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Words on Wellness
(Posted on 4/1/2011)
Start slowly and make it a habit. Drastic changes can be a recipe for failure; small changes can make a big difference, if they last.

Parenting
(Posted on 4/1/2011)
News for Parents contains information on family fun and everyday activities!

Balancing Sick Time & Work Time
(Posted on 4/1/2011)
If you’ve ever worked in an office seated next to a coughing, sneezing co-worker, you can appreciate the instruction from public health officials to stay home from work when ill.

eXtension Just in Time Parenting?
(Posted on 4/1/2011)
A national extension Web site that brings quality, research-based information to families at the time it can be most useful and make the biggest difference in their lives.

Ag Decision Maker
(Posted on 3/1/2010)
The latest on all of your farming needs and updates for the farming community.

2011 Custom Rate Sheet
(Posted on 3/1/2010)
Many Iowa farmers hire some custom machine work in their farm business, or perform custom work for others. Others rent machinery or perform other services. See the attached survey to find out

AnswerLine for all of your needs!
(Posted on 3/1/2010)
Have Questions relating to your home or family? Call or visit the Answer Line on-line by clicking on the link below!

Community Builder
(Posted on 3/1/2010)
Community Builder is a web based marketplace where community leaders can review and make selections from a variety of technical assistance, consulting and educational programs that will improve the quality of life in your community.
Staff
Melissa O'Rourke - Farm Management Program Specialist
Phone: 712-737-4230
Fax:
Email: morourke@iastate.edu
Malisa Rader - Family Life Program Specialist
Phone: 515-832-9597
Fax:
Email: mrader@iastate.edu
Kris Kohl - Agricultural Engineering Field Specialist
Phone: 712-732-5056
Fax: 712-732-5006
Email: kkohl1@iastate.edu
Lisa Berkland - NorthWest Youth Field Specialist
Phone: 712-837-5596
Fax: 712-837-5596
Email: lisaberk@iastate.edu
Jane Goeken - Communities Field Specialist
Phone: 712-262-2264
Fax: 712-262-8481
Email: jngoeken@iastate.edu
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