Harrison County - AgriLife Extension Service

10/23/2026

October is National Pedestrian Safety Month! 🚶🌙

Now that it gets dark earlier, make sure to stay alert
and look out for each other.

Drivers: Slow down, stop for people in crosswalks, and
watch for them when turning.🚗
Pedestrians: Cross the street only at intersections and
crosswalks and stay visible.🔦

10/23/2026

Alcohol. THC. Or both. Any high is a DWI. Always include a sober ride as part of your game plan. 🏈
Some good plays you can call:
▪ Designate a driver
▪ Call a sober friend or family member
▪ Take a rideshare or taxi service—split it with a friend!
▪ Use public transit
▪ Stay put until you’re sober

10/23/2026

Make Halloween snacks a little more creative! 🥝 From Frankenstein kiwis and jack-o-lantern oranges to veggie skeletons and spooky snack boards, find 25 festive ideas that bring more fruits and veggies to the Halloween table. 🕷️ Healthy Family Project

Here are some of our favorite healthy and festive Halloween treats. Try some spooky snacks and enjoy with friends and family!

10/22/2026

Your costume can be a hot mess. Your ride home needs a plan.

Before the Halloween festivities begin, choose a sober driver, arrange a ride with a sober friend, or check whether taxi or rideshare services are available where you’ll be celebrating.

Save the details before heading out—and have a backup if plans change. In communities with limited transportation options, arrange your ride early instead of counting on finding one later.

Pick the costume. Plan the ride. Enjoy the night.



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Black-and-white Halloween safety graphic showing a person wearing skull face paint seated behind a steering wheel with a seat belt across their chest. Distressed white text reads, “Your costume can be a hot mess.” Red script reads, “Your ride home shouldn’t be.” Bottom text reads, “Plan your sober ride before the night begins.” A white Piney Woods Traffic Safety Coalition logo is centered below.

10/22/2026

Deer friends, don’t forget to wear your seat belt! 🦌
Day or night, front seat or back, buckle up for every trip.

10/22/2026

Looking for healthier Halloween? 🎃 Learn how eating a balanced meal, getting some extra steps, and serving festive foods can help you enjoy the holiday while keeping candy in perspective. 👻 Utah State University Extension

The abundance of sweets at Halloween makes it easy to over-indulge. Whether you’re a trick-or-treater, a party host, or the stay-at-home crew, here are a few tips to make Halloween healthier.

10/21/2026

Halloween candy can be part of the fun without ignoring your teeth. 🎃 Learn why timing treats with meals, limiting sticky or sour candy, and choosing tooth-friendly treats can help keep smiles healthy this Halloween. 🦷 http://tx.ag/eiyLe3t

Here are 7 healthy tips for Halloween season and all year long, with ideas for enjoying in moderation (and cool treats that aren’t candy at all).