Consumer Tips for Holiday Shoppers
(Posted on 11/20/2009)
The holiday shopping season is by far the busiest time of year for most shoppers and retail stores - and the season also generates more than its share of consumer problems. Why?

Let’s Talk Turkey
(Posted on 11/20/2009)
Let’s talk Turkey • How much to buy? • How long to thaw? • When is it done? • Turkey handling safety tips.

Mark Calendars for Private Pesticide Applicator Training
(Posted on 11/20/2009)
Many farmers chose to attend the two-hour Continuing Instruction Courses each year instead of taking the exam every three years.

Operation: Military Kids Supports Children Affected by Deployment
(Posted on 10/21/2009)
Children from all over Iowa are affected by the Department of Defense’s announced deployment of 3,500 Iowa National Guard Soldiers for duty in Afghanistan, scheduled for fall 2010.

4-H Fee Increase
(Posted on 8/21/2009)
To provide statewide and regional support to local youth programs a certain amount of funding is needed to conduct events and activities, provide training and youth development expertise, and other resources.

Making Dollars and Sense of Your Finance$
(Posted on 2/25/2009)
Making Dollars & Sense of Your Finance$ offers individuals and families useful and sensible financial information to navigate the recession and personal financial situations. This edition focuses on ideas and tips for practical strategies in savings.