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Local News

TELEVISION SIGNALS CHANGING
(Posted on 1/30/2008)
Users of old indoor antennas and rooftop antennas will need converter boxes when TV signals change to digital signals in 2009

Free On-line Course for Taking Control of Your Money
(Posted on 10/24/2006)
Free On-line Course for Taking Control of Your Money! Don’t let money-or lack of it-control YOU! ISU Extension’s free web course offers tools and strategies to help you take control of your money.

Access Your Free Credit Report
(Posted on 7/29/2005)
Your credit report whould be checked annually to make sure the information is accurate. Residents of Iowa are now able to order a copy of their credit report FREE!

News from Iowa State University Extension

Investor Information on the Web - How Do You Judge Quality?
(Posted on 5/5/2008)
This Invest Wisely series article provides tips for evaluating investment information Web sites.

Iowans Worry Their Paychecks Won’t Cover Basic Costs in 2008
(Posted on 4/23/2008)
A new survey shows nearly one-third of Iowans worry family income won't meet expenses. Horizons communities are a step ahead. They have ISU Extension-trained leaders working on poverty and economic decline.

Selecting a Financial Advisor
(Posted on 4/21/2008)
This Invest Wisely series article discusses how to select a financial advisor.