Chickasaw County News

logo W.K. Kellogg Foundation Announces Grant to Implement Food & Fitness Community Action Plan  
(Posted on 11/19/2009)
The W.K. Kellogg Foundation announced November 16 it is continuing its investment in the Northeast Food & Fitness Initiative. With the award of $1.2 million over three years, the initiative now moves from the planning phase to implementation.

  
(Posted on 11/18/2009)

corn ISU Extension Crop Clinic Scheduled for December 17  
(Posted on 11/13/2009)
The annual Iowa State University Extension Chickasaw/Floyd Crop Clinic for area producers will be held December 17 at the Raleigh Hill Country Club, Ionia. Speakers for the day are ISU Extension specialists Elwynn Taylor, Chad Hart and Brian Lang.

winter corn Leaving Corn Stand Through Winter is a Tough Decision  
(Posted on 11/13/2009)
With lots of corn still standing in very wet fields and carrying a high moisture content maybe leaving the corn in the field is something to consider.

powerpay Paying Off Debt with PowerPay  
(Posted on 11/10/2009)
PowerPay is a confidential and free computer analysis that shows how much interest and time can be saved by making “power payments.” Learn more about how PowerPay can help you create a plan to manage your debt.

trout run Northeast Iowa Food & Fitness Initiative Releases New Video  
(Posted on 11/9/2009)
We are on the ground floor to improve the policies, practices, and systems that determine how food arrives on our tables and how our communities can grow opportunities for physical activity for all. Click here to watch the newest video about our work.

corn Corn Mold and Mycotoxin Issues Showing Up in More Iowa Fields  
(Posted on 11/9/2009)
Moldy corn on ears being harvested this fall could cause problems if grain isn't dried and stored properly. Find out what you can do if you find mold in your fields.

Clovers 4-H Clover Kids Learn About Shadows  
(Posted on 10/30/2009)
4-H Clover Kids learned shadows are not always spooky.

Erin Women Learn to Polish their Finances   
(Posted on 10/29/2009)
Erin Ludwig, Family Resource Management Program Specialist presented “Polishing Your Personal Finances” in a break out session at the Second Annual Women’s Leadership Summit in Decorah in October.

calendar Free Copies of 2010 Nutrition Calendar Available  
(Posted on 10/23/2009)
“Healthy Homemade” is the theme of a new full-color calendar offered by Iowa State University Extension. Each month features an easy-to-prepare recipe plus menu ideas and an activity tip. Click here to see how you can get your free copy.

Budget Gain Control of Finances This Holiday Season with Budget Basics  
(Posted on 10/21/2009)
Iowa State University Extension is offering a personal financial management series. The online class called “Budget Basics” will be offered one hour a week for three weeks.

spray ISU Extension Offers 2009 Ag Chemical Dealer Updates  
(Posted on 10/16/2009)
Updates on the latest crop production products and recommendations are the featured topics of the 2009 Ag Chemical Dealer Update Series. Sponsored by Iowa State University Extension.

ISU Regional Staff Announced  
(Posted on 9/10/2009)
The regional staff for ISU Extension has been announced in Region 4.

Money Talk: A Financial Guide For Women  
(Posted on 8/18/2009)
Women often have unique financial needs. 85% of women will be on their own financially at some time.

beefr carcass 4H and FFA Carcass Results Announced  
(Posted on 8/16/2009)
Chickasaw 4-H and FFA members met and learned the results of the beef carcass contest. Beef Carcass Champion, Cody Schneider receiving the plaque from Dale Thoreson

  
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