County News

February 10, 2021

Cass County Extension Now Hiring 2021 Summer Program Assistants

Two positions available- DEADLINE EXTENDED- application materials due Monday, February 22 by Noon for consideration

February 5, 2021

Cass County Master Gardeners Scholarship Application Due April 1

Annual Scholarship Award to Encourage Horticulture Careers

February 1, 2021

Words on Wellness - Your Extension Connections to Nutrition and Fitness

Welcome to Words on Wellness- a monthly newsletter that promotes a healthy lifestyle for Iowans. In each issue, you'll find reliable, research based information about nutrition, exercise, and food safety, and explore the power of incorporating healthy habits into your daily lifestyle. NEWS for Older Adults is a newsletter with nutrition tips and recipes specifically targeted to older residents. Check back monthly for the latest edition of each!

November 24, 2020

Cass County Extension Presents DIY Holiday Gift Boxes: STEM Challenge

Learn all about being creative and thrifty this holiday season with the DIY Holiday Gift Box challenge from Cass County Extension.

November 20, 2020

Commercial Pesticide Applicators Reminded to Pre-Register for Continuing Education Courses By Dec. 18

Entry not guaranteed if no pre-registration, must be on schedule before December 18 to ensure show available

October 1, 2020

“Grow Another Row, Cass County!” Program Wraps Up; Pantries Continue to Welcome Donations

Local pantries continue to see increasing numbers, and appreciate both food and monetary donations. Click for specific information on how to

support Cass County food pantries this fall.

September 25, 2020

Cass County Master Gardeners to Host Fall Plant Sale October 10

Event Starts at 8 AM until sold out

Additional Safety Measures Added; Bulb Sale Preorders Available for Pickup

September 11, 2020

Commercial Pesticide Applicators Encouraged to Pre-Register for Continuing Education Courses

Entry not guaranteed if no pre-registration, due to capacity limitations

August 25, 2020

New Project for Cass County Master Gardeners in Bulb Sales

Bulb Sale Added to Fall Plant Sale: Preorders Now Open! Fall Plant Sale Set for October 10; Bulbs will be available for pickup at the plant sale. Click for Details or to Pre-Order!

July 27, 2020

Cass County Extension to Host Drought and Leasing Meetings in Early August

Drought meeting set for Monday August 3 at 5:30 PM; Leasing meeting set for Thursday August 6 at 6:30 PM. Registration due 2 days prior to meeting by calling 712-243-1132.