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Early Learning Webinars
(Posted on 11/6/2009)
Have you heard about our Early Learning Webinars? Early childhood professionals can now participate in online early childhood training that is convenient, cost effective and easy.

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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.

PROSPER

Hampton-Dumont PROSPER in 8th year
(Posted on 8/21/2009)
Hampton-Dumont PROSPER, a federally funded research project, begins its 8th year with the 2 evidence based programs annually offered.

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Managing Tough Times
(Posted on 8/6/2009)
Check ISU Extension's Managing Tough Times website to find answers from reliable resources and experts backed by research.

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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.

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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 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.
Operation: Military Kids Supports Children Affected by Deployment
(Posted on 10/20/2009)
Operation: Military KidsAnother 3,500 Iowa National Guard Soldiers will be deployed for duty in Afghanistan in fall 2010. Iowa children who will have family members deploying can get help from Operation: Military Kids.
Recession Weary Iowans Taking Action to Reduce Poverty
(Posted on 10/20/2009)
Iowans are willing to help others in their community during these difficult economic times, according to a recent national poll. Find out how some Iowa communities are taking action.
Families with Teens Can Learn to Deal with Stress, Manage Conflict and Live Together
(Posted on 10/16/2009)
Economic worries combined with ever-changing parent-teen relationships can lead to stressed-out families. ISU Extension has several publications available online to help families with teens deal with stress and change and learn to live together.

Staff

Donna Andrusyk-Family Life Field Specialist
Phone: 319/882-4275
Fax: 319/882-4292
Email: andrusyk@iastate.edu

Brenda Schmitt-Family Resource Management Field Specialist
Phone: (641)423-0844
Fax: (641)423-2642
Email: schmitt@iastate.edu

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

Barb Ristau-Extension Families Program Assistant
Phone: 641-456-4811
Fax:
Email: barbr@iastate.edu

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