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12 Tips for Healthier Holidays
(Posted on 11/20/2009)
We get bombarded with information on how to eat at the Holidays. Here is a short 12-step plan to follow for a healthier, happier holiday season.

Going Green Garden Calendar

Growing Green 2010 Garden Calendar Available Now
(Posted on 10/20/2009)
Iowa State University Extension now has available a horticulture tool that can help any gardener be more earth-friendly. It is easy to operate. Simply hang on the wall and watch it – the Growing Green 2010 garden calendar, PM 815 is available now.

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Spend Smart Eat Smart
(Posted on 3/27/2008)

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Join 4-H Today!
(Posted on 9/17/2007)
There's something for everyone in 4-H!

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.

Staff

Gail Castillo-Youth Development
Phone: 641-456-4811
Fax: 641-456-4811
Email: gail@iastate.edu

Janet Brown-Family Life
Phone: 641.423.0844
Fax: 641.423.2642
Email: jmbrown@iastate.edu

Jill Weber-Family Nutrition and Health
Phone: 319.234.6811
Fax: 319.234.5581
Email: jrweber@iastate.edu

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