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News from Butler County Extension

Acreage Owner Newsletter
(Posted on 12/2/2008)
Read the monthly newsletter prepared by Iowa State University. It has many timely bits of information for you as an acreage owner!

Money For Life
(Posted on 11/25/2008)
Money for Life is a bi-monthly newsletter packed with vital information for everyone.

2008-2009 Private Pesticide Applicator Training Offered in Butler County
(Posted on 11/13/2008)
All private pesticide applicators who would like to certify by continuing instruction and not take the exam are required to attend a class EACH year. Butler County is offering three training sessions!

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Turkey Preparation Ahead
(Posted on 11/10/2008)
The holidays are approaching and that often brings to our tables the traditional turkey feast. Do you need a refresher quick course on how much turkey to buy, safe guards on thawing, and cooking instructions?

Extension to Families At Work....At Home
(Posted on 10/14/2008)
Take a look at a fantastic newsletter provided by Iowa State University covering finances, family, and health issues.

Monthly Energy Tips
(Posted on 9/24/2008)
We all need to do our part for energy conservation and need to be educated on how to do it.

Keep Up-to-Date with News From Our Specialists
(Posted on 9/16/2008)
Read the latest news release from our Field Specialists serving Butler County

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Fall 2008 C-CIC Program Schedule
(Posted on 9/16/2008)
Iowa State University Department of Entomology is sponsoring Continuing Instructional Courses for Certified Commercial Pesticide Applicators.

New Safety Concerns - Bottled Water and Microwave Cookware
(Posted on 4/11/2008)
Recent media reports raises questions about the safety of bottled water and microwave container cookware. Read up on recently submitted news releases by Iowa State University

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Getting Your Financial House In Order
(Posted on 1/7/2008)
It is a great time to "Get Your Financial House in Order".

Patrick Derdzinski

Pat Derdzinski's, County Director, Weekly News Column
(Posted on 6/20/2007)
"Around Butler County" addresses current topics of interest to Butler County citizens

Protect Yourself from Identity Theft
(Posted on 4/24/2007)
Take a look at these tips to keep from becoming a victim of identity theft.

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Learn How to Strengthen Bond Between Dad & Kids
(Posted on 8/3/2006)
Me & My Dad Web Site....look to this site to learn more about how to strengthen that all-important bond between dads and kids.

New National Financial Website & Hotline
(Posted on 4/21/2005)
A resource is now available to help imiprove our understanding of money management.

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Consumer Protection: Free Credit Reports
(Posted on 4/21/2005)
Since March 1, 2005 Iowans have a new way to track information in their credit file

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