County News

Allamakee County 4-H T-Shirts
February 28, 2013

T-shirt orders are due April 15; estimated delivery date is June 1.

4-H/FFA Sheep & Meat Goat Weigh - In
February 28, 2013

Mark your calendars for the upcoming sheep and meat goat weigh-in for the Allamakee County Fair.

Starting Seeds Indoors
February 26, 2013

Growing annual flowers and vegetables from seeds started indoors can be rewarding. Vigorous plants started indoors and then transplanted will flower sooner and produce an earlier harvest than those started directly outdoors.

Frost-seeding Pastures
February 19, 2013

Frost-seeding is the broadcasting of forage seed on existing pasture in late winter, with the goal of freeze-thaw cycles shallowly covering the seed. Early spring rains also helps with seed coverage on bare areas.

"Gardening We Dig It" Workshop
February 15, 2013

The Houston County Master Gardeners, are hosting their 3rd Annual Gardening Workshop, "Gardening We Dig It."

Iowa 4-H Youth Conference
February 15, 2013

You don't even have to be in 4-H to attend this conference! You will get to experience campus life, and meet new people from across the state! You will be having fun while learning by doing, dancing the nights away, and serving the community. You will get to learn new things to take back to your community and school, and in the process you might even discover something new about yourself! 

Free Tax Preparation Available
February 1, 2013

Families with low to moderate earned income can save by having their taxes prepared by certified, volunteer tax preparers. This free service is provided in Waukon, Postville, Cresco, and Decorah. .

Scholarship Information
January 29, 2013

High School students here is information on county, state and school scholarships.
Allamakee County 4-H Scholarship, Allamakee County Fairboard Scholarship, and the Dairy Promotion Board Scholarship are all for youth in Allamakee County.

Chef's Club
January 25, 2013

Chef's club is 'cooking it's way' back for 2013.  Come for a morning of learning how to cook a great meal. The best part of the day will be getting to eat what you make!

Make Laughter Part of Your Resolution
December 18, 2012

Research shows that laughter can help relieve pain, increase immunity and bring more happiness to daily life. We often talk about diet and exercise as part of our New Year’s resolution, but what about adding regular, hearty laughter to the list?

USDA Youth Loans
September 26, 2012

Youth 10 - 21 years of age are eligible to apply for a youth loan from the Farm Service Agency.

GO GREEN!
September 6, 2012

Energy efficency in the home is a family matter. Here is a new informational section to help you and your family Go Green! $ave Time and Money$

What Are Your Appliances Consuming?
September 6, 2012

Are you aware of how much energy that big screen television or that old, spare refrigerator in the basement or garage is using? With an Electricity Usage Meter (EUM), you can discover how much electricity your household appliances consume and which appli

2012 Allamakee County 4-H'ers Iowa State Fair Results
August 17, 2012

Here are the 2012 State Fair Results from Allamakee County 4-H'ers.

Food Preservation Publications
August 17, 2012

Food Preservation Publications and Informational Links From ISU Extension and Outreach.

Feature Your 4-H Club
August 10, 2012

Have you done something awesome with your club? Would you like to feature it in the 4-H Connection or on Facebook?

Testing Your Pressure Canner
August 3, 2012

Bring the lid of your pressure canner and we will test it for you to see that the guage is accurate.

The Horse Page
May 20, 2012

Informational horse links for you to browse. Look for statewide & local upcoming horse events.

Get Answers to Your Yard and Garden Questions
May 7, 2012

Dead spots in the lawn, shrubs to prune, insects on garden vegetables, unidentified blooming flowers – these are all things that prompt Iowans to call their local Iowa State University Extension and Outreach office for consumer horticulture questions.

2013 Club Challenge Details
April 12, 2012

The Fair Board has identified new Fair Improvement Projects.

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