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Montezuma ? Washington FFA members participated in a variety of career development events and one student ran for district office.Students participated in Ag Issues, Job Interview, Parliamentary Procedure, Reporter's Scrapbook, Secretary's Book, and Treasurer's Book.The Ag Issues Team received a bronze merit for a presentation on the topic of horse processing. Washington FFA members who participated were ...

4-H'ers interested in the Dog Project are strongly encouraged to attend an informational meeting on Saturday, April 14, 9 a.m. at the Washington County Extension Office. Department superintendents will discuss deadlines, records, scoring, training suggestions and dog workout schedules. The 4-H Dog Project has an obedience division and agility division. Parents are encouraged to attend. No dogs are needed for this ...

Jameson Bell, of Washington, is the son of Jason and Nancy Bell and a brother to Hunter and Demeri Bell.He attends Washington High School and is a member of the Franklin Cubs.His projects include: cattle, Bucket Bottle Calf, swine, photography, self-determined, woodworking and gardening.His 4-H activities are: ELITE Project Team, Little Hands On the Farm, lock-ins, 4-H Vet Science Day, Farm Safety Day and is ...

AMES ? As green color spreads across lawns, homeowners are becoming anxious to get outside. It is important to remember that spring is a sensitive time for yards ? the soil is spongy, the plants are tender and the weather is unpredictable. Proper timing and gentle care will pay off as homeowners complete a few important spring tasks. Iowa State University Extension and Outreach horticulturists offer tips on ...

The weekly church service was provided by Susan See representing the Washington Mennonite Church.The sermon was titled ?Paying Attention? and Scripture from Philippians 4:4-9 was shared with those in attendance in the Epworth chapel. Carol Detweiler shared her talents on the piano. Special music for the service was provided by Myron and Martha Graber. They sang ?He Touched Me!? and ?Amazing Grace.?The winter ...

Washington County 4-H County Council will be sponsoring an IJBBA sanctioned open cattle show on Saturday, April 28, at the Washington County Fairgrounds. This event is open to youth of all ages up to 21. To exhibit at this show, there are no requirements to be a member of the IJBBA or a member of 4-H. However, members of the IJBBA will receive points. This is a great opportunity for youth to compete against youth ...

AMES ? Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, the Iowa Monarch Conservation Consortium and the Southeast Iowa Agricultural Research Association will host a field day on March 29 to highlight pollinator and prairie establishment and management.The field day will run from 5-7:30 p.m. and will be held at the Iowa State University Southeast Research and Demonstration Farm.ISU Extension and Outreach specialist...

AMES ? Herbaceous perennials are commonly divided for three reasons: to control size, to rejuvenate plants and to propagate a prized perennial. Vigorous perennials may grow so rapidly that they crowd out neighboring plants in the flower bed. Other perennials decline in vigor if not divided at the appropriate time. One of the easiest ways to propagate a prized perennial is to divide the plant into two or more ...

Washington County 4-H ELITE Project Team hosted a Clover Kid Winter Beach Party Sunday, March 11. Almost 50 Clover Kid members and friends enjoyed an afternoon of beach activities. They dressed for the occasion in leis, used the term 'aloha' and went home with beach balls. They enjoyed creating their own fish puppets, diggin for buried treasures, listening to the ocean, playing limbo and bingo. There was a snack ...

Some conditions may feel too embarrassing to discuss with your doctor. Weak pelvic floor muscles can cause such conditions.You may have trouble with bladder or bowel control. Urine can leak out when you cough, sneeze, laugh, or exert yourself in any way. You might need to urinate often or urgently.Weak muscles can also affect the vagina and uterus. You may feel discomfort inside your vagina. Telling your doctor ...

Hollie Martin and Andre Lins were united in marriage on Saturday, Jan. 27, 2018, at Shiloh Church.The day was filled with happiness and joy as nearly 200 family and friends attended. The ceremony was officiated by Chuch and Judy Rogness.Many of the bride and groom's friends and family participated in a special processional ?Brazilian style? showing their love and support for the couple. As the ceremony was ...

The Washington United Methodist Women met on March 9 for a dessert served by Martha Hahn and Margaret Crawford. Fifteen members attended and participated in the program on prayer and self-denial. The program had been prepared by Ilene Schnicker and was given by Marilyn Whitenack. Members filled out prayer cards for people who needed prayers, and an offering was taken. Luke 9:27-36 was the Scripture used. Shirley ...