County News

2013 Fairbooks are Ready
February 20, 2013

The individual fairbooks for Animals, Building, and Communications are available now online.

Photos for Extension Wall
February 19, 2013

Last year the theme was "patriotism" and the picture displayed here was from Jenna Weber of the Shady Grove Superstars.  This year we would like to showcase our 4-H photo wall with "seasons".

Money Smart Week
February 19, 2013

A number of workshops will be held in Independence in honor of Money Smart Week

DEADLINE .... Don't Forget
February 18, 2013

The deadline for ALL animal identifications and Animal Entry Forms is Wednesday, May 15th.

DEADLINE .... Don't Forget ....
February 18, 2013

All animals MUST be identified by a tag and all Animal Entry Forms are due to the office by 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 15th.

Food Safety Certification Short Course
February 8, 2013

ServSafe, a food safety training, will be held in Independence on Wednesday, May 29th, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Be Safe - Test Your Pressure Cooker Lid Free
February 5, 2013

The Buchanan County Extension Office will test your pressure canner lid to see that the gauge is accurate. Simply bring only the lid to our office, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. thru 12:30 p.m. or 1:00 to 4:30 p.m. This service is free and takes only

Stretch Your Food Dollar
February 5, 2013

Are you spending a reasonable amount of money on food? Iowa State University Extension can help you stretch your food dollar in a healthy way!

Caring for an elderly family member? Don't go it alone.
February 5, 2013

Six important agencies and telephone numbers you should know if you are caring for an elder family member.

Avoiding power struggles with defiant children
February 5, 2013

Remember .... when you engage in an argument with your child, you're just giving them more power.

Dairy Outlook
February 1, 2013

December 2012 23 major dairy states milk production increased 1.7%. Production per

cow was up by 30 pounds from one year ago. Milk cow numbers were 5,000 more than

December 2011 and 16,000 more than November 2012. November 2012 milk production was

revised up 31 million pounds or 0.2%.

Income vs Assets – Are You in Poverty?
February 1, 2013

One in four Iowa residents is living on the edge of financial disaster with almost no savings to fall back on in the event of a job loss, health crisis or other income-depleting emergency, according to a report released this week.

CIC's for 2013
January 22, 2013

Dates and times have been set in Buchanan County for all 2013 commercial pesticide applicator trainings.  To keep your license you must attend the category you have tested for every year or, if you miss a year in a 3 year cycle, you may choose to retest.  Pre-registration is not necessary in Buchanan County.

Filing Your Tax Return
January 22, 2013

There are members of our Family Finance Team at ISU Extension and Outreach who have supported community efforts to organize Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) programs. The IRS determines operating rules and procedures for volunteers who prepare tax returns.

Does it Last a Lifetime? By Joyce Lash - Field Specialist II - Family Resource Management
November 30, 2012

During a recent credit program I was asked how long a negative report would stay on your credit history. Here’s the simple answer:

Holiday Closures for 2013
November 13, 2012

Our office will be closed for holidays on: Tuesday, Jan 1st; Monday, Jan. 21st; Monday, May 27th; Thursday, July 4th; Monday, Sept. 2nd; Thursday & Friday, Nov. 28th & 29th; and Tuesday & Wednesday, Dec. 24 & 25.

County and State Fair Dates for 2013
November 12, 2012

Dates for the 2013 4-&/FFA Buchanan County Fair are July 13-21 and the dates for the Iowa State Fair are Aug. 8-18.

Subscribe to Money Tip$
October 24, 2012

 

It's easy to subscribe to Money Tip$ online!  Just go to http://blogs.extension.iastate.edu/moneytips, look at the top right hand side of the screen and fill in your information.  That way you will get all the important tips when they’re first released, or view archived ones.  But if you don’t want to subscribe online, call Rosemary at 319-334-7161 and tell her to add your name and address to the mailing list.  It’s as simple as that!

Stakeholder's Report
October 17, 2012

Look over our Stakeholder's Report and see some of the highlights for Buchanan County ISU Extension and Outreach during the past year.

Most Requested Information
October 12, 2012

Review the most requested forms from our office, such as the Custom Rate Survey, Cash Rental Rates Survey, Land Value Survey, and many more.

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