Cass County News
EARLY LEARNING WEBINARS (Posted on 11/5/2009)
Online learning for eary child care providers and early childhood professionals.
It's easy, convenient and low cost. 
Healthy Meals in a Hurry (Posted on 10/26/2009)
Healthy Meals in a Hurry, time saving, cost saving, and nutrition meals are the features of the program. Learn how to do all three with "eat now and eat later" cooking. Cook once every two weeks! 
Cass County 4-H Newsletter (Posted on 10/26/2009)
The November 2009 issue of the 4-H Newsletter is now available online. In this issue you will find information on Recruiting New Members, Beef Weigh In, County Fair Breeding Beef, IA State Fair and AK-SAR-BEN Market Beef Regulations, Youth Council, Pioneer Grant and more. 2009-2010 SW Iowa Area 4-H Council (Posted on 10/2/2009)
The purpose of the SW Iowa Area 4-H Council (Regions 17 & 18) is to provide significant leadership development experiences for teens. Members of the Council will be involved in identifying needs, sharing ideas, and developing a plan on action to help address piority needs. In addition, the Council will assist in overall 4-H and Youth program development by serving in an advisory capacity to staff. 
Secrets of Sooty Blotch & Flyspeck on Apples (Posted on 9/22/2009)
More than 60 species of fungi are responsible for the blemishes that thrive on apples in wet years, but they can be minimized with good management of your trees 
When to put the lawn mower away? (Posted on 9/17/2009)
What are those bugs in my flowers? What is my hardiness zone location? When can I stop mowing the lawn in the fall? Ask the ISU Extension Garden Experts. 
Static Building Project Results (Posted on 9/3/2009)
Cass County 4-H Static Building Results, 4-H members participate in conference style judging on the exhibits to gain communication skills, as well as suggestions for improving their project area. Members are awarded blue, red and white ribbons based on the exhibit, as well as exhibit goals. All outstanding projects are considered state fair. Managing Tough Times (Posted on 5/11/2009)
Keeping Your Marriage Strong in Stressful Times, when money gets tight, life-style expectations changes. Check out the many ways a couples differences can strengthen a relationships. 
Aronia Berry Industry (Posted on 4/20/2009)
The Rural Development Resource Center is offering a free business plan writing workshop to assist anyone considering getting into the Aronia Berry Industry 
Help Children Grow Up F.I.T. (Posted on 3/19/2009)
In spite of all the running and playing they do, many children do not get enough exercise. Today’s children are growing up in a visually oriented, high-tech society with too much observation and not enough participation in physical activities. 
Extension's Energy Tip (Posted on 8/8/2008)
Extension’s Energy Tip: If your home has single-pane windows, consider replacing them with new energy efficient double-pane windows with high-performance glass (e.g., low-e).
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