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Need Answers Now?
(Posted on 2/8/2010)
Get answers now with one of Iowa State University Hotlines. They provide quick reliable information related to home & family, teens, food preparation, horticulture, farming, finances, legal issues, or continuing education. This is the spot for answers!

Swine Production Seminar in Spirit Lake
(Posted on 2/8/2010)
Join us Wednesday, March 10th from 9:30 - 3:00 in the Dickinson County Community Building for a Swine Production Seminar. Topics include An Industry Update; Production & Health Practices; Extraordinary Performance; Decision Making In Volatile Markets; Feed Ingredients; and Employee Performance Factors.

Iowa Farm Lease Agreement Forms
(Posted on 1/18/2010)
Are you looking for Iowa farm lease agreements for farm ground, pasture ground, buildings, etc.? If so, Iowa State University Extension can help provide that template.

ISU Announces Public Employee Leadership Academy
(Posted on 1/13/2010)
An online leadership academy -- 10 courses of instruction -- to meet the needs of Iowa public agency workers was designed and made available by ISU Extension Continuing Education and Professional Development. Anyone interested in the topics can enroll in one or more of the courses.

4-H Day at ISU Basketball Game - February 27th
(Posted on 1/13/2010)
The Iowa 4-H Foundation is hosting a 4-H Day at the Iowa State Women’s basketball game versus Kansas State on Saturday, February 27th, 2010 at Hilton Coliseum in Ames.

Online Learning For Early Childhood Professionals
(Posted on 1/13/2010)
Have you heard about our webinars? Early childhood professionals can now participate in online learning that is convenient, cost effective and easy. Come visit the Early Learning Webinar Website for details on webinars running February - May.

Money Talk Financial Class For Women Starts February
(Posted on 1/13/2010)
Iowa State University Extension’s Money Talk program helps women take charge of their financial future. The next class begins February 8 and is available both online and as a home-study course.

Be Ready Iowa for Winter Weather
(Posted on 12/23/2009)
Make sure your family is ready for winter. Preparing for cold weather conditions and responding to them effectively can reduce the dangers caused by winter storms.

2010 Healthy Meals & Fitness Calendar - Available Now!
(Posted on 12/23/2009)
Fitting a well-balanced meal and daily physical activity into a regular routine isn’t always easy. The ISU Extension Healthy Homemade 2010 Nutrition and Fitness Calendar is an attractive, helpful way to put both on the daily schedule. Stop by our office today to get your FREE copy!

FREE On-Line Money Management Course
(Posted on 12/21/2009)
The New Year is a great time to "Take Control of Your Money" through a FREE On-Line course provided by ISU Extension. Learn money management skills in the privacy of your own home and gain access to a free learning coach.

Check Your Credit Report Annually -- It's Free!
(Posted on 12/21/2009)
Because your credit report can have a major impact on your well-being, it is wise to check it annually to make sure it contains only accurate information. All U.S. consumers are eligible for free annual credit reports from 3 national credit reporting agencies.

Iowa 4-H Launches NEW Website
(Posted on 12/21/2009)
Iowa 4-H has a new look online and tech-savvy teens say it's "better than Facebook!" Check It Out Now!

4-H Newsletters are Online
(Posted on 12/21/2009)
If you can't find your recent 4-H Newsletter, access it online anytime. Keeping 4-H members and their families informed of upcoming dates and deadlines is important to us!
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