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4-H'ers and Volunteers to Be Honored
(Posted on 10/29/2009)
Miss Iowa, Anne Michael Langguth, will be a special guest at the annual Adair County 4-H Awards Day set for Sunday, November 8th at the Nodaway Valley High School Auditorium in Greenfield. The program is set to begin at 2:00 p.m. The public is invited to join 4-H'ers and 4-H volunteers to hear Langguth deliver a challenge to all youth and perform a violin solo. Miss Iowa will be available to sign autographs following the program.
Adair County Family Programming
(Posted on 10/28/2009)
Knowing infant CPR could save a child’s life. Adair County will be hosting a free infant CPR class on Tuesday, November 3, 2009, 6:00-7:45 p.m. at the Family Support Center located at 226 Public Square. Expectant parents, parents, grandparents, and child care providers, including babysitters over the age of 12, along with siblings over the age of 12, are encouraged to attend this session. Sign up by contacting the Adair County Extension Office at 641-743-8412 or 800-ISUE399. See complete listing of upcoming programs for young families here.
Agriculture Outlook and Management Seminar
(Posted on 10/27/2009)
Adair County Extension will be hosting an Agricultural Outlook and Management Seminar Thursday, November 12th in Greenfield. Registration will begin at 8:30 am with the meeting to run from 9:00-12:00 noon. Sign up by contacting the Adair County Extension Office at 641-743-8412 or powella@iastate.edu
Adair County 4-H'ers Do Well at Ak-Sar-Ben
(Posted on 10/21/2009)
An Adair County 4-H'er exhibited the Grand Champion Market Steer at the Ak-Sar-Ben Livestock Exposition in Omaha. She first claimed the Division II championship before claiming the top prize. Her brother also competed for the championship by taking reserve honors in Division II with his steer.
Emergency Volunteer Survey Being Conducted
(Posted on 10/20/2009)
Just 10 minutes of your time now can make a big difference if Adair County is faced with an emergency. Emergency Management personnel need to be able to quickly assess a situation and to quickly activate volunteers. Complete an on-line survey to help establish a data base of the skills and interests of potential volunteers. This is one small way you can make a big difference.
Pets and Kids Visit Good Samaritan Home
(Posted on 10/16/2009)
Cami, teen leader for the NV Early Out 4-H Club, introduces her dog, Magic, to residents at the Good Samaritan Home in Fontanelle. Besides visits by the eighteen 4th and 5th grade members, the residents also met Austin O'Brien and his drug dog, Moses; Sarah Gaukel and her dog, Sadie, and her turtle, Tuddles; and Gina and her rabbit, Holly.
Agriculture: Food and Jobs
(Posted on 10/15/2009)
Iowa agriculture puts healthy, affordable food choices on the table of today’s consumers and it boosts county and state economies, according to a recently-completed economic analysis sponsored by the Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers (CSIF). Production agriculture and ag-related industries directly and indirectly employ one of every six Iowans (or 17 percent of the state’s workforce), based on 2007 Census of Agriculture data. Check out the impact of agriculture in Adair County.
Adair County Shines at State Recognition Event
(Posted on 9/1/2009)
Adair County 4-H'ers - Ben Baudler, Emily Bingaman, Joanna Blomquist, Kelsie Cass, Rachel and Susan Herr, Joceline Holliday, Laura Marnin, Velista Martin, and Gina Wallace - were among the 100 4-H members invited to participate in the Iowa 4-H Recognition Day, August 29, at Iowa State University
Family Storyteller a Big Hit
(Posted on 7/10/2009)
Family Storyteller a Big Hit
Twelve families completed the Family Storyteller series at the Greenfield Library. The six week program is focused on building the early literacy skills of preschool age children though family reading and fun time. The program was sponsored by Growing Strong Families, an initiative of Adair County Extension, with funding support from the Creston Cluster Decat and FACT Empowerment. A monthly book club has been established in Adair County for graduates of the Family Storyteller program.
An Apple a Day
(Posted on 7/8/2009)
Does an apple a day, keep the doctor away? A medium sized apple has less than a 100 calories and is a good source of antioxidants. According to Barb Fuller, ISU Nutrition and Health Program Specialist, apples are also a great source of fiber and are easy to store.
When Things Don't Go Well, Help Your Child Succeed
(Posted on 5/7/2009)
It’s natural for parents to try to soften the blow for their children when things don’t go well. But parents can help children view failures and setbacks as learning experiences. Donna K. Donald, family life program specialists suggests parents affirm feelings, listen carefully, and then encourage the child to try again.
H1N1 Virus Information
(Posted on 4/28/2009)
Adair County Health Systems provides up-to-date information about H1N1 and the symptoms.
Adair County 4-H Youth Leaders are Active
(Posted on 4/27/2009)
Adair County 4-H Council member, Steven P., shares his love of robotics with others during a day-long workshop. Science and technology is a 4-H project area that has experienced a surge of interest. For more information about how to get involved in youth science activities contact the Extension office.
Hay Market News
(Posted on 3/31/2009)
Check out Mid - to - Late October 2009 hay prices. These are hay prices paid at auction in the recent past weeks. Most price information is obtained from USDA Hay Market News. Personal contacts of local Iowa hay auctions secured price information for these market outlets.
Making Dollars and Sense of Your Finance$
(Posted on 2/25/2009)
Making Dollars & Sense of Your Finance$ offers individuals and families useful and sensible financial information to navigate the recession and personal financial situations. This edition focuses on ideas and tips for practical strategies in savings.
Middle School ISU Ag & Life Sciences Trip
(Posted on 2/24/2009)
Who committed the crime? Middle school students collected DNA to help solve the mystery. The experience was part of a microbiology investigation lab at Iowa State University in Ames.
2008 Land Values
(Posted on 1/4/2009)
Adair County land values increased by 12.4% in 2008 according to the ISU Annual Land Value Survey. Results of the survey show the average value for Adair County land in 2007 as $2742 and in $3081 in 2008. The state average went up 14.3%.
ISU Extension's Energy Tips
(Posted on 1/1/2009)
Extension’s Energy Tip for June 2009
If you have to drive, combine errands into one trip. Several short trips, each from a cold start, can use twice as much fuel as one trip covering the same distance when the engine is warm. Get more driving and car maintenance tips.
Fall Online Course Designed for Relationship Educators, Counselors
(Posted on 9/25/2007)
Journeys is a new online course starting September 14 for professionals and non-professionals who provide education and counseling to couples. Donna K. Donald, Iowa State University Extension family life program specialist, suggests you consider this course if you want to increase your knowledge and skills in working with couples.
Wind Energy Production: Legal Issues and Related Concerns for Landowners
(Posted on 9/30/2006)
Wind farming presents numerous legal issues that landowners must consider carefully before entering into an agreement with a wind development company. Read information presented by Roger A. McEowen, Center for Agricultural Law and Taxation, Iowa State University, on wind energy production.
Adair County Community Directory
(Posted on 9/28/2006)
Check-out the new community directory. The Adair County Community Directory has been updated with important information from Child Care to a listing of Important Phone Numbers that everyone should have at easy reach.
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