10 Tools for Talking about Tough Issues in the Home-based Business: eXtension Webinar Sept. 10
(Posted on 8/27/2008)
The free hour-long seminar begins at 1 p.m. Central Daylight Time on Wednesday, Sept. 10. The session will cover common sense tools to talk about issues and resolve disagreements, language to express intent and expectations, how regular meetings can lead to time lines and action, how to embrace conflict resolution and how to have fun and build stronger relationships by focusing on problems rather than people.

Online Conference: Can Flood-Damaged Homes be Saved?
(Posted on 8/21/2008)
The first of four ISU Extension online conferences on flood cleanup and rebuilding issues is Wednesday, Aug. 27, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. It covers structural considerations when deciding if a home is worth saving.

Experts, WOI Radio on ISU Stage at Farm Progress Show
(Posted on 8/21/2008)
The schedule for the Iowa State University stage at the Farm Progress Show includes live WOI Radio broadcasts and expert presentations throughout all three days of the show.

Community Leadership Projects Aim to Reduce Poverty
(Posted on 8/18/2008)
Five Iowa communities will be showcased as part of the Horizons Community Leadership to Reduce Poverty Program display at the Farm Progress Show. Learn the creative projects started in these rural communities to reduce poverty.

Changing Shopping Habits Challenge Iowa’s Small Town Groceries
(Posted on 8/11/2008)
New report on economics of small town grocery stores studies changes in the business climate since 1995.

Student Adventures Illustrated at FPS
(Posted on 8/11/2008)
The student recruitment team for the ISU College of Agriculture and Life Sciences will be at the Farm Progress Show to discuss adventures available for students.

ISU Programs Promote Economic Development
(Posted on 8/7/2008)
At the Farm Progress Show, check out several displays on Iowa State University programs that promote economic development in Iowa. Displays include Iowa's Livestock Advantage, Annie's Project, Iowa Learning Farm and others.

Community Leaders to Learn from Peers at Small Towns Conference
(Posted on 8/5/2008)
The Northeast Iowa Community Development Conference, Small Towns Looking Toward the Future, is Sept. 3.

Building Local Food Connections Display at Farm Progress Show
(Posted on 8/5/2008)
Buying locally grown and processed food products is becoming a popular trend. Find out how Iowa State University Extension is working to connect producers with food service establishments who are looking to buy local foods.

Food, Fuel, and Climate: Moving from Debate to Dialogue
(Posted on 8/1/2008)
Speakers at the 2008 BioBased Industry Outlook Conference at Iowa State University will discuss perspectives on critical bioeconomy issues.