Story County News
2009 4-H Awards (Posted on 10/30/2009)
Story County 4-H’ers and volunteers were recognized for their accomplishments during the Story County 4-H Awards Program held at Gates Hall on Sunday, October 25. Read more to see a list of those who were recognized and photos from the celebration! 
Cloverland 2009 (Posted on 10/13/2009)
Families enjoyed 4-H Cloverland on Sunday, October 4 at the ISU Extension – Story County office. 
Hay Pricing Update (Posted on 9/16/2009)
Extension's latest information about hay pricing. 
Story County 4-H Newsletters (Posted on 3/31/2009)
Get up-to-date on your 4-H news by reading current and past issues of the Story County 4-H Newsletter. 
4-H Makes a Positive Difference for Youth (Posted on 3/13/2009)
Iowa 4-H research proves 4-H helps youth learn citizenship, leadership and communications skills. A national youth study from Tuft’s University shows young people who participate in 4-H achieve higher grades, are more likely to go to college, and are less likely to engage in risky behaviors like drinking and smoking than those who don’t participate in 4-H. 
Nonprofit Management Academy (Posted on 3/12/2009)
Iowa State University Extension of Story County & United Way of Story County present the Nonprofit Management Academy...
A comprehensive educational program for the nonprofit sector February-November 2009. Participants may enroll in individual courses or a program leading to a Certificate in Nonprofit Management. 
Money for Life Newsletter (Posted on 3/12/2009)
Want to learn more about saving, investing, retirement, basic money management, the recession, or other money issues? 
Extension's Energy Tips (Posted on 3/12/2009)
New tips each month from ISU Extension and the U.S. Department of Energy! 
SCMGA Newsletters (Posted on 3/10/2009)
The Story County Master Gardeners' Association (SCMGA) newsletters detail their hard work on several projects and provide information about opportunities for garden enthusiasts. 
New 4-H Opportunity: Animal-Assisted Therapy (Posted on 2/27/2009)
Are you interested in making a difference in your community? Do you think you and your dog would make good partners? Story County Extension is offering a new program to 4-H'ers and youth interested in joining this 4-H club. It is called Animal-Assisted Therapy and we would be introducing a new way to help people in nursing homes, hospitals, schools, and libraries with your dog at your side! 
Community Conversations on Diversity (Posted on 2/25/2009)
Ames Community Conversations on Diversity (CCDC), a volunteer coalition came together to address serious racial, class and ethnic tensions in Ames. Our goal was to bring people in our community together to talk, think, and work towards solving local problems. We invited Ames residents from all walks of life to participate in a series of facilitated community conversations held in October and November of 2008, concluded with a city-wide Action Forum. 
Spend Smart. Eat Smart. A new Extension webpage! (Posted on 2/3/2009)
Want to learn more about planning, shopping, and preparing for meals? This new website has many helpful applications and tools to help you find new ways to spend smarter and eat smarter! 
Acreage Living Newsletter (Posted on 12/1/2008)
An online newsletter created to help you "manage your country home and land and to enhance your rural living experience." 
Free Family Nutrition Program (FNP) (Posted on 9/1/2008)
Iowa State University Extension -- Story County offers free nutrition education to low-resource families with children younger 10 years old or expecting a newborn. 
Clover Kids Newsletters (Posted on 8/30/2008)
What kinds of new and exciting things can Clover Kids explore and learn about? There are so many fun things to do in these clubs for kids in kindergarten through third grade! 
Crop Happenings Newsletters (Posted on 6/9/2008)
Crop progress, re-planting information available, weed management considerations in re-planted crops, Anthracnose leaf blight (corn), soybean damping off, registration open now for summer FEEL clinics 
USDA Grants and Guaranteed Loans (Posted on 1/20/2008)
Grants and guaranteed loan financing are available for agricultural producers and rural small businesses to help business related facilities (not residential) reduce energy costs and plan for and market value added products. 
Time to Buy New Appliances? (Posted on 1/19/2008)
If you haven’t been in the market for new appliances during the past several years, you’re going to be surprised at how innovative and energy-efficient appliances have become. You’ll find energy-smart appliance choices in almost all price ranges. 
Family Matters Newsletters (Posted on 11/1/2007)
Parenting tips, nutrition advice, and other ideas from ISU Extension. In this issue: The ABCs of Love, Online Home Buyer Education, High-Risk Loans: Tax Refund Anticipation in November, Talking Turkey, Easy Ways to Downsize Portions, Lighten Up Iowa, Iowa's Food Deserts. 
Helping Your Garden Grow (Posted on 8/9/2007)
ISU Extension publications can be great resources when planning and tending your garden! 
