The Importance of Diabetes Awareness
November is Diabetes Awareness Month, a great time for those who don't understand the disease to learn more about it and even be tested for …
What to Know About Gratitude
Practicing gratitude is important, because it challenges us to see the good that we have in our life. "Gratitude is the humble attitude of…
Learn to Hunt program opens registration for virtual trapping workshop
DES MOINES — The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is offering a free virtual workshop to teach skills needed to trap furbearers in…
Guidance for enjoying a Halloween with precaution
As Iowans prepare to celebrate Halloween, the Iowa Department of Public Health wants to remind all that COVID-19 is still circulating and en…
3 Tips for Healthy Aging
Autumn is a great time to self-evaluate, and to consider whether you're on track to meet your goals. For those over age 50, it's important…
3 Reasons Why Newton Village Has Remained Covid-Free During the Pandemic
Education, diligence, and prayer have all played a part in Newton Village's handling of the coronavirus pandemic. "We've been fortunate th…
Hooking summer catfish
Fishing for catfish is a summer tradition for many Iowa families. You can always count on channel catfish when the bite slows down for other…
Garden and green bean Safety: Serve up fresh produce, not foodborne illness
AMES — This week’s Sow, Grow, Eat and Keep instructional video from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will talk about keeping gar…
ARL extreme heat safety tips for pets
With extreme heat ahead, the Animal Rescue League of Iowa reminds pet owners about these important summer safety tips:
5 Tips For Older Adults to Stay Safe in the Summer Heat
We're well into summer, and with that comes soaring outdoor temperatures and muggy afternoons. While high temperatures can adversely affec…
Yard and Garden: Poor fruit set in the vegetable garden
AMES — Some plants grow well but don’t set fruit well, and this could happen because of a range of issues.
