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Early Learning Webinar Website
(Posted on 11/4/2009)
Have you heard about our webinars? Early childhood professionals can now participate in online learning that is convenient, cost effective and easy. Visit the Early Learning Webinar Website: www.extension.iastate.edu/childcare/earlylearning for more information.

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Strengthening Families Program for Parents and Youth 10 - 14
(Posted on 10/12/2009)
A Call for Families - for ISU Extension Strengthening Families Program! Fourth, fifth, sixth, and seventh grade students and their parents are invited to join a special program with Iowa State University Extension called Strengthening Families. It is being offered this fall and will run simultaneously in Onawa and Mapleton for all Monona County families. There is no cost but lots of fun family time, and child care is available if needed. Brochures are available at the Monona County Extension Office, both school offices, and churches. Sign up today. You’ll be glad you made the commitment to participate. The deadline is November 5.

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Family Life Tips
(Posted on 9/21/2009)
All aspects of family life can be challenged during economic uncertainty. ISU Extension field specialists offer timely information about facts and resources to help you take care of yourself and manage daily decisions.

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Acreage Living Newsletter
(Posted on 9/17/2009)
Iowa State University Extension publishes a newsletter just for people living on acreages. This online newsletter provides timely research-based information for the new rural Iowa.

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Monona County 4-H Foundation
(Posted on 9/3/2009)
The purpose of the fund is to provide interest income for the Monona County 4-H Youth Program in its quest for excellence and in service to the youth of Monona County.

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Thinking About Your Yard & Garden?
(Posted on 8/21/2009)
For research-based information to help you with your yard and garden decision-making check out these helpful links we have created.

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RICOCHET: An Extreme Leadership Adventure
(Posted on 4/24/2009)
All youth in grades 6 - 8 are invited to participate in this county-wide leadership adventure!

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eXtension
(Posted on 1/26/2009)
Information and tools you can use every day to improve your life.

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Extension Energy News & Tips
(Posted on 11/20/2008)
ISU Extension offers tips and links to help you conserve energy.

Iowa Concern Hotline
(Posted on 6/13/2008)
1-800-447-1985 A source of help and information for Iowans in need.

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Iowa State's Answer Line Fields 'Need to Know Now' Questions
(Posted on 3/13/2007)
Consumers can get answers to home and family questions that they "need to know now."

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Barn Restoration Inspires 4-H Projects Across Iowa
(Posted on 9/8/2006)
Iowa barns capture the imagination of 4-H youth who help record history and turn nostalgia into local pride and economic growth.

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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Cheri Hardison-County Extension Education Director
Phone: (712) 423-2175
Fax: (712) 423-3056
Email: chardi@iastate.edu

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