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Paying Off Debt the PowerPay Way
(Posted on 11/12/2009)
“School loans, credit card bills, house payments, car payments, and other loans are causing many people to feel overwhelmed during these tough economic times,” according to Erin Ludwig, Iowa State University Extension Family Resource Management Program Specialist. “The PowerPay system can help consumers create a plan to manage their debt.”

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Saving Energy and Saving Money - A Kill A Watt Meter Can Help
(Posted on 11/11/2009)
Most of us only have a vague idea of how much electricity we use each month and almost no idea of how much electricity an individual appliance uses. You may be wondering how inefficient an older appliance is such as a refrigerator, freezer, or TV set. You can use a Kill A Watt meter to calculate how much electricity the appliance is using each week, month or whole year. These meters are available for check out your local Iowa State University Extension office.

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Senior Health Fair Sept. 29th
(Posted on 10/13/2009)
Delaware County ISU Extension participated in the annual Senior Health Fair held last week (Sept. 29) at the Community Center in Manchester.

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Concerned About Heating Cost This Winter? Delaware County Extension Can Help
(Posted on 10/9/2009)
With the high cost of fuel for energy everyone is wondering how they are going to pay their bills this winter. Delaware County Extension can help. The Extension office has several publications that can assist you with low cost methods to winterize your home.

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Extension Offering FREE Personal Finance Tips via E-mail
(Posted on 8/18/2009)
Do you want to learn tips to improve your personal finances? Are you always looking for ways to save money? If yes, then you might be interested in taking advantage of Iowa State University Extension’s “Money Message.”

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Low Income Telephone Assistance Available
(Posted on 8/17/2007)
Two programs have been made available to help low-income households obtain affordable telephone service.

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Who Ya Gonna Call?
(Posted on 2/22/2006)
Get your questions answered online! Can I substitute applesauce for oil when baking to reduce fat and calories? What is the best way to thaw a turkey? What is the cost of raising a child? These are just a few of the questions that the Answer Line can help you with. Don't hesitate to go online or give them a call toll-free at 1-800-735-2942 to get the answer to your questions.

News from Iowa State University Extension

In Times of Stress, Manage Conflict, Don’t Blame — and Call Iowa Concern
(Posted on 11/16/2009)
The coordinator of Iowa State University Extension’s Iowa Concern Hotline offers tips to keep conflict positive when dealing with stress and economic hard times.
ISU Extension Offers Resources for Farmers Under Stress
(Posted on 10/30/2009)
Local ISU Extension offices can provide a gateway to a wide variety of resources available to help farm families deal with challenging times.
Iowans Say Changes Due to Recession and Community Education Are Permanent
(Posted on 10/30/2009)
Iowans are making spending changes during the recession that may become permanent, according to a recent national poll. At the same time they are willing to help people who are struggling, as exemplified in Iowa's Horizons communities.

Staff

Beverly Berna-Family Life Field Specialist
Phone: 563/583-6496
Fax: 563/583-4844
Email: bberna@iastate.edu

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