thanksgiving turkey be without stuffing, and what better place for that stuffing than inside the bird? But a food-safety specialist in Penn State's College of Agricultural Sciences says some customs are worth rethinking.