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Extension’s Energy Tip of the Month
(Posted on 6/8/2009)
Let there be light — with solar powered outdoor lighting. Installation is quick and easy, with no wires or electricity costs. Learn more about renewable energy options. This tip is brought to you by the U.S. Department of Energy and ISU Extension.

Healthy Meals Booklet

Healthy Meals in a Hurry recipes for May
(Posted on 5/11/2009)
"Healthy Meals in a Hurry" is designed to help consumers of all ages blend time-saving convenience with nutritious, dollar-stretching food choices.

Food Preservation Resources
(Posted on 4/22/2009)
A resource list for Food Preservation is at the ISUE food preservation page.

Look Both Ways - Get Smart About Internet Safety
(Posted on 4/14/2009)
You've mastered the rules of safe driving on streets and freeways. Now learn how to stay safe on the information highway-the Internet.

money

Making Dollars & Sense of Your Finance$
(Posted on 3/17/2009)
This new publication offers individuals and families useful and sensible financial information to navigate the recession and personal financial situations.

food

Learn How to Make Grocery Shopping a Positive Experience
(Posted on 2/10/2009)
If you dread grocery shopping, especially while trying to stay on a budget, Iowa State University Extension's Spend Smart Eat Smart can help. Visitors point out site features that are helping them save money and eat healthier.

Join 4-H

Make Friends! Have Fun! Join 4-H!
(Posted on 10/15/2008)
Did you know 4-H is not all about cows and cooking. 4-H has something for everyone! There is a HUGE variety of project areas that you can learn about. Join 4-H-all the cool kids are doing it!

In Times of Economic Stress - Getting The Most From Your Grocery Dollar
(Posted on 10/3/2008)
We are all motivated to save money and stretch the dollar.

News from Iowa State University Extension

In Times of Stress, Manage Conflict, Don’t Blame — and Call Iowa Concern
(Posted on 11/16/2009)
The coordinator of Iowa State University Extension’s Iowa Concern Hotline offers tips to keep conflict positive when dealing with stress and economic hard times.
ISU Extension Offers Resources for Farmers Under Stress
(Posted on 10/30/2009)
Local ISU Extension offices can provide a gateway to a wide variety of resources available to help farm families deal with challenging times.
Iowans Say Changes Due to Recession and Community Education Are Permanent
(Posted on 10/30/2009)
Iowans are making spending changes during the recession that may become permanent, according to a recent national poll. At the same time they are willing to help people who are struggling, as exemplified in Iowa's Horizons communities.

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Staff

Mirna Sanchez-Food & Nutrition Program Assistant
Phone: (641) 752-1551
Fax: (641) 752-8142
Email: minnies@iastate.edu

Cheryl Clark-ISU Extension Family Life Field Specialist
Phone: (641) 648-4850
Fax: (641) 648-4862
Email: cclark@iastate.edu

Barb Wollan-Family Resource Management Field Specialist
Phone: (515) 832-9597
Fax: (515) 832-9599
Email: bwollan@iastate.edu

Paulelda Gilbert-Family Nutrition and Health Field Specialist
Phone: (515) 576-2119
Fax: (515) 576-6447
Email: pgilbert@iastate.edu

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