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Local News

Extension Notes News Column
(Posted on 9/28/2009)
Extension Notes are produced weekly by Gary Hall, ISU Regional Extension Education Director. Check out the various topics of interest to those in Franklin County.

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.

News from Iowa State University Extension

ISU Extension Offers Tips for Users of Geographic Information Systems on International GIS Day
(Posted on 11/18/2009)
Observance of International Geographic Information Systems Day highlights resources available from ISU Extension for users of GIS computer software.

Implementation of Food & Fitness Community Action Plan Awarded Grant
(Posted on 11/17/2009)
Northeast Iowa group receives funding to continue promoting healthy, locally grown food and abundant opportunities for physical activity and play.

Conference Will Focus on Agriculture-based Bioeconomy Solutions
(Posted on 11/16/2009)

James E Lovelock, called by some the paramedic to the planet, will offer the benefits of biochar as the first solution to greenhouse gases during his keynote address at the start of the conference.

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 Peters-County Extension Education Director
Phone: 641-456-4811
Fax: 641-456-4811
Email: beverly@iastate.edu

Gary Hall-Regional Extension Education Director
Phone: (641) 423-0844 Extension 2213
Fax: (641) 423-2642
Email: garyhall@iastate.edu

Sandra M. Scholl-Community Development Specialist
Phone: 319-234-6811
Fax: 319-234-5581
Email: sscholl@iastate.edu