Clarke County News

Rising Gas Prices Higher Fuel Prices Push Up Farm Custom Rates  
(Posted on 4/21/2008)
Many Iowa farmers hire some custom machine work in their farm business, or perform custom work for others. Others rent machinery or perform other services. With fuel prices still going up from a year ago, farm custom rates have increased as well.

Playground Make Playgrounds Safe For Children  
(Posted on 4/21/2008)
No one wants to see children get hurt doing what comes naturally -- playing. Playground injuries can be life-threatening to children. Learn how to keep children safe.

4-H Animals FSQA Training Time Again  
(Posted on 3/24/2008)
Food Safety Quality Assurance (FSQA) is required for all members with meat animals or dairy animals as 4-H projects.

rabbits 21st Annual Clarke County Classic Youth Rabbit Show  
(Posted on 1/14/2008)
Clarke County Extension in cooperation with the Indian Hills Rabbit Club will again be sponsoring a youth rabbit show.

Honey Bees Honey Bees and Colony Collapse Disorder  
(Posted on 7/29/2007)
Why are honey bees disappearing and what is colony collapse disorder?

Pop Is Diet Pop A Healthy Choice?  
(Posted on 7/15/2007)
Is diet pop with added vitamins and minerals really a healthy beverage choice?

Email Scams IRS Warns Taxpayers of Email Scams  
(Posted on 7/8/2007)
The latest version of an email scam intended to fool people into believing they are under investigation. The IRS urges people not to click the link in the e-mail or open the attachment.

Financial Security eXtension Launches 'Financial Security For All'  
(Posted on 6/24/2007)
Americans struggling to make good money management decisions in a complex marketplace now have a new tool at their disposal.

Telephone Tax Refund Telephone Tax Refund Continues  
(Posted on 5/28/2007)
Individuals who did not request the refund or who do not have a regular 2006 income tax filing requirement can still request a refund of the Federal Telephone Excise Tax.

Two Smart Things Two Smart Things To Do For Children  
(Posted on 5/15/2007)
Check out the information on two smart things parents and grandparents can do to ensure children's health and success at school.

Blood Pressure Cuff The Risk of High Blood Pressure  
(Posted on 5/13/2007)
Are you at normal weight for your height?
Do you do some kind of physical activity almost daily?
Do you watch the amount of sodium you eat?

If you answer no to any of those questions you may be at risk for high blood pressure. Learn why you should care and what you can do.

Bananas Lifestyle Changes, Increasing Potassium  
(Posted on 3/26/2007)
Increasing potassium is one of the lifestyle changes recommended to prevent, delay or lower blood pressure. But is the banana your best potassium source?

Thrive by Five Teaching Your Preschooler: Spending & Saving  
(Posted on 12/15/2006)
Thrive by Five includes free activities and other resources for parents who want to encourage healthy attitudes about money in young children.

Debt Free Reduce Your Debts the PowerPay Way  
(Posted on 12/8/2006)
A key to good financial health is gaining control of your debt. Setting the goal is just the first step, then it's time to get to work.

Control Your Money Free Online Course: Take Control Of Your Money   
(Posted on 10/27/2006)
Don’t let money-or lack of it-control YOU! ISU Extension’s free web course offers tools and strategies to help you take control of your money.

Bankruptcy Ongoing Bankruptcy Education  
(Posted on 8/25/2006)
Iowa State University Extension's "Planning To Stay Ahead" is an approved debtor education course that satisfies the Bankruptcy Code requirement.

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