County News

Margaret Murphy, Horticulture Educator
2013 Horticulture Clipping Articles
May 20, 2013

A horticulture article of timely topics for anyone interested in horticulture in Northwest Iowa - written by Margaret Murphy, Horticulture Educator and others.

2013 Extension Crop Update Newsletters
May 15, 2013

A crop newsletter of timely topics for farmers, ag producers and others in Northwest Iowa - written by Joel DeJong, Field Agronomist.

Field & Feedlot
2013 Field & Feedlot Newsletters
May 7, 2013

A newsletter of timely topics for farmers, ag producers and others in Northwest Iowa - written by Agriculture Program Specialists serving Northwest Iowa.

Iowa State Extension Summer Camps
Regional Summer Camps!
April 17, 2013

Register for a variety of regional summer camps from GEAR-Tech-21 camps to Explorations in Vet Science and more!

Connecting Children to Nature
Connecting Children to Nature - May 20 and June 3
March 26, 2013

Parents, teachers, and child care providers are invited to explore the wonder of nature and the benefits it offers children. Come learn with us! 3 CDA clock hours for each day.

Consumers Should Check Their Credit Reports for Free Using AnnualCreditReport.com
May 10, 2013

In FTC Study, Five Percent of Consumers Had Errors on Their Credit Reports That Could Result in Less Favorable Terms for Loans

Retirement Savings
Keeping Retirement Savings on Track Despite Financial Setbacks
May 10, 2013

With the increase in our taxes you may not think that you can contribute to your 401K. Here are some tips that may interest you and a retirement calculator.

Publication explaining whole grains
May 1, 2013

Magazines and cooking shows are full of articles and recipes about whole grains. Iowa State University Extension provides a free, downloadable publication with the basic cooking directions, yield when cooked, nutrition notes and facts, and serving suggestions for 20 different whole grains. It also explains the difference between whole and refined grains.

Lyon Lingo Newsletters
May 1, 2013

A 4-H newsletter of timely topics for 4-Hers, leaders, parents and supporters in Lyon County - written by Jill Postma, County Youth Coordinator.

Spotted on KTIV News Channel 4 - "Ag-Citing" at Dordt College!
April 29, 2013

Thanks to KTIV News Channel 4 for coverage of area fifth grade students who attended "Ag-Citing" at Dordt College April 26.

Tax Refund Robbery
Tax Refund Robbery
April 18, 2013

Thieves May be Stealing Your Tax Refund. Identity thief maybe is an issue in some areas such as Florida using your tax refund debit cards.  This is a national crisis of fraud that is wide open. IRS says 6.5 billion in tax identify thief fraud just last year. This is a good reminder to not carry your social security card with you in your wallet.

Managing Storm-damaged Trees
April 17, 2013

Margaret Murphy and our other  horticulture experts share research-based information on how to care and handle trees damaged during storms.

Every Child Counts: Building Community
Rescheduled - Every Child Counts: Building Community - June 13
April 15, 2013

Professional Development:  Learn how to bring out nurturing, caring behaviors in children to create a community where children support each other.

Spring is potato planting time
April 4, 2013

When should you plant potatoes? What are some good potato varieties for Iowa? See what our horticulture experts say.

Kirsten Nelson
Congratulations Kirsten Nelson earning Master Gardener certification
April 3, 2013

Congratulations to Kirsten Nelson from Lyon County completing her one-year internship to become a certified Master Gardener.

Just In Time Parenting
Just in Time Parenting eXtension newsletter
March 21, 2013

Have questions about your baby? Wonder why your toddler bites? Want to help your school-ager with friends? Subscribe to Just in Time Parenting E-Newsletters, A national extension website that brings quality, research-based information to families.
 

STEM Fest TV coverage - KTIV News Channel Four - Feb. 16
February 18, 2013

See middle school students engage in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) as Dordt College faculty and students partner with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach staff in northwest Iowa.

Margaret Murphy, Horticulture Educator
2012 Horticulture Clipping Articles
December 27, 2012

A horticulture article of timely topics for anyone interested in horticulture in Northwest Iowa - written by Margaret Murphy, Horticulture Educator and others.

2012 Extension Crop Update Newsletters
December 18, 2012

A crop newsletter of timely topics for farmers, ag producers and others in Northwest Iowa - written by Joel DeJong, Field Agronomist.

2012 Field & Feedlot Newsletters
December 3, 2012

A newsletter of timely topics for farmers, ag producers and others in Northwest Iowa - written by Agriculture Program Specialists serving Northwest Iowa.

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