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Sowbridge Education Series Continues
(Posted on 11/5/2009)
A distance education program begins its third year for swine producers.

Child Care Provider Training Offered On Line
(Posted on 11/3/2009)
Oneline learing for early childhood professions will be offered by way of a webinar.

Savings Energy and Saving Money
(Posted on 10/30/2009)
Kill A Watt meters are available for people to check appliances for energy saving.

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Cresco 4-H Clover Kids Get Heart Smart!
(Posted on 10/26/2009)
The Cresco 4-H Clover Kids met in Cresco and learn all about getting Heart Smart!

Asian Lady Beetle

Ladybugs Everywhere!
(Posted on 10/23/2009)
They seem to be everywhere in the fall, red ladybugs clinging to every outdoor surface and finding their way into your home. What are they and what can you do about them?

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Free Copies of 2010 Nutrition Calendar Available
(Posted on 10/23/2009)
“Healthy Homemade” is the theme of a new full-color calendar offered by Iowa State University Extension. Each month features an easy-to-prepare recipe plus menu ideas and an activity tip. Click here to see how you can get your free copy.

Commercial Ag Weed and Plant Disease Course Set for November 18
(Posted on 10/14/2009)
Commercial pesticide applicators iin Categories 1A, 1B, 1C and 10 has a continuing education course on November 18.

Overwintering Geraniums
(Posted on 9/25/2009)
Planning to save Geraniums over the winter......

ISU Extension Announces Regional Staff
(Posted on 9/10/2009)
The regional staff for ISU Extension has been announced.

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