After reductions we had around 200 agents. And now we may see more cuts. Being concerned about the welfare of the county extension program is natural for Powell, but like many others, including state officials, she said she doesn't have the answers. But I do know that we cannot continue to patch. If we do we still have a lot of potholes with patches.
All education is in a sad state of affairs right now.
We need to realize K-12 and higher education depend on each other and start working together. Even though Powell knows all is not well with funding for Alabama education, she thinks Alabama education is in good shape. We might be ranked low on tests but that is a very small way to judge. In work situations our students are better than most. Another program that could be greatly affect by proration is the Pike County 4-H, which Powel holds near and dear to her heart.