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Partnering with Parents Combined program expands understanding of family needs  
(Posted on 7/8/2008)
Parent educators came to Marshall County recently to participate in a pilot program coordinated by ISU Extension, strengthening the skills they need to support families.

Ellsworth Residents have visions of a properous Ellsworth  
(Posted on 7/8/2008)
ISU Extension's Horizons program is giving communities the framework to address economic issues, build community leadership and find ways to implement change. In Ellsworth, community pride is creating a "we can do it together" attitude to move priority actions forward.

Grand Junction Community Spirit guides Grand Junction rejuvenation  
(Posted on 7/8/2008)
ISU Extension's Horizons program is giving communities the framework to address economic issues, build community leadership and find ways to implement change. In Grand Junction, residents are looking at ways to create a cleaner, safer, healthier town and to provide an after-school program for children.

Extension's Energy Tip  
(Posted on 7/3/2008)
If you use air-conditioning, set your thermostat as high as comfortably possible in the summer. The less difference between the indoor and outdoor temperatures, the lower your overall cooling bill will be. This tip is brought to you by the U.S. Department of Energy and ISU Extension.

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