Johnson County Kansas

Gearing up for cooler weather? This recipe for Chicken Taco Soup is a perfect fit to warm you up!

It is that time of year when the days are colder and there are fewer hours of daylight. How do you continue to stay motivated to get your 30 minutes of physical activity each day when all you want to do is snuggle up in a blanket and wait out winter?

As the crisp, cool weather settles in, it’s easy to forget about the importance of staying hydrated.

Since 2023, the Bridging the Gap program has continued to expand with more schools and independent living facilities wanting to be involved each year.

Older adults in Johnson County have incredible life experiences, wisdom and advice to share with younger generations.

That’s one reason why the Johnson County Department of Health and Environment created “Bridging the Gap” in 2023. The program connects local high school students with older adults to hear valuable personal stories and to foster a social connection between generations.

As the weather cools, our thoughts turn toward hearty slow-cooker meals!

Do your holiday plans include a trek across I-70? Up I-80 to Iowa? Down I-35 to Wichita or beyond? No matter the distance, there’s nothing quite like a road trip to send your good eating habits packing.

Getting out the door in the morning with a good breakfast on board can be tough! Try this recipe for Fuel-Up Breakfast Bites.