Archive for April, 2011
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ISU Scott County Extension Master Gardeners – Perpetual Calendar
By Duane Gissel Iowa State University Scott County Extension The ISU Scott County Extension Master Gardeners have made a Perpetual Calendar, and they are now available to purchase. This durable perpetual calendar is designed to serve as a guide for you to garden successfully year round for yea...
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Advice for Growing Peas
By Richard Jauron Iowa State University Scott County Extension Suggested garden pea cultivars for home gardens in Iowa include ‘Little Marvel’ (early season, short vines), ‘Spring’ (early season, short vines), ‘Knight’ (early season, short vines), ‘Lincoln’ (mid to late season, ...
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Put a Little Spring In Your Step… Avoid Injury while Walking or Running
By M.E. Garcia Be Safe and Wear Proper Gear Spring is upon us and summer will soon be around the corner. This is when many of us take advantage of the warm outdoors and take to the pavement with our sneakers for a healthy walk or run. Exercising outside can be adapted to anyone’s fitne...
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Economizing and Fuel
By Debra Carney Driver License Supervisor Office of Driver Services Davenport, Iowa NEWS FOR YOU....from the Iowa Department of Transportation Fuel prices seem to rise daily. They are expected to reach $4 per gallon within the next few months, with oil industry watchers saying prices could...
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Calendar of Events – April 2011
Support Groups and Informational Seminars Quad Cities Alzheimer’s Association Please call Jerry Schroeder at (563) 324-1022 or 800-272-3900 for more information about programs. Aphasic Support Group Genesis The Aphasic Support Group meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 2 to 3 p.m. at Ge...
