Healthy & Homemade Recipes
(Posted on 2/6/2012)
Check out these videos that discuss 15 lessons on how to prepare simple, nutritious and inexpensive recipes. Full preparation demonstrations and shopping tips are provided. Food safety is incorporated in the recipe steps, along with ideas on what to serve with each dish.

Whiting Clover Kids
(Posted on 2/2/2012)
The Whiting Clover Kids Leader, Laura Neldeberg has set the dates for the 2012 year. With excitement we announce the Whiting Clover Kids will begin March 7th, happening every Wednesday through March 28th. With 23 Clover Kids last year in Whiting, we can't wait to get started!

Come & Join Us For A Soup & Sandwich Supper
(Posted on 1/31/2012)
The Monona County Extension Office will be holding a Soup & Sandwich Supper in Castana at the Castana Community Building on February 25, 2012 from 5:00-7:00 P.M. to support the Monona County Fair. Glory Team will be performing from 5:30-6:30 PM!

Spring 2012 Commercial Pesticide Applicator Training
(Posted on 1/24/2012)
The Spring 2012 Commercial Pesticide Applicator Training dates have been released. You must pre-register for these trainings. Please call Melanie Holt at (712) 423-2175 to register or with any questions.

Past 4-H'ers Entertain At 4-H Leader Volunteer Banquet
(Posted on 1/24/2012)
The annual 4-H Volunteer Leader’s Recognition Banquet was held Sunday, January 15, 2012, at Faith Lutheran Church in Onawa with around sixty 4-H volunteers, leaders and spouses attending. Special recognition was extended to all adult volunteers who support the Youth and 4-H program of Monona County.

Feeling stretched caring for a loved one?
(Posted on 1/20/2012)
Whether you provide care for a loved one at home or in a care facility, whether down the block or miles away, yours is an important role. The Monona County Extension Office will be offering the program called, Powerful Tools for Caregivers beginning February 9, 2012.

Private Pesticide Applicator Training is Scheduled for March 7, 2012
(Posted on 1/4/2012)
The second Private Pesticide Applicator Training will be held at the West Monona High School Auditorium in Onawa, IA. The training will begin at 7:00 PM and end at 9:00 PM. Please pre-register by calling the Monona County Extension Office at (712) 423-2175 or e-mail Melanie Holt, mlholt@iastate.edu.

YOUR money | YOUR future
(Posted on 11/15/2011)
Life is not about money — but how you manage money impacts your quality of life, your family’s life, and the life of your community. When you have sound information and strong skills, you can make your money work for you and for your future. You can manage your money effectively, make better financial decisions, and live according to your priorities. With sound financial management, you can be more financially secure.