County News

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July 8, 2021
Advance Child Tax Credit: Your Opportunity to Get Ahead

The expanded amount and eligibility for the 2021 Child Tax Credit, combined with the advance monthly payments which begin in July, offer families an opportunity to improve their overall financial well-being.

July 7, 2021
Farmland Leasing Meetings to Address Setting Fair Cash Rents

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is conducting twelve in-person farmland lease meetings across 12 sites in Central Iowa in late July and August.

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July 1, 2021
Polk County 4-H Fair runs July 17-23

82nd Annual County Fair will offer event live streams

June 10, 2021
Small Talk program for parents or caregivers of young children

To your baby’s brain, the most important time in life is before the third birthday. Those first 36 months, while baby’s brain is growing the most, are a once-in-a-lifetime chance to do something wonderful with your child. 

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May 3, 2021
Polk County 4-H offers holistic approach for teen mental health support

During Mental Health Awareness Month Polk County 4-H highlights programs, trainings.

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April 7, 2021
ISU Extension and Outreach Week highlights information, education, programs available to all Iowans

ISU Extension in Polk County offers additional resources, supports initiatives to aid Iowans in recovery.

March 25, 2021
Marketing Communications Intern position available

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach in Polk County is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Marketing Communications Intern.

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February 26, 2021
Virtual Ag Marketing Clubs

Follow the latest webcasts, videos, newsletters, and podcasts.

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February 11, 2021
Conversación en español sobre la vacuna del COVID-19

Le invitamos a una conversación en español sobre la vacuna del COVID-19. Ana Coppola del departamento de salud del condado del Polk responderá a las preguntas de la comunidad sobre la vacuna del COVID-19.

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February 11, 2021
Programa ACT: Educando a Niños en Ambientes Seguros

Programa ACT: Educando a Niños en Ambientes Seguros ¿Le gustaría añadir herramientas que le ayuden con la crianza de sus niños? 

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February 2, 2021
Next Polk County Master Conservationist Program in Spring 2021

Course will provide hands-on interaction with Iowa’s rich natural resources

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February 1, 2021
Commercial Pesticide Applicators 2021

Polk County’s Spring Pesticide Continuing Instruction Courses will be virtual, view the article for more information. 

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January 27, 2021
Virtual Community Baby Shower - en Español

A virtual Community Baby Shower for expecting mothers will be offered in Spanish on Feb. 3, at 10 am and at 6 pm, hosted by ISU Extension and Outreach, Polk County in partnership with Nutrition 4 Young Children. 

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January 14, 2021
4-H Summer Program Intern Position Available

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, Polk County is seeking qualified applicants for the position of 4-H Summer Program Intern.

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January 6, 2021
Polk County 4-H hosts virtual career exploration series

Polk County 4-H will host Oh the Places You Could Go, a free eight-part virtual career exploration series, for youth in grades 4-12.

January 5, 2021
Virtual Program Offers Tips for Parenting in a Pandemic and Beyond

Raising children has its rewards and challenges, but the COVID-19 pandemic has brought with it new challenges for families, says Malisa Rader, a human sciences specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.

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December 17, 2020
Leap Into Literacy Programs to be held in English and Spanish

Leap into Literacy! Connect with us via Zoom to learn interesting ways to engage your child in reading at home! Registration is required by January 4. This program is available to families who live in Polk and Dallas Counties.

¡Salta a la Alfabetización! Conéctese con nosotros vía Zoom para aprender interesantes técnicas y actividades de alfabetización que puede practicar con su niño en casa. Inscripción es requerida, inscribirte a más tardar el 4 de diciembre. Está disponible a familias que viven en los condados del Polk y Dallas

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December 17, 2020
Strengthening Families Program 10-14 held Virtually January-March 2021

Strengthening Families Program: For Parents and Youth 10-14 can help your family learn to manage emotions, set goals, avoid peer pressure, make better decisions and create better relationships. You will learn how to show love while setting limits, how to listen to your child, and how to help family members show appreciation to each other.

December 17, 2020
Cash Rental Rates & Farmland Values

Get current cash rental rates, farmland values surveys along with recorded videos and webcasts.

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December 9, 2020
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach and Farm Foundation Announce Wellness Resources for Polk County Farm Families

Pre-paid, ongoing wellness coaching and counseling services are now available to Polk County farm families. Families can get confidential support for a variety of life events via phone, text, live chat, video or app – in addition to existing sources of 24/7 help.

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