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February 18, 2019

Mother always said you are what you eat....
Check out the May issue of “Words on Wellness,” a nutrition and fitness newsletter provided as a public service by Madison County ISU Extension and the College of Human Sciences.

January 20, 2016

Iowa State University Beginning Farmer Center Seminar to Present Play About Farmland Transfer

“Map of My Kingdom,” a play about land transition, will be presented by Iowa Public Radio and performed as part of the Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Beginning Farmer Center “Returning to the Farm” seminar on Jan. 29 at the Gateway Hotel and Conference Center.

June 22, 2015

At 30, Iowa Concern Continues Serving Iowans in Crisis

“I think people know that the Iowa Concern has been around,” said Margaret VanGinkel, the Iowa Concern hotline coordinator. “A lot of people know it and remember it. We’re here to help people, and they can talk to a person, seven days a week, all night long, and it is a person.”

May 1, 2015

Eggs and Poultry Safe to Eat, Iowa State University Food Safety Specialist Stresses

Avian influenza does not impact the foods that consumers eat, says an Iowa State University food safety expert.

February 4, 2015

Caring for Valentine's Day Flowers

Many people will give or receive beautiful flowers on Feb. 14, and while the thought is wonderful and they’re lovely to receive, what happens on Feb. 15 and beyond?

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Science of Parenting

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Powerful Tools for Caregivers

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Iowa Concern Hotline

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