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February 23, 2021

It is now time to enroll for the 4-H year! For those planning to show at the Dallas County Fair in July, 2021 the deadline to enroll is May 15 for all re-enrolling members to have fees paid and re-enrolled through 4HOnline.

New members are welcome to join at anytime.

February 23, 2021

We are hiring! Summer 4-H Assistant

ISU Extension and Outreach Dallas County is currently accepting applications for a part time, Summer 4-H Assistant.

February 23, 2021

Seed Starting 101 in March!

February 2, 2021

Rural Resiliency Webinar Series to Offer Advice on Stress

Rural residents and those who associate with them are encouraged to partake in a webinar series called “Rural Resiliency: Caring for You and Yours,” 7:30-8:45 p.m. on four consecutive Tuesday evenings, March 2, 9, 16 and 23.

October 6, 2020

Bridging the Digital Divide: Why Fast Internet Matters in Rural Iowa

Iowa rural development guru Bill Menner featured on latest Back to Business Iowa podcast

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