Clarke County News
Extension's Energy Tip (Posted on 8/7/2009)
As part of President Gregory Geoffroy and Vice President for Extension Jack Payne’s call for energy conservation education, we are providing a monthly energy tip. 
Children Benefit from Time in Nature (Posted on 5/29/2009)
Today’s children are not spending enough time each week in unstructured play outside. Here are some suggestions for adults to offer opportunities for children to spend time outdoors. 
Plan for Happy Traveling with Children (Posted on 4/27/2009)
Car travel is part of life for most families. With a little planning, traveling with children can be a positive experience for everyone. 
Making Work Pay (Posted on 4/5/2009)
You can read more about the new American Recovery and Reinvestment Act provision that will result in less federal income tax withholding in your paycheck beginning in April. 
Making Dollars & Sense of Your Finance$ (Posted on 3/9/2009)
This new publication offers individuals and families useful and sensible financial information to navigate the recession and personal financial situations. 
Plan For Backyard Playground Safety (Posted on 3/8/2009)
Spring weather and backyard playgrounds are beckoning children. Here are suggestions to help improve the safety of your backyard play area. 
Managing Tough Times (Posted on 3/1/2009)
During today's uncertain economic times, Iowans must make the most of their money, knowledge and skills as they make decisions. 
Color Kids Healthy (Posted on 3/1/2009)
How do you get your kids to try new foods especially fruits and vegetables. 
Living With Your Teenager (Posted on 2/15/2009)
Being parents of teenagers is not for the faint hearted. But knowing what to expect makes parenting easier. 
Attitude Is Key to Enjoying Life (Posted on 1/21/2009)
How are you handling the realities of life? How we deal with our reality will make a different to how we handle life. 
Keep Food Safe To Save Money (Posted on 1/19/2009)
Food is a flexible budget expense which can be reduced when money is tight. Keeping food safe saves money by preventing food waste and foodborne illness. 
Kids and TV: Limit Screen Time (Posted on 1/9/2009)
Does background television have any unintended consequences for children’s behavior and development? 
Managing Money in Tough Times (Posted on 12/20/2008)
More Americans feel added stress and anxiety about their financial future as talk of rising consumer debt, falling housing prices, rising costs of living, and declining retail sales bring up worries about the nation’s economic health. 
Tools To Help Build Positive Relationships (Posted on 11/2/2008)
Building positive relationships with children is a lifelong task. Donna K. Donald, Iowa State University Extension Family Life Field Specialist, recommends five tools to help the effort which can yield lifelong rewards. 
Sources for Help with Prescription Drug Costs (Posted on 10/19/2008)
Help is available for individuals who are struggling with their prescription costs. If you lack coverage or find yourself in the donut hole of your current plan there are some possible solutions. 
Stretching Food Dollars (Posted on 10/3/2008)
Food prices are increasing. We have some tips to save money at the grocery store. 
Understand How Brain Style Affects Parenting (Posted on 10/2/2008)
Ever wonder why you and your child sometimes mix about as well as oil and water? It may be that your brain styles are opposites. By understanding the four brain styles, you and your child can get along and even learn to enjoy each other. 
Freezing Your Credit Report (Posted on 10/1/2008)
After July 1, 2008 Iowa consumers have the ability to freeze their credit reports. When should you use this service and how should it be managed? 
Reducing Food Costs (Posted on 9/30/2008)
Food costs are rising; consider these tips to reduce the cost at the cash register. 
Talk To Children About Tough Times (Posted on 9/29/2008)
Many families are facing financial concerns that are causing changes in how they live. Be honest and open with your family about what is happening. Think about what message you want to sent to your children. 
Credit Report/Credit Score (Posted on 9/29/2008)
Credit reports and scores are a guide that impacts your ability to qualify for consumer loans, mortgages, rental property, employment, and insurance. The cost of using credit rises if your report contains negative information. 
Help Children Grow Up Fit (Posted on 5/31/2008)
Today's children are growing up in a visually oriented, high-tech society with too much observation and not enough participation in physical activities.
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