Iowa State University Extension and Outreach offers childcare provider training, which has been approved by the Department of Human Services and CACFP. The training helps providers identify, recognize, and implement best practices relative to nutrition, physical activity, health, and safety for children under their care. Iowa’s youth are at risk. “Only half of Iowa youth meet current physical activity recommendation…
Read MoreMonth: September 2021
Rams lose season gridiron opener in OT, 29-27
~courtesy of The Scranton Journal In a battle of two strong teams, the Class 1A AC/GC Chargers squeaked out an exciting 29-27 overtime victory over the Class 2A Greene County Rams to open the 2021 season Aug. 27. Both teams are expected to challenge for their respective district titles. It was a tale of two halves. The Chargers owned the…
Read MoreIowa Central slates classes at GrCo Career Academy
Iowa Central Community College has three adult education classes scheduled in September at the Career Academy located at the Greene County High School in Jefferson. Tailgating 101 and 102 is a fun and educational offering. Todd Gordon will teach the first class on Wednesday, Sept. 8, from 6:30 to 8 pm. Participants will learn some new options for their tailgate…
Read MoreDespite rain, topsoil and subsoil still lacking moisture
Much needed rainfall across most of the state limited Iowa’s farmers to 4.4 days suitable for fieldwork during the week ending Aug 29., 2021, according to the USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service. Field activities included harvesting hay, oats and corn silage. Producers were getting ready for row crop harvest with repairs to equipment and bins. Topsoil moisture levels across Iowa…
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