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Iowa State University Extension and Outreach: Linn County

As your front door to Iowa State University we are your access to information and services to improve the quality of life in your community.  We provide research and education on public issues, food and nutrition, health, financial management, youth development, and family relationships.   

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EcoFamily Blog   |  STARS Learning Center   |  Science of Parenting Blog   |  MoneyTips Blog
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Homegrown Lifestyles Blog   |   The People's Garden at Hiawatha Elementary School

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VACANCY: Linn County Extension Director
May 22, 2013

If you are a dynamic leader and team player that would be interested in working to carry out the objectives and directives of the Extension Council, including development and nurturance of community relationships; supervision and coordination of county staff; preparation and interpretation of reports; organization and allocation of resources; interpretation and communication of policy; and development, training, evaluation and reporting on program areas than this is the position for you!  Applications are due July 1, 2013 or until position is filled.

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Spring Field Day Tour at ISU SE Iowa Research Farm on June 27
June 13, 2013

This field day tour will feature a presentation on Crop Weather Outlook & How New Weather Stations Will Benefit Iowa Farmers.  Certified Crop Advisor continuing education credits will be available for attending the event for a fee. Please register by June 25th.

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From the Ground Up: Plant a windbreak the right way
June 13, 2013

ISU Linn County Extension's Community Ag Programs Manager, Michelle Kenyon Brown, writes a weekly column for The Gazette called From the Ground Up  This week her column features Linn County Master Gardener Lori Klopfenstein and she gives you some tips on how to make a wind break last.


 

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From the Ground Up: Learn when to harvest certain foods from the garden
June 6, 2013

ISU Linn County Extension's Community Ag Programs Manager, Michelle Kenyon Brown, writes a weekly column for The Gazette called From the Ground Up  This week her column features Richard Jauron, horticulturalist from Iowa State University Extension & Outreach. This week, with the gardening season in full swing, we tackle the question - when can we harvest the food planted in your yards and gardens?

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Learn it! Grow it! Teach it!
May 31, 2013

I urge all of you avid gardeners to pause a moment and consider becoming a Linn County Master Gardener.  Applications for the fall class are due August 12, 2013. 

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Healthy Communities through Business Prosperity: CIRAS

Last year companies that worked with the Center for Industrial Research and Service reported $414 million in impact — new investments, higher sales, and lower costs.
 

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Community Effort Brings Energy Efficiency to Fairfield, Iowa
June 17, 2013 03:55 PM

The city of Fairfield is leading the pack on energy efficiency and “going green.” Scott Timm, a community economic...

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