Tips for Homemade Ice Cream (Posted on 7/12/2007)
Homemade ice cream is a summer time treat that can be made safely if you know a few facts about ice cream recipes. 
A Place of Your Own (Posted on 7/10/2007)
For $45, Iowans can learn valuable information on selecting and financing a home through a new interactive online course. Successful participants also receive a certificate that may qualify them for lower interest rates. Iowans Speak Out on the Bioeconomy (Posted on 6/5/2007)
Some Iowans believe the state’s emerging bioeconomy is “the biggest change in agriculture since the plow,” while others expressed “cautious optimism” or suggested “stay objective” when asked their opinions by Iowa State University Extension. 
Reciprocity: Rural Communities & the Retail Marketplace (Posted on 5/24/2007)
Many people today are willing to drive many miles to get what they want. Research shows that communities differ in their ability to attract customers. Why do some communities appeal to consumers more than others? 
Ethanol Feeds Newsletters (Posted on 5/19/2007)
The Iowa Beef Center offers a monthly newsletter series on feeding Ethanol Feeds. This resource provides expert perspectives on timely topics and a list of upcoming meetings for beef producers. 
Beware the Lawnmower (Posted on 5/19/2007)
Mower-related injuries are an everyday occurrence. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission estimates that 57,000 operators and bystanders require medical treatment each year for mower-related injuries. However, safe mowing practices can prevent many such injuries. 
Crop Marketing, Insurance and Weather (Posted on 4/3/2007)
Steve Johnson, Elwynn Taylor, and other Iowa State University Extension Specialists have recorded presentations on current topics in agriculture. These work in any Web browser that supports Flash Media (for example, Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari). 
Talk to Your Teen about Driving (Posted on 3/24/2007)
One year before your teenager is ready to get their permit, sit down and talk about the major points of driving. Use these strategies to help prepare future drivers. 
Asian Soybean Rust Services (Posted on 3/19/2007)
Asian soybean rust was found on Iowa soybean plants grown during the 2006 crop year, stirring interest in preparing for its possible return. The Iowa Fast Track System will facilitate fast, accurate diagnosis of the disease. Producers incur no charges for using this service. 
Parenting Teens with Style (Posted on 3/1/2007)
Parents have a resource when it comes to knowing how to parent adolescents - over twenty-five years of research! Key research findings can guide parents through their child’s teen years. 
Raising Kids with Love and Limits (Posted on 2/6/2007)
Authoritative parents deals with misbehavior by using discipline to teach rather than force or ignoring the misbehavior. They demonstrate respect for a child’s individuality by listening, explaining rules and expectations, and helping a child learn to problem solve. Parenting Styles (Posted on 1/30/2007)
Have you ever witnessed a parent trying to hush a whiny toddler by continuously offering him candy if he behaved? Or overheard an angry voice in the grocery say, “Shape up, or else!” to a wide-eyed, silent preschooler as the adult roughly yanked her by the elbow? Studies indicate there are essentially broad patterns of parenting or “parenting styles” which are related to a child’s future success and well-being - permissive, authoritarian, and authoritative. 
Energy-Saving Can Save Big Dividends (Posted on 10/4/2006)
The Iowa Energy Center has published three free resources. Filled with everyday energy-saving tips, the Home Series collection suggests practical ways to ease the demands of heating and electric bills. 
Finding Funds for Emergencies (Posted on 3/13/2006)
Does it surprise you when your car needs new tires? Are you shocked when your refrigerator, furnace, or stove quit working? Do you worry about your children needing larger shoes or clothes? These are all good reasons to have an emergency fund! Plan Now, Spend Later (Posted on 3/13/2006)
Would you like to take a vacation this summer? Do you want to give gifts to special friends and family this year? Would you like new furniture, car, or home remodeling project? These are all examples of family goals for which you can plan. Master Gardeners Forum (Posted on 12/22/2005)
Got a yard or garden question? The Master Gardeners Forum allows you to ask horticultural questions and receive answers from Master Gardeners throughout Iowa! 
Brain Development: Windows of Opportunity (Posted on 11/16/2005)
Research shows that infants have critical periods for brain development. Find out why these “windows of opportunity” are critical to helping a child learn. Seeds of Hope Offers Help for Farm/Rural Familes (Posted on 5/6/2005)
If you or someone you know is experiencing major change or stress associated with rural life, the Sowing the Seeds of Hope program may be able to help. The program offers no-cost mental health services – up to five one-hour sessions with a professional provider – for eligible farm/rural family members who do not have insurance coverage or who are underinsured.
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