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  1. Looking to stretch your food budget? These tips and recipes won't strain your wallet

    Aug 23, 2022

    As recently reported in The Columbus Dispatch, “Grocery bills have been going up every month, with no sign of stopping.” Recent consumer data shows that groceries are 12.2 percent higher now than they were last summer. To help save money, FCS educator Jenny Lobb, as well as other Ohio State University experts, share ways to stretch food budget dollars. <Read The Columbus Dispatch article>

  2. Virtual Dining with Diabetes Nutrition Education Program

    Apr 11, 2021

    Do you or someone you love have diabetes? With 30 million diabetics in America, you are not alone! Ohio State University Extension, Family and Consumer Sciences, is offering a free webinar series on how to incorporate healthy cooking techniques and practices to help control your blood sugar through our cooking school and nutrition education program. This program is designed for people with diabetes and their family members or caregivers. The 2024 virtual class dates are Sept. 30, Oct. 7, 14 and 21 from 10 a.m. to Noon. <Read more...>

  3. Grocery Ordering Online

    Apr 9, 2020

    Many stores are now offering more ways to shop. A great way to shop for items you need without having to go into a store is with online ordering. Online ordering allows you to choose the exact items you need without having to shop in store. The prices online are the same as in the store at most stores, although some do charge slightly more for online ordering. The cost for these services ranges from no cost to $4.95 for pick up (not available at all locations) and delivery costs range from $5.95 to $9.95 per order, or Walmart offers unlimited delivery for $12.95 per month (no limit on deliveries). <Read More + video...>