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Alliant Energy Operation Releaf in Keokuk County

March 12, 2013

Keokuk County Extension is partnering with Alliant Energy to provide the Operation Releaf program in Keokuk County. Alliant Energy customers may order up to 2 trees per household through the program for $25.00 per tree. A limited number of trees are available. Trees must be picked up at the Keokuk County Expo grounds on May 23, 2013. For more information please contact the Keokuk County Extension Office at 641-622-2680. For information on trees and to obtain an order form please click on the above title.

Keokuk County Extension Office Has Moved

March 12, 2013

Iowa State University Extension & Outreach in Keokuk County has moved to its new office located on the Expo Fairgrounds on the east edge of Sigourney.

Wild Flower book developed by Keokuk County Master Gardeners

March 11, 2013

The Keokuk Master Gardeners have published a Wild Flower book. There are 28 wild flowers in this book, with descriptions of the flowers, where to find them and when they will bloom. This book is a way to get youth interested in outdoor activities, horticulture and wild flowers. There is a scavenger hunt with scoring for finding the flowers in the book.

Conserve Water to Prepare for Possible Water Shortages

March 4, 2013

Ongoing effects from the drought may hit closer to home with possible water shortages this year across the state. Iowans can prepare by finding simple ways to conserve water in their own homes. Click here for more details from Iowa State University.

Clover Kids Programs to start in Keokuk County

September 25, 2012

Clover Kids is a FUN 4-H program for children in kindergarten through third grade. Children participate in hands-on activities designed to build lots of different life skills! Clover Kids also participate in activities, games, and other positive experiences in a supportive, creative, challenging and fun environment.

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Statewide Resources

AnswerLine

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Dare to Excel

Help children succeed at school by creating a home environment that promotes learning. Find out how developing routines, setting limits, and providing good nutrition can help.
Iowa Concern

A 24-hour resource for legal, finance, crisis and disaster and personal health issues, Iowa Concern provides access to an attorney for legal education, stress counselors, and information and referral services.
Just In Time Parenting

A national resource that brings quality, research-based information to families at the time it can be most useful and make the biggest difference in their lives.
Powerful Tools for Caregivers

A series of classes designed to empower family caregivers of older adults to take better care of themselves. Learn more about the six-week series and find a class near you.
Connect with Families!

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CYFERNET

Find reliable, high quality, research-based information for professionals and parents in CYFERNet’s clearinghouse of the best children, youth and family resources of all the public land-grant universities in the country.
Early Childhood Professional Resources

Are you an early childhood professional that provides care and education in your home, a center or a school? Check out our programs, resources, and trainings available to help you be the best early childhood professional you can be.
Eco-family

Learn about connecting family and the environment, get ideas on “living lighter”, and share your experiences and thoughts on how to positively impact economic and environmental health through sustainable living.
National Network for Childcare (NNCC)

A source of over 1000 publications and resources related to child care. Publications are research-based and reviewed.
Science of Parenting

Parenting can be fun, enjoyable and stressful! Check out our blog and podcasts for the latest research based information and resources to help parents in their important role of raising children.
Human Housing

Articles from Ag & Biosystems Engineering for housing issues.