Iowa State University Extension and Outreach county offices in the southwest area announced award recipients for outstanding achievements in 2021. Heidi Lowthorp, Fremont County Growing Strong Families Parent Educator, received the Creativity in Service to All Iowans demonstrating creative service to complex demographics of Iowa through outreach.
Iowa’s beef producers are asking their fellow Iowans to help find Iowa’s Best Burger in 2022. In this year’s quest, the Iowa Beef Industry Council (IBIC) and the Iowa Cattlemen’s Association (ICA) are encouraging you to nominate your favorite burger, whether it’s gourmet or down-home style.
The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship is strongly encouraging pesticide applicators to apply for or renew certifications online using the selfservice portal to avoid delays this spring.
During a month in which hearts play a starring role, make sure you're protecting yours. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 659,000 people in the U.S.
Sign up for the 2022 Drivers Education class will be from February 15 thru March 1. Plan on classes starting Saturday, March 12. Students must be 14 years old by July 1, 2022, to participate. Questions? E-mail dsears@sidney.k12.ia.us
Snow and ice buildup on your natural gas meter can create a safety hazard and even cut off the flow of natural gas to your heating equipment and other appliances. To avoid trouble, gently remove snow and ice from on and around the meter with your hands or a broom. Gas meters and regulators are durable and designed with the weather in mind, but a coating of ice or snow could cause a loss of service and become a critical safety issue. When possible, remove the snow before it has a chance to freeze.
The Hamburg City Council discussed the difficulties of the low-rent house project as well as plans for a possible city farm and the potential for grants at their regular meeting on Feb. 14.
Southwest Iowa Nature Trails Inc. recently received a $25,000 annual gift from the Hoff Family Fund of the Pottawattamie County Community Foundation to provide for maintenance of the Wabash Trace Nature Trail. The Trace, which stretches from Council Bluffs to the Missouri state line and passes through Imogene, is a 63-mile-long converted railroad right-of-way. The trail waas completed in 1997 and annually hosts the Wabash Trace Nature Trail Marathon, which will take place on Saturday, Sept. 10. Hamburg Reporter File Photo
Playing a musical instrument benefits people of all ages, including children. Young children may take to music education more readily than adults, acquiring skills in record time. While many instruments are beneficial to kids, certain choices are best for children just starting out.
The initial spring flood outlook from the National Weather Service (NWS) indicates a below-normal risk for spring flooding this year. Service Hydrologist David Pearson shared his forecast on Feb.