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The public is invited to attend a free program on mapping of Washington public land trees and Emerald Ash Borer. Andy Dahl will share some insights into Emerald Ash Borer, the status of trees in the Washington community and what will need to be done. He will also offer alternatives to the ash tree. The program will be held at 6:30 p.m., Sept. 26, at the Washington County Extension Office.The program is open to ...

A new youth cooking club, the Clover Cookers, is scheduled to start in October through Washington County Extension/4-H. This club is open to any fourth-to 12th-grader in Washington County who has an interest in cooking, food safety and healthy living.This new specialty club will meet every other month on a Saturday afternoon. Each two-hour meeting will explore the tasty fun of the kitchen through new recipes ...

Chapter DL/T.T.T. met on Sept. 11, at the home of Cathy Lewis in Coralville. Eight members attended.Phyllis Eisele reported on the fundraising project/nut sales. There is new pricing information and the sale sheets were issued. The orders are to be turned in by Oct. 2. The club has ordered a supply of nuts earlier this year and plans to have them available in early November.The nominating committee reported ...

AMES ? The air has a bit of a chill in it in the mornings. Fall is almost here, which means it?s time to think about preparing lawns with weed control. Fall is an excellent time to apply broadleaf herbicides for perennial broadleaf control, but take care to do it properly and effectively.When is the best time to apply a broadleaf herbicide to the lawn?Fall (mid-September to early November) is the best time to ...

The September meeting of the American Legion Auxiliary Leon Beatty Post No. 29 was held Sept. 12, at the Washington County Ambulance Center with five members attending.President Sue Gilmere called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. The opening prayer was given by Dixie Young. The Pledge of Allegiance and the reading of the Preamble for God was spoken for all.Review of the May meeting was done. There were no ...

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will offer a revitalized Iowa Master Conservationist program this fall. The program will be piloted in Mt. Pleasant and provide hands-on interaction with the diversity of the state?s natural resources.Iowa Master Conservationist teaches about wildlife and plant communities, and provides accurate information on a broad range of conservation issues. Ultimately, it ...

The Wayland Lions Club held their August meeting at the Wayland Community Center. There were 13 members present and two guests.President Chuck Brown called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Stan Meyer gave the Invocation before the meeting broke for a delicious meal catered by Alice Hochstetler.At the resumption of the meeting, Lion Marianne Pattyson read the minutes and Terry ...

By Karyn Spory, Mt. Pleasant News *Editor's note: This is the first in a four-part series that takes a look at a person's health from head to toe and discusses how one aspect of an individual's health can have lasting affects in other areas. The tooth fairy may only pay $1 a tooth, but Dr. Matthew Wettach, of Family Dental Health Services, says baby teeth are worth so much more when looking at an individual's ...

AMES ? When the kids get up on time and get ready for school without major hassles, it?s a better day for everyone, says Kim Brantner, a human sciences specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.By creating morning and bedtime routines, parents can harness the enthusiasm and tackle any concerns their children may have about going to school and can prepare them for a positive educational ...

Parents have an important job. Raising kids is both rewarding and challenging. You?re likely to get a lot of advice along the way, from doctors, family, friends, and even strangers. But every parent and child is unique. Being sensitive and responsive to your kids can help you build positive, healthy relationships together.?Being a sensitive parent and responding to your kids cuts across all areas of parenting,? ...

A congregate meal is being planned for Thursday, Sept. 28, at St. Joseph/Cabrini Church in East Pleasant Plain. Serving will begin at 11:30 a.m. The menu will include ham balls, mashed potatoes, green beans, corn, rolls, salad bar, and pie. Bingo will be played after the meal.There is a small charge. All ages are welcome.Reservations are appreciated. Please call Caryl Smith at 319-694-2242.

The 4-H After School STEM Club is now taking registrations for the March and April sessions. This science club is open to all students in third to fifth-grade. Washington County Extension and 4-H and Lincoln Elementary are partnering together with a sponsorship from Bazooka Farmstar and Premier 1 to offer additional and fun ways for Washington youth to interact with science more in a hands-on setting while making ...