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Need Answers? Who do you call?
(Posted on 4/27/2009)
AnswerLine! Need a recipe substitute? How to clean a clothes iron? How to get that laundry stain out? Talk to a professional home economists for your answers!

Extension's Energy Tip
(Posted on 3/18/2009)
Tip of the month!

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Child Care Resource and Referral Trainings
(Posted on 10/23/2008)
One of the most important decisions a parent will ever make is choosing quality child care for their child. Every child is special and unique and deserves the best start possible. To learn more click on the above link or Logo.

Say YES to family meals!
(Posted on 2/15/2007)
Bring the family together.

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E-set kits
(Posted on 1/11/2007)
This is the place for you if you're interested in Science & Technology Education for Youth!

New Online magazine
(Posted on 1/9/2007)
Explore the world of transportation and careers within that field.

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Iowa Beginning Farmer Tax Credit
(Posted on 1/9/2007)
A tax credit for taxpayers who lease agricultural assets to beginning farmers Effectivie Jan.1, 2007

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Tips for weight loss
(Posted on 1/5/2007)
Researched findings can help control weight

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New Food Pyramid
(Posted on 1/5/2007)
Get more in-depth and personalized infomation

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School Enrichment- Free/Low Cost Kits for Teachers
(Posted on 1/4/2007)
Poweshiek County Extension has a number of excellent materials that can be used by teachers.

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Smart ways to keep your heating& Cooling bills down
(Posted on 1/4/2007)
No matter how you heat/cool your home, one thing is certain; A more energy-efficient heating/ cooling system means lower utilty bills.

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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