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Clover Kids Summer Program
(Posted on 5/26/2009)
Where the Action is...Franklin County Clover Kids. The summer program for Kindergarten - third graders.

Franklin County Farmers Market
(Posted on 4/21/2009)
The 2009 Market will be held from 5-7 pm on Fridays from May 15 through October 16 and on Tuesdays from June 2 through September 29. The location is the Main Street Square at the corner of 1st Avenue NW and 1st Street NW in Hampton.

Crop Happenings Newsletter
(Posted on 4/20/2009)
The 2009 growing season is off and running so it’s time to start reading CROP HAPPENINGS.

Managing Tough Times
(Posted on 1/22/2009)
Tips from ISU Extension and eXtension.org. ---
Providing assistance to Iowans during this time of economic uncertainty and develop awareness for Extension programs.

Who Ya Gonna Call?
(Posted on 5/8/2008)
Get your questions answered online! Is it safe to eat rhubarb throughout the growing season? Can I substitute applesauce for oil when baking to reduce fat and calories? 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.

Yard & Garden Online and Other Links
(Posted on 5/8/2008)
Looking for information on lawn care, tree care or gardening--this is a great resource. Once connected make sure to select Gardening in the Zone link.

Publications Online
(Posted on 5/8/2008)
Look here to find ISU Extension publications online! Topics include: Families & Consumers, Agriculture Production & Management, Community & Business Interests, Natural Resources, and Other Interests.
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