Children Benefit From Time in Nature
(Posted on 5/29/2009)
Today’s children are not spending enough time each week in unstructured play outside. Donna Donald, Iowa State University Extension family life field specialist, says children will develop observation skills, reduce stress levels, increase attention span, and develop nurturing skills as they explore nature. She offers suggestions for adults to offer opportunities for children to spend time outdoors.

2009 Clothing Event Day Forms
(Posted on 5/28/2009)
4-H'ers can show off their style at the Clothing Event Day held July 7. They will meet with a judge and then model their clothing for family and friends.

Making Work Pay - Impact on Your Tax Return
(Posted on 4/8/2009)
Making Work Pay is the new American Recovery and Reinvestment Act provision that will result in less federal income tax withholding in your paycheck beginning in April. The added amount in your paycheck may result in tax return changes when you file for the 2009 and 2010 tax years.

Plan for Happy Traveling with Children
(Posted on 3/26/2009)
Car travel is part of life for most families. With a little planning, says Donna K. Donald, Iowa State University Extension family life field specialist, traveling with children can be a positive experience for everyone. Mrs. Donald offers suggestions for successful traveling with children.

Plan for Playground Safety before Kids Play in the Backyard
(Posted on 3/13/2009)
Spring weather and backyard playgrounds are beckoning children. “But be sure the playground equipment is safe before you let them play on it,” says Donna K. Donald, Iowa State University Extension family life field specialist. Mrs. Donald offers suggestions to improve the safety of your backyard play area.

Farm Bill Update Hosted at ISU Extension Office in Guthrie County
(Posted on 3/2/2009)
What does the new Farm Bill have in store for you? Find out about new programs, updates and requirements for the new Farm Bill by attending one of the many FSA meetings hosted by ISU Extension of Guthrie County through the month of March.

Living With Your Teenager
(Posted on 1/30/2009)
Being parents of teenagers is not for the faint hearted. But knowing what to expect makes parenting easier. Donna K. Donald, Iowa State University Extension family life field specialist, invites you to check out the newly revised publication series – Living with your teenager. It focuses on understanding emotional and physical changes, changes in thinking, and the changing parent-child relationship.

It's COOL - Country of Origin Labeling
(Posted on 10/6/2008)
Livestock producers and 4-H members need to know how to be COOL - complying with the Country of Origin Labeling process.

Acreage Living Newsletter
(Posted on 6/12/2008)
Iowa State University Extension provides a research based, on-line, and free newsletter for Iowa's acreage owners.