Delaware County News
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.” 
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.
Fumigation Course Scheduled for December 1, 2009 (Posted on 11/11/2009)
Delaware County will host a Fumigation Continuing Instructional Course (CIC) for commercial pesticide applicators on Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2009. The registration fee is $35 on or before Nov. 24 and $45 after Nov. 24. 
New Crop of Master Gardeners Complete Training (Posted on 10/26/2009)
Delaware County’s new crop of Master Gardener Trainees have completed their 40 hours of classroom training and are now classified as Master Gardener Interns through Iowa State University Extension and the ISU College of Agriculture. 
I Dare You Leadership Award Recipients Named (Posted on 10/26/2009)
The I Dare You award was first offered in 1941 by the late William H. Danforth, founder of the Ralston Purina Company in St. Louis, who challenged young people to achieve their highest potential and to influence others through lives of service. Mitch Hildebrand, Tara Schwietert, Jenna Voelker and Michelle Voelker were awarded the national I Dare You Leadership Awards in recognition of personal integrity, balanced living and potential for leadership. 
Delaware County 4-H Volunteers Honored (Posted on 10/26/2009)
The 60th annual Delaware County 4-H Volunteer Recognition Banquet was held on Sunday, October 25th. Awards of the Clover, 4-H Alumni and Honorary Awards, and Meritorious Service to 4-H were among the honors given. 
4-H History in Delaware County 1919-2009 Celebrating 90 Years (Posted on 10/13/2009)
In 1919, the first 4-H clubs were organized in Delaware County. In 1919 – 1920, there were 7 clubs listed. Ninety boys were enrolled but only 21 completed a project.
In 2009, Delaware County has 339 members in grades 4-12 and an additional 25 CloverKids in two groups of Kindergarteners through third grades. There are 22 FFA members enrolled receiving the 4-H newsletter and eligible to attend project meetings and county fair. There are 67 club and project leaders in Delaware County.
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.
Livestock Producers Facing Explosion Hazards with Manure Pumping (Posted on 10/13/2009)
News reports have surfaced again detailing flash fires and explosions in livestock buildings while liquid pit manure was being agitated and pumped. Iowa State University Extension agricultural engineers say these episodes highlight the caution needed when agitating and pumping manure from pits beneath buildings.
How Do I Join 4-H? (Posted on 9/23/2009)
Joining 4-H is much easier than you may think. Anyone in grades Kindergarten through 12th grade can get involved. Clover Kids is a 4-H program for youth in grades Kindergarten through 3rd grade. 4-H Club membership is open to all youth 4th through 12th grade. Activities that you participate in will challenge your skills, and you will learn from other kids and adults that truly care about you and what you learn. 
ServSafe® Classes to be Offered to Food Service Professionals (Posted on 9/11/2009)
Iowa State University Extension is offering several ServSafe® classes for food service professionals. ServSafe® training will provide knowledge every food service provider must know about food hazards and proper food handling practices in order to keep food safe and protect the establishment against the costly nightmare of a foodborne-illness outbreak. Participants will learn ways of prevention, regulatory requirements, and how to improve food quality. 
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.”
Delaware County 4-H Foundation (Posted on 8/10/2007)
The Delaware County 4-H Foundation was formed in 2005 to provide a tax-exempt method for area residents and businesses to support the Delaware County 4-H Youth program. 
Visit the Delaware County Fair - July 12 - 18, 2010 (Posted on 3/1/2007)
The annual Delaware County Fair plays host to hundreds of 4-H and FFA exhibits from throughout the county giving us the opportunity to showcase some of the county’s finest youth. It is also home to great shows and entertainment and a fabulous place to spend time with family and friends. 
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