Millipede Invasion a Common Problem This Year....Why?
(Posted on 10/13/2008)
Is your home invaded by lots of brown wormy-looking things with a ton of tiny legs? Where did they come from? Are they harmful? How do you get rid of them? Read on to find out what ISU Extension research tells us about these unwanted critters.

35th Annual Farm Income Tax School
(Posted on 10/7/2008)
Could your tax practice be improved with a better understanding of income tax rules, regulations, and interpretations? Then plan to attend a Farm Income Tax School sponsored by the Iowa State University Center for Agricultural Law and Taxation.

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.

Saving Money at the Grocery Store
(Posted on 10/2/2008)
Food costs are rising; consider these tips to reduce the cost at the cash register.

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
(Posted on 9/26/2008)
Since the program began in 1985, mammography rates have more than doubled for women age 50 and older and breast cancer deaths have declined.

Help Children Handle Stress During Natural Disasters
(Posted on 7/3/2008)
Recent natural disasters are causing disruption and changes for many Iowa families. The stress of these circumstances affects children, too. Donna K. Donald, a family life specialist with Iowa State University Extension, says parents as well as those who work with children need to watch for signs of stress in children.

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.

Credit Report/Credit Score - Why You Need to Know This Information
(Posted on 4/30/2008)
Credit reports and scores are a guide that impacts your ability to qualify for consumer loans, mortgages, rental property, employment, and insurance. The cost of using credit rises if your report contains negative information.