Ashley Fenning is the Food, Nutrition, and Health Instructor with Nebraska Extension, based in Morrill County. She serves the seven southern counties of the Nebraska Panhandle, where she provides education and outreach to promote healthy lifestyles and well-being across communities. Originally from rural Nebraska, Ashley has lived and worked in agricultural settings her entire life and continues to reside on her family’s farm. She played college basketball for four years, an experience that strengthened her passion for teamwork, leadership, and perseverance—skills she continues to apply in her Extension work and everyday life. Ashley is married to her husband, Jake, and together they have a four-year-old daughter, Carson. She is currently pursuing her Master’s Degree in Leadership through the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. 

In her free time, Ashley enjoys traveling with her family, helping her husband build their new home, and experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen. Ashley created her Safe Driving presentation after seeing firsthand how quickly accidents can impact rural families and communities. She is passionate about helping individuals—especially youth—understand the importance of safety, responsibility, and making smart choices on the road.