Winneshiek County News
Paying Off Debt with PowerPay (Posted on 11/10/2009)
PowerPay is a confidential and free computer analysis that shows how much interest and time can be saved by making “power payments.” Learn more about how PowerPay can help you create a plan to manage your debt. All-Iowa Hort Expo (Posted on 11/10/2009)
Come and join us for the All-Iowa Hort Expo March 19 & 20.
Northeast Iowa Food & Fitness Initiative Releases New Video (Posted on 11/9/2009)
We are on the ground floor to improve the policies, practices, and systems that determine how food arrives on our tables and how our communities can grow opportunities for physical activity for all. Click here to watch the newest video about our work.
Continuing 4-H Traditions (Posted on 11/2/2009)
Did you know the first 4-H emblem was a 3 leaf clover? Find out more on the 4-H emblem and pledge, challenge your club at the next meeting.
4-H/FFA Market Beef Weigh-in (Posted on 11/2/2009)
It is time to start planning for the 2010 Winneshiek County Fair. Here is the information on the beef weigh-in. All-Iowa Hort Expo (Posted on 10/29/2009)
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
Women Learn to Polish their Finances (Posted on 10/29/2009)
Erin Ludwig, Family Resource Management Program Specialist presented “Polishing Your Personal Finances” in a break out session at the Second Annual Women’s Leadership Summit in Decorah in October.
Free Copies of 2010 Nutrition Calendar Available (Posted on 10/23/2009)
“Healthy Homemade” is the theme of a new full-color calendar offered by Iowa State University Extension. Each month features an easy-to-prepare recipe plus menu ideas and an activity tip. Click here to see how you can get your free copy.
"What's Going On?" (Posted on 9/24/2009)
Check out this on line newsletter. It has community events for children & adults. It keeps changing so check back often.
ISU Extension offers High Tunnels Workshops (Posted on 9/3/2009)
Can you envision enjoying fresh, locally-grown fruits and vegetables for six months rather than three? This is a reality, not a dream, as more producers around the country are using “high tunnels” to extend the growing season of horticultural crops.
Local Food Directories Available (Posted on 8/6/2009)
Buying purchases locally is important whether you are buying clothing, cars or farm supplies. Buying local products at locally owned businesses keeps money circulating closer to where it is spent.
Winneshiek County 4-H Photo Site (Posted on 6/25/2009)
We are excited to announce the creation of a new 4-H photo site. 2009 Winneshiek County Fair photos have been added.
ISU Dairy Information (Posted on 2/27/2009)
New Dairy information in 2009! This is to help dairy producers as well as agri-business providers manage dairy herds.
Snouts & Tails (Posted on 2/11/2009)
Snouts & Tails is an e-communication to forward timely topics and provide awareness of upcoming events for the swine industry.
Financial Resource Management Opportunities (Posted on 12/31/2008)
Erin Ludwig, your ISU Extension Financial Resource Management Specialist, is eager to assist you in a variety of ways. Here are a few learning opportunities she can provide! NE Iowa Food & Farm Coalition Website (Posted on 4/1/2008)
The Northeast Iowa Food & Farm Coalition has been formed to begin implementation of the strategic plan designed to build a stronger local food and farm economy in Northeast Iowa.
2010 ISUE Garden Calendar (Posted on 12/5/2007)
Get your 2010 Iowa State University Extension Growing Green Garden Calendar. This would be a great gift for the gardener in your life.
GO GREEN! (Posted on 11/12/2007)
Here is a new informational section to help you and your family Go Green! $ave Time and Money$
Small Steps to Health & Wealth (Posted on 9/25/2007)
Are you struggling to lose weight? Are your finances out of control? Do you need to change your lifestyle and develop healthier habits? If you answered yes to any of these questions, the "Small Steps to Health and Wealth"™ course is for you!
Emerald Ash Borer (Posted on 9/14/2004)
Following the discovery of Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) just across the Mississippi River from the Iowa-Wisconsin border. Current news release, how to identify and frequently asked questions. Plus you can follow web site links for webcasts and submission forms. Emerald Ash Borer (Posted on 7/27/2004)
Following the discovery of Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) just across the Mississippi River from the Iowa-Wisconsin border. Current news release, how to identify and frequently asked questions. Plus you can follow web site links for webcasts and submission forms.
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