County News

CLOVER KIDS - 2012-2013 Schedule

September 10, 2010

What is Clover Kids? Clover Kids is a 4-H program for children in Kindergarten through third grade. Children participate in hands-on activities designed to build lots of different life skills!

"Stress for Less" online class April 24 for families and childcare providers

April 5, 2013

Spot your "stress barometer" leading to a happier, healthier you!

Spring is potato planting time

April 4, 2013

When should you plant potatoes? What are some good potato varieties for Iowa? See what our horticulture experts say.

Field and Feedlot Newsletter

March 27, 2013

Be on the cutting edge by reading the monthly Field & Feedlot Newsletter.

Sign up to receive the Field & Feedlot newsletter electronically by sending an email to slamfers@iastate.edu and include your name. Contact the Osceola County Extension office for more information at 712-754-3648

Horticulture Clippings

March 27, 2013

Margaret Murphy is the Horticulture Educator for Osceola, Lyon, Sioux and O'Brien Counties. Be sure to read her weekly columns. Home office is Lyon County 712-472-2576. Email: mmurphy@iastate.edu

Connecting Children to Nature - May 20 and June 3

March 26, 2013

Parents, teachers, and child care providers are invited to explore the wonder of nature and the benefits it offers children. Come learn with us! 3 CDA clock hours for each day.

Just in Time Parenting eXtension newsletter

March 21, 2013

Have questions about your baby? Wonder why your toddler bites? Want to help your school-ager with friends? Subscribe to Just in Time Parenting E-Newsletters, A national extension website that brings quality, research-based information to families.

Enjoying Early Education Symposium

March 19, 2013

Celebrating the Wild within the Child! Just like in the WILD, growing & learning is huge in the life of a child. Join ISU Family Specialist Lori Hayungs at this symposium for early childhood professionals on Saturday, April 20 on the Dordt College campus.

Announcing "Dordt student team leaders for 2013 AgCiting program

March 13, 2013

Welcome Dordt College students to the 2013 AgCiting leadership team!

Crop Specialist Joel DeJong spotted in the news

March 13, 2013

See interview with our own Joel DeJong as he discusses how a late winter snowfall could be a good sign for our area farmers.

Financial Spring Cleaning

March 12, 2013

You know how good it feels when your house is clean? It feels just as good when your personal financial and businessbpapers are well organized. This program includes guidelines and strategies for putting your financial house in order. Organized records can save time and money.

PLUNGE Into 4-H at the Iowa 4-H Camping Center! April 26-27

March 12, 2013

Your adventure starts here for all middle school age 4-H Youth grades 6th, 7th and 8th. Register Today!

Childcare Training Series Starts March 14 in Orange City

February 28, 2013

Explore important topics that will help you provide great care to the children in your center or home.

STEM Fest TV coverage - KTIV News Channel Four - Feb. 16

February 18, 2013

See middle school students engage in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) as Dordt College faculty and students partner with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach staff in northwest Iowa.

Consumers Should Check Their Credit Reports for Free Using AnnualCreditReport.com

February 13, 2013

In FTC Study, Five Percent of Consumers Had Errors on Their Credit Reports That Could Result in Less Favorable Terms for Loans

Keeping Retirement Savings on Track Despite Financial Setbacks

February 11, 2013

With the increase in our taxes you may not think that you can contribute to your 401K. Here are some tips that may interest you and a retirement calculator.