Scott County News

Nonprofit Management Academy  
(Posted on 7/3/2008)
The Nonprofit Management Academy was established in 1999 by Iowa State University in partnership with the United Way Management Assistance Program to enhance the management skills of those serving nonprofit human services groups, hospitals, government agencies, churches, private schools, arts organizations, environmental groups, and others in the nonprofit sector.

Iowa Concern Iowa Concern  
(Posted on 6/23/2008)
Extension offers resources to cope with flooding and other Iowa concerns.

EFNEP Logo EFNEP - Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program  
(Posted on 1/22/2008)
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.

Pesticide Applicators Commercial Pesticide Applicators Continuing Instruction Courses  
(Posted on 1/9/2008)
Scott County Extension will serve as a site for the upcoming Continuing Instructional Courses (CIC) for commercial pesticide applicators.

Fair Upcoming 2008 Fairs  
(Posted on 10/19/2007)
The 2008 Mississippi Valley Fair will be held July 29 through August 3. The 2008 Iowa State Fair will be held August 7 through 17.

New Iowa "Foreclosure Hotline"  
(Posted on 9/28/2007)
The Attorney General's Office urges Iowans to call the Iowa Mortgage Foreclosure Hotline if they ar at risk of losing their home to foreclosure. The Hotline may be able to help some Iowa borrowers find a way to avoid losing their homes.

Join 4-H 4-H Enrollment Deadline - on or before December 3, 2007, 4:30 p.m.  
(Posted on 9/17/2007)
For the 2007-2008 4-H year, re-enrollment forms will be due to the Scott County Extension office on or before December 3, 2007.

IEC Home Energy Efficiency Information  
(Posted on 10/16/2006)
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.

Food Guide Pyramid New Food Guide Pyramid  
(Posted on 4/21/2005)
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  
(Posted on 2/3/2005)
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 to make sure it contains only accurate information.

calendar Financial Topics For A New Year  
(Posted on 12/22/2004)
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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