As soon as the first hint of autumn hits the air, I’m first in line for a Pumpkin Spice Latte. It’s a seasonal ritual I look forward to every year—the cozy flavors, the warm cup, the instant mood boost. But while I love indulging in fall drinks, I’ve also become more aware of how quickly those cozy cups can add up—in sugar, calories, and cost. This fall, I’m challenging myself (and maybe you, too) to sip a little smarter. In this Live Healthy Live Well article, the writer shares how to enjoy your favorite fall beverages without going overboard, from lighter swaps to mindful habits that still let you savor the season.
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Live Healthy Live Well: The Cost of Subscriptions
The other day, I checked my bank statement and had one of those “Wait, what?” moments. I started noticing charge after charge—$9.99 here, $14.99 there—and realized just how many subscriptions I’d silently accumulated over the past year. What started as a few useful services had snowballed into a long list of monthly (or annual) expenses I barely noticed. I’m not alone in this—subscription creep has become a common experience for many of us. In this Live Healthy Live Well article, the writer explores the growing cost of subscriptions, why they’re so easy to sign up for (and forget), and what we can do to get back in control.
Virtual Dining with Diabetes Fall Series
Do you or someone you love have diabetes? With 30 million Americans coping with diabetes , you are not alone! Come join us as we all learn to prepare healthy, tasty foods, explore healthy cooking techniques, and share other helpful practices to help manage blood sugar. Ohio State University Extension’s Dining with Diabetes program is designed to assist people with diabetes and their family members or caregivers to manage this chronic disease.
Dates: October 30, 2025 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
November 6, 2025 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
November 13, 2025 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
November 20, 2025 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Cost: FREE
To register, visit go.osu.edu/virtualdwd
2026 Volunteer Training Opportunities
🍀Attention Returning & Potential New Volunteers🍀
Next month is the kickoff to the 2025-2026 4-H Program Year, and the first opportunities to attend your yearly Volunteer Training!
ALL new and returning volunteers are required to attend ONE training opportunity. Listed below are the opportunities for new and returning volunteers to meet their training requirements.
2026 Volunteer Training Registration
For more information, click below 👇
2026 Junior Fair Board Application
🍀 Attention Junior Fair Exhibitors🐖
Looking for an opportunity to be more involved in YOUR fair?!? Consider joining the Clermont County Junior Fair Board!
The board is looking for motivated individuals to plan, prep, and execute the 2026 Clermont County Fair. Applicants must be at least 12 years old or in 7th grade, and a member of a junior fair organization (4-H, FFA, FCCLA, Grange, American Heritage Girls, Girl Scouts, and Boy Scouts).
*Returning members must also complete an application.
Deadline to apply is Sunday, October 12: 2025-26 JFB Application Form
*ALL APPLICANTS should attend the JFB meeting on Wednesday, October 15 at 7:00 p.m. in the 4-H Hall on the Clermont County Fairgrounds.
New applicant interviews will take place during the October JFB meeting. Returning applicants will be interviewed at the November meeting.
Questions? Please contact JFB Coordinator Pam Burns at (513) 265-3248 or pamburns1985@gmail.com.
2025 Pesticide Container Recycling Collection
The pesticide container recycling is scheduled for Tuesday, September 23rd from 8:00AM – 11:00AM at the Nutrien on Gleason Road outside of Sabina. Details are on the below flyer. Totes are welcome, they just need to cut into roughly 2’x2’ sections and no wire cages are excepted.
Ohio 4-H September Updates
🍀Attention 4-H’ers🍀
Check out all the events and opportunities with Ohio 4-H this month!
Click below to read more 👇
Citizenship Washington Focus: March 24-29, 2026
🍀Attention 4-H Members 14-18🍀
🏛️Citizen Washington Focus (CWF) will be held March 24-29, 2026!
This is a change from the usual June dates, as it will be moving to the same time as Ignite by 4-H.
Citizenship Washington Focus (CWF) empowers 4-H aged teens between 14 and 18 to become informed and engaged citizens, while also offering expanded opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and inspiration alongside 4-Her’s from across the country .4-Hers will explore their passions, strengthen their leadership, and deepen their understanding of civic life. While in D.C. delegates will:
- Spend a day on Capitol Hill
- Delegates will engage with their
representatives - Enjoy guided tours of Washington D.C.
- Explore career opportunities
- Build connections with peers
- Explore new opportunities for growth
- Attend Immersive workshops &
sessions
GOOD NEWS, the Clermont County 4-H Advisory Committee is sponsoring TWO spots to attend CWF! Members chosen to go to CWF will only have to pay $300 to attend. The committee will be paying the rest of the $2,000 total cost to attend. Notice, members chosen to attend will be notified October 13th and money will be due to the Extension Office on October 14th.
Interested in attending CWF? Fill out and turn in application by October 12th! 2026 State Achievement Record.
Members should download before editing the document. They may fill out virtually and email it to Newman.990@osu.edu or turn in paper copy to the Extension Office.
Notice that the application is the Ohio 4-H Achievement Record. This record is used for other state/national opportunities and can be turned in at a later date to be judged to compete for a State Achievement Award! More info to come about State Achievement Awards.
Questions? Contact Carlie Newman.990@osu.edu
Clermont County 4-H Advisory Committee Nominations
Are you looking for a new way to become involved with the Clermont County 4-H program?
The Clermont County 4-H Advisory Committee is accepting nominations for members to serve the 2026-2028 term. Members over 18 years of age must be approved 4-H volunteers or agree to complete the 4-H volunteer process.
In order to add a youth voice to the committee, 4-H youth member nominations are also being accepted. Youth must be at least 13 years of age and will serve a one-year term on the committee (2026-2027 term).
Members of the 4-H Committee assist in determining the priorities and direction of the local 4-H program, are responsible for planning and conducting 4-H events, assisting with fundraisers, and promoting the 4-H program.
Some responsibilities and expectations include:
- Attend and fully participate in all meetings.
- Attend annual Adult Banquet & Youth Celebration.
- Signup and fully participate in at least two subcommittees.
- Assist Saturday before fair events, including Winner’s Circle & Outpost Training/Setup Meeting.
- Signup to work at least one Outpost shift as the shift lead.
- Assist with the planning and staffing of other yearly 4-H events (Open House, Project Judging, Booth Setup, etc.)
If you would like to nominate yourself or someone you know to serve on the committee, please complete the nomination form below before Sunday, October 12th.
4-H Dog Informational Meeting
🍀Attention Current and Perspective Dog Project Members🍀
There will be a Dog Informational Meeting held October 16th @6:30pm in the 4-H Hall on the Clermont County Fairgrounds.
This meeting is for all current dog project members and those who are interested in taking a dog project.
Come to the meeting to learn more about:
- 4-H Basics
- Dog Project Offerings
- Clinics
- Dog Achievement Program
- Skillathon & Outstanding Exhibitor Program
No registration necessary!