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I want to remind you of the Heirs Property or "Tangled Title" workshop on Monday, October 12th at the WVU Reedsville Far...
10/06/2026

I want to remind you of the Heirs Property or "Tangled Title" workshop on Monday, October 12th at the WVU Reedsville Farm classroom.

"Heirs Property" is what we call property that becomes in a state of limbo when someone dies without clear instructions or a will. Their real estate is inherited by their children or next of kin equally. All heirs have the same rights and access to the piece of property, meaning it cannot be sold, used as loan collateral, put into conservation easements, and is ineligible for most USDA programs, among many other complications. This becomes even more entangled when one of those heirs dies- their share of the real estate is then passed to THEIR children or next of kin equally. There are pieces of property in WV that have over 100 owners, essentially locking the property up so it can't be used or sold until each heir is tracked down and signs. Preston County itself has over 400 land tracts that are considered "heirs property."
Jesse Richardson from the WVU College of Law will walk us through how to prevent these land ownership issues. He will also discuss your options if you are currently in one of these situations. You do not need to be a farmer to attend; this issue affects anyone who owns real estate.

Dinner will be provided that evening, I ask that you call the Preston County Extension Office (304-329-1391) by Friday Oct 9th to let me know you're coming. Our meeting will begin at 6:00pm! I hope to see you there!

WVU Extension Family Nutrition Program is partnering with Vandalia Health Mon Preston Memorial Hospital and the Preston ...
10/02/2026

WVU Extension Family Nutrition Program is partnering with Vandalia Health Mon Preston Memorial Hospital and the Preston County Health Department to host "Eating Smart, Being Active", a FREE cooking and nutrition class.

This interactive, hands-on class consists of a series of lessons designed to teach participants how to make healthy lifestyle choices and be more physically active during the upcoming holidays.

Participants will:

• Learn how to cook healthy meals
• Gain tips for saving money
• Sample new foods and receive recipes
• Learn how to keep food safe
• Receive free kitchen tools, cookbook, and graduation certificate (upon graduation)

Location: Vandalia Health Mon Preston Memorial Hospital (Dogwood/Magnolia Rooms) or Virtual (TEAMS)
Dates: November 12th - January 7th
Times: 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Please email [email protected] or call 304-698-6170 for more information and to register.

"This institution is an equal opportunity provider. This work is supported (in whole or in part) by the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program from the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture."

10/02/2026

Make your voice count: help shape the future of West Virginia!WVU Extension and the Davis College of Agriculture and Natural Resources work with communities across the state through research, education, and outreach. To ensure our programs address the state’s most important needs, we invite you to complete our needs assessment survey.

Your feedback will help identify priorities, guide future programming, and ensure resources are focused where they can make the greatest impact

Participation is voluntary, confidential, and open to West Virginia residents age 18 and older. The survey takes approximately 10-15 minutes to complete.

Thank you for sharing your perspectives! ➡️ https://tr.ee/iwENI6

Attention 4-H youth and adults interested in Ag Olympics this year at Buckwheat Festival! Competition is Saturday Sept 2...
09/17/2026

Attention 4-H youth and adults interested in Ag Olympics this year at Buckwheat Festival! Competition is Saturday Sept 26th at 8am.
Jeff Jenkins need your entry forms ASAP so he has time to prep! Get your team together and submit your form ASAP! Call the Extension Office if you need his email address. Our number is 304-329-1391.

Attention photographers! If you are planning to enter a photo in the Preston County Buckwheat Festival but don’t have a ...
09/15/2026

Attention photographers!
If you are planning to enter a photo in the Preston County Buckwheat Festival but don’t have a mat, you can purchase them here at the Extension Office. Proceeds benefit the Preston County 4-H Leaders Association and we have both black and white mats.

Buckwheat Festival Premium books are available at the Extension Office! You can pick one up in our office on the second ...
08/31/2026

Buckwheat Festival Premium books are available at the Extension Office! You can pick one up in our office on the second floor of the Courthouse Annex, or in our Dropbox in the annex breezeway. We will work on getting them out to locations around the county this week.
*new this year- livestock will be entered online using the showman app.

08/28/2026

Hey, ladies! The WV Women in Agriculture Conference is just a couple months away. Save the date (Oct. 23-24) and the place (WVU campus). More details coming soon! WVU Extension Women in Agriculture

06/19/2026

Attention West Virginia forage and livestock producers! WVU Extension's Grazing for Appalachian Sustainability (GRASS) Project wants to support YOUR operation!

Project Opportunities:
- Financial incentives for implementing climate-smart practices like prescribed grazing, silvopasture, and pasture & hay planting.
- Pasture Management Plan support to set your operation up for long-term success.
- Education through Grazing Schools.
- Mentorship from producers already doing this work, including on-farm field days.

Whether you're already using conservation practices or just getting started, there's a place for you in this program.

Learn more at extension.wvu.edu/GRASS or reach out directly to Kate Fotos at [email protected]

Don't leave this opportunity on the table - your pastures (and your bottom line) will thank you!

05/05/2026

Animal Husbandry & Quality Assurance (also referred to as Youth Quality Assurance) is now open!
It will remain open until late July, which gives us plenty of time for everyone to complete their training. You can access the training at https://ahqa.umd.edu/. Returning exhibitors will type their passcode into the field at the bottom of the screen, or if you forgot it, click the red words "Forgot Your Passcode?" on the top right of the screen. New exhibitors should start by clicking the red words "Register New User" on the top left of the screen.

Who Needs to Complete AH&QA Training?
-First-year livestock project participants (regardless of age)
Youth entering a new age division:
-Juniors (born in 2018- age 8 on Jan 1, 2026)
-Intermediates (born in 2015- age 11 on Jan 1, 2026)
-Seniors (born in 2012- age 14 on Jan 1, 2026)
-Intermediates or Seniors adding a new livestock species

If you need help, please call the Extension Office. We can help over the phone or set up a time for you to come in and complete your training. 304-329-1391

Address

106 W Main Street, Suite 102
Kingwood, WV
26537

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+13043291391

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