Raising Healthy Kids
(Posted on 5/9/2008)
ISU Extension has the research based information to help parents raise healthy kids. Follow this link for resources in helping kids with food choices and ideas.

Healthy Meals in a Hurry
(Posted on 5/2/2008)
Making nutritious food choices can be a challenge whether you're facing a hungry family or just your own growling stomach. A new program from Iowa State University Extension is designed to help consumers of all ages

Better Kid Care- Improving Transition Times
(Posted on 4/22/2008)
Moving from place to place, activity to activity, is often filled with tears, screaming, and tantrums. Learn how you can smooth transitions to make them productive, fun times for children and stress free for adults. Day Care Providers and Parents will learn to help children of all ages transition.

Join 4-H!!
(Posted on 4/1/2008)
Want to be a part of the fun? Here's how to join! Explore what the 4-H's stands for. You may be suprised how much it will shape your life and how many friends you will make!

Child Care That Works
(Posted on 2/5/2008)
Self Study Kits for Child Care Providers are available for check-out at the Extension Office. The cost is $5 (which includes one certificate). The check out time is one week. Convenient way to meet part of home day care state registry requirements.

BARN QUILTS OF HAMILTON COUNTY
(Posted on 2/5/2008)
The Barn Quilts of Hamilton County is based on a similar project begun in Adams County, Ohio in 2001. Using old and weathered tobacco barns, the Ohio Arts Council, encouraged local artists to paint traditional quilt squares on the barns, similar to the way barns were once painted with logos, such as the familiar Mail Pouch Tobacco advertisements.

Children and Ethanol-Based Hand Sanitizers
(Posted on 6/28/2007)
Don’t let convenient hand sanitizers create a health risk for youngsters. Keep sanitizers out of reach of children that might consume them.

Diffuse your anger when kids overload your circuits
(Posted on 6/18/2007)
The temperature isn’t the only thing that can rise in the summer. Families may find themselves more stressed when school ends and routines change. Here are some tips for keeping your cool this summer

Emerald Ash Borer Alert!
(Posted on 6/7/2007)
Follow this link for more information regarding the Emerald Ash Borer, a threat to Iowa's population of ash trees.

Take Control of Your Money - Free Web Course
(Posted on 5/15/2007)
A free online course, offered through Iowa State University Extension, is helping people get a grip on their money. The course – Take Control of Your Money – makes it possible to learn money management skills in the privacy of your home. The 7-step process covers spending habits, getting out of debt, and increasing savings.

Understanding the Do Not Call List and Privacy Notices
(Posted on 3/22/2007)
“Tired of telemarketers? Don’t want your personal information shared with businesses you aren’t using? Understanding the National Do Not Call Registry and privacy notices can help you solve these problems.”

Hamilton County Insect Identification
(Posted on 2/21/2007)
Have you found an insect, spider, tick or mite that you'd like identified?

Maintaining a Healthy Weight Forever
(Posted on 11/17/2006)
Get off the couch and get moving! Learn about small steps you can take to help maintain a healthy weight.