# @txextension on Instagram

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- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DJb3fIosE0R
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- **Posted:** 2025-05-09T14:01:36.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service (@txextension) — https://gondola.cc/txextension

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Rolling through south and west Texas — four counties in a day!

Wednesday’s journey took Rick Avery, director of AgriLife Extension, across McCulloch, Kimble, Sutton and Val Verde counties. While he didn’t get photos at every stop, he was honored to meet the dedicated Extension teams who serve their communities with heart and purpose.

In McCulloch County, he enjoyed visiting with County Extension Agents Sarita Short (Ag & Natural Resources), Carrie Ross (Family & Community Health), and Office Secretary Carolyn Merren. He had the opportunity to hear about the deep traditions in youth development and stock shows — cornerstones of community pride that continue to bring people together.

In Kimble County, he had the chance to connect with County Extension Agent McKenzie Striegler (Ag & Natural Resources) and county secretary Donna Schirmer. Their ongoing efforts in ag education and outreach are truly making a difference.

In Sutton County, he toured the 4-H Civic Center and met with County Extension Agent Pascual Hernandez and County Secretary Annette Estrada. Their commitment to youth programming and civic engagement stood out as a shining example of Extension leadership in action.

Finally, in Val Verde County, he visited the 4-H Horse Barn and saw their Extension-wrapped vehicle — an eye-catching display of our mission and outreach. Many thanks to the local team: Tommy Yeater (CEA–Ag & Natural Resources), Alaina Pickhinke (CEA–Family & Community Health) and County Secretary Norma Gallegos for the warm welcome and great work happening across the region.

Each county reflects what makes AgriLife Extension special: local people solving local challenges with dedication, care and community connection.

#TexasExtensionTour #AgriLifeExtension #ServingTexas #ExtensionInAction #OnTheRoadWithRick #McCullochCounty #KimbleCounty #SuttonCounty #ValVerdeCounty Richard Avery

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