County News

Iowa 4-H Youth Conference
April 1, 2013

Looking for fun, friends, new experiences, and life on a college campus?  The Iowa State 4-H Council and Iowa State University invite you to come join the fun June 25-27, 2013. These three days will be packed with new friends, dances, banquets, games, workshops, and opportunities to give back to the community.  So pack your bags and have a great time!  The Iowa 4-H Youth Conference is open to all 8th - 12th grades.  You do not need to be a 4-H member to participate in this event.

2013 4-H Basketball Tournament
March 7, 2013

The Scott County 4-H Basketball Tournament will be held Saturday, April 13th at North High School.  Leaders - click here for a blank roster and eligibility and rules.

Pick the perfect gift for Mother's Day
March 4, 2013

 

Pick the perfect gift for Mothers Day and watch your love grow all year.

The Iowa State University Scott County Extension & Outreach Master Gardeners are selling planted containers for Mother’s Day gift giving. Choose from four flowering pot combinations in either a table top or hanging pot or an herb container.

ISU Scott County Extension & Outreach Master Gardeners
2013 ISU Scott County Extension & Outreach Master Gardener Spring Educational Series
February 21, 2013

Iowa State University Scott County Extension & Outreach Master Gardeners announce their spring educational series designed for gardeners of all experience levels.

Upcoming 2013 Fairs
December 20, 2012

The 2013 Mississippi Valley Fair will be held July 30 - August 4. The 2013 Iowa State Fair will be held August 8 through 18.

4-H Online Re-Enrollment Deadline is December 1st
October 23, 2012

Scott County is joining the rest of the State by utilizing an online program called 4Honline.  This web-based program will give 4-H families access to all of their 4-H information.  It also means that 4-H families will now be required to enter information online themselves such as enrollment, livestock identification forms and State Fair entries.  The deadline to re-enroll online in 4-H is December 1st by 11:59 p.m.

PACT: Parenting All Children Together
August 20, 2012

In collaboration with Genesis Bright Beginnings, Lutheran Services of Iowa HOPES, and funded by Scott County Kids Early Childhood Iowa, ISU Extension and Outreach in Scott County is pleased to offer free parent education classes to any Scott County reside

Extension Council
March 14, 2011

Extension Council members from left to right. Front Row: Mary Schwarz, Jodi Blake, John Maxwell. Back Row: Roger Fuerstenberg, Jane Weber, Suzy VenHorst, Michael Ryan. Missing from picture: Chuck Buel and Bonnie Beechum.

The Garden Growers
April 30, 2009

The Garden Growers became Scott County Extension's permanent program in April 2011.

SURE and the Food, Conservation and Energy Act of 2008
August 18, 2008
EFNEP - Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program
January 22, 2008

The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) and Family Nutrition Program (FNP) are nutrition education programs for low-income families offered by Iowa State University Extension.

Home Energy Efficiency Information
October 16, 2006

Do you need tips to help you deal with high home energy costs? ISU Extension in cooperation with the Iowa Energy Center now has a series of booklets available containing home energy efficiency information.

New Food Guide Pyramid
April 20, 2005

One size doesn't fit all. MyPyramid Plan can help you choose the foods and amounts that are right for you.

Consumer Protection: Free Credit Reports
February 3, 2005

A credit report contains information on where you live, how you pay your bills, and whether you've been sued, arrested, or filed for bankruptcy. Because your credit report can have a major impact on your well-being, it is wise to review it annually

Financial Topics For A New Year
December 21, 2004

Every year, the arrival of a new year and the beginning of “tax season” lead many people to think hard about their finances.

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