The Allen County Master Gardeners hosted the 25th annual Art of Gardening Seminar, offering expert advice on raised beds, native plants, and garden planning for outdoor enthusiasts.
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“It’s really kind of just helping us learn for the future, since we’re graduating next year, most of us — how to budget our money since we’re going to be out in the real world by ourselves, and also incorporating your kids into that and stuff, if you plan on having any,” said senior Alisandra VanMeter. “We’re also kind of learning the difference of insurances, high deductible versus low deductible, stuff like that.”
“I don’t think you realize how much money you’re going to spend each month until you’re the one actually spending it. So I think that it gives them a greater appreciation for their parents, their guardians, caretakers, but then I also think it’s preparing them for the next step after they graduate high school,” said Kelsey Joseph, director of marketing for Superior Credit Union.
Allen County Commissioners introduced the new Ohio State University Extension Educator for the county, Garth McDorman, during a recent meeting. McDorman, a native of Allen County, is excited to assist local residents with various agricultural and environmental concerns.