Healthy Meals in a Hurry
(Posted on 5/6/2008)
Time? Money? Nutritional value? Which one most influences your mealtime decisions? "Healthy Meals in a Hurry" is designed to help consumers of all ages blend time-saving convenience with nutritious, dollar-stretching food choices.

Tips for Packing School Lunches
(Posted on 2/22/2008)
Follow these tips for a safe, fresh, healthy and inviting lunch for for your child. You and your child might enjoy planning and packing the lunch together - a good opportunity to become aware of good nutrition and discuss it with your child.

2008 Garden Calendars are now Available!
(Posted on 2/22/2008)
2008 Garden Calendars are now Available. To get your 2008 Garden Calendar, stop by the Marshall County Extension Office or phone (641) 752-1551 to order your copies today. Cost of the calendar is $8.00.

10 Tips for Growing Healthy, Happier Teens
(Posted on 10/9/2007)
For many parents, nothing strikes more fear in their hearts than these three little words: THE TEEN YEARS!

Tasty, Easy Afterschool Snacks
(Posted on 8/29/2007)
Know how to avoid the high fat, high carb snacks for afterschool munching. Screen time (TV or Computer) is a great time for trailmix, dried fruit, nuts and much more. The secret is....these wont't spoil the evening meal, are tasty and EASY.

Childhood Stress -- what Parents can Do!
(Posted on 8/2/2007)
All families experience stress or crisis at some time or another. Natural disasters, death, divorce, illness, and financial hardships sometimes are especially difficult to deal with when you have young children. Click on the above link to find out what you can do to help both yourself and your child during stressful times.

Retirement or Bust - Boomers Can Pick Up The Pace
(Posted on 2/2/2007)
Are you edging toward retirement? And have you procrastinated financial planning? Extension programs offer ways to catch up.

Snack and Act Ideas
(Posted on 11/10/2006)
Easy to prepare recipes, fun activities, snack ideas and healthy tips for you and your family to stay fit.

Take Control of Your Money
(Posted on 11/10/2006)
If you are an Iowa resident faced with financial challenges, this site is for you. Whether you are just starting out, dealing with debt, want to increase your savings, or would like to understand your spending habits better, we can help you can take control of your money today.

Reaching Your Financial Goals
(Posted on 9/19/2006)
We are never more aware of our finanaces than when we begin to prepare for TAX DAY. Next year at this time you can have peace of mind and be in control of your life. Take advantage of ISU Extension's FREE on-line course, "Take Control of Your Money," for steps and strategies that will help you stay on top of your finances and make progress toward your financial goals.

Family Matters Newsletters
(Posted on 3/15/2006)
Family Matters Newsletter is full of information regarding health and nutrition, parenting skills and much more. Family Matters Newsletter is written by Iowa State University Extension Families Field Specialists.