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Saving Energy

Extension's Energy Tip
(Posted on 6/20/2009)
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.

4-h Clover

4-H Club Information
(Posted on 6/12/2009)
You can find the 4-H Newsletters, club Information, download forms or get lots of other useful information to help you with all of your 4-H projects and/or your Record Books.

Produce

Plan Ahead For Home Canning This Summer
(Posted on 5/31/2009)
Home canning is a growing trend. Extension publications and resources are available to help you. Get current information for safe and high quality home canned food.

Child Nature

Children Benefit from Time in Nature
(Posted on 5/30/2009)
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.

Couple

Keep Your Marriage Strong in Stressful Times
(Posted on 5/14/2009)
Iowa State University's research on strong marriages suggests that men and women truly can vary in the ways they handle highly stressful times.

Strawberries

Fresh Strawberries
(Posted on 5/3/2009)
The strawberry is the most popular berry in the United States. Find out what you can do with strawberries.

CD Player

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.

Voyage to Greatness

2009 Iowa 4-H Youth Conference
(Posted on 4/17/2009)
Take a "Voyage to Greatness" at the 2009 Iowa 4-H Youth Conference!

New Tax Provision

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.

Strawberries

Planting Strawberries in the Home Garden
(Posted on 3/27/2009)
Fresh strawberries are an irresistible treat. They taste great on cereal, pancakes, waffles, and ice cream. They also make excellent jams, jellies, and pies.

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