Ringgold County News

taxreturns Tax Returns Can Put Money in Your Pocket!  
(Posted on 11/3/2009)
Filing a tax return is no fun, but the effort can be positive if taxpayers make sure they take advantage of refundable tax credits!

Early Learning Early Learning Webinars Available  
(Posted on 11/3/2009)
Have you heard about our webinars? Early childhood professionals can now participate in online learning that is convenient, cost effective and easy.

haybales Hay Prices From Around Iowa  
(Posted on 11/2/2009)
Interested in finding out what hay has been bringing around Iowa and some additional locations? Find out here.

clematis All-Iowa Hort Expo set for March 19 & 20, 2010  
(Posted on 10/21/2009)
The Iowa State Horticultural Society (ISHS) will sponsor the All-Iowa Horticulture Exposition II (Expo) on March 19-20, 2010 at the Bridge View Center in Ottumwa.

soybeans Soybean Drying Information  
(Posted on 10/21/2009)
The wet conditions are leading to lots of questions/concerns about harvesting, storing and drying wet beans. ISU Extension Program Specialists provide information that might be helpful in the decision making.

worriedman Families Can Build Strengths, Cope with Stress during Tough Times   
(Posted on 10/19/2009)
Stress can pull family members apart just when they need each other the most. Donna K. Donald, family life program specialists offers ideas to strengthen families during these tough times of layoffs, state budget cuts and the overall economic uncertainty.

cutting In Over Your Head: Life-Saving Strategies for Financial Crisis  
(Posted on 10/8/2009)
A new publication shares tips for dealing with creditors, when to seek professional help and how to develop a self-directed repayment plan to reduce debts.

apple An Apple a Day  
(Posted on 10/2/2009)
Does an apple a day, keep the doctor away? A medium sized apple has less than a 100 calories and is a good source of antioxidants. According to Barb Fuller, ISU Nutrition and Health Program Specialist, apples are also a great source of fiber and are easy to store.

serenity Changes Mean Endings and New Beginnings  
(Posted on 8/4/2009)
Major life change often triggers strong emotions and inner turmoil.. Donna Donald, Iowa State University Extension family life field specialist, says understanding the three phases of the transition process can help people deal with their reactions to a difficult change.

Energy Credit for Home Improvement  
(Posted on 7/21/2009)
Tax credit offers an additional reason to improve your home's energy efficiency.

shoppingcart Stretch Your Food Dollar: Keep Food Safe  
(Posted on 1/20/2009)
Grocery shopping can be a real challenge, especially if you are on a limited budget. Barb Fuller, Nutrition and Health Specialist for Iowa State University Extension Service, says “Food is a flexible budget expense which can be reduced when money is tight. Keeping food safe saves money by preventing food waste and foodborne illness.”

turkey November is time to “Talk Turkey”  
(Posted on 6/12/2008)
According to Barb Fuller, Nutrition and Health Program Specialist, plan to enjoy the traditional Thanksgiving turkey.

Keep Your Marriage Strong in Stressful Times  
(Posted on 8/30/2007)
Iowa State University research on strong marriages suggests that men and women truly can vary in the ways they handle highly stressful times. “Don’t give up on your spouse because he or she acts differently than you. Instead, look at the many ways that differences can strengthen your relationship,” says Donna K. Donald, Iowa State University Extension family life field specialist. “You can use the differences in your couple relationship to help you handle stressful times.”

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.

calf National Animal ID Program  
(Posted on 2/23/2006)
Premise Identification is First Step to Help Fight Animal Disease in New Program. Iowa livestock producers are to begin the process of formally identifying their farm animals for the United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA) National Animal Identification System (NAIS).

Take Long-term View for Teaching Children to be Responsible  
(Posted on 9/7/2005)
Parents want their children to learn to take care of their basic needs, to be responsible.

Credit Report / Credit Score: WhyYou Need to Know This Info!  
(Posted on 8/24/2005)
Credit reports and scores are a guide that impacts your ability to qualify for consumer loans, mortgages, rental property, employment, and insurance. The cost of using credit rises if your report contains negative information.

children playing Child Care Plays Key Role in Iowa's Economy  
(Posted on 7/29/2005)
Iowa's employers and workforce depend on the services that child care providers offer to families with young children.

do not call Telemarketers--You Don't Have to Listen to Them!  
(Posted on 9/3/2004)
Are you still getting telemarketing sales calls you don't want? The Federal Government created the "Do Not Call" registry to make it easier and more efficient for you to reduce the number of unwanted calls you receive.
CELL PHONE NUMBERS ARE BEING RELEASED TO TELEMARKETING COMPANIES ALSO.

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