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Local News

2010 Barn Quilts of Grundy County Calendar
(Posted on 10/29/2009)
The 2010 Barn Quilts of Grundy County Calendar is now available!

Barn Quilts of Grundy County
(Posted on 6/14/2005)
Quilt Blocks painted on barns in rural Grundy County.

News from Iowa State University Extension

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.

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.

Study Measures Significance of Agriculture to Iowa Economy
(Posted on 10/16/2009)
As harvest takes place it is appropriate to note agriculture's impact not only on the the landscape, but on Iowa's economy. County by county economic impacts are available.

Staff

Sandra Scholl-Communities Program Specialist
Phone: (319)234-6811
Fax: (319)234-5581
Email: sscholl@iastate.edu