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A Lifesaving Resource For Women In The Unenviable Role Of Primary Long-term Caregiver

Posted on Apr 27, 2012 at 1:12 PM
Recently featured in a New York Times article by Jane Brody, and No. 3 on the Amazon best-sellers list in the Grief and Bereavement category, The Caregiving Wife’s Handbook by Dr. Diana Denholm covers every aspect of being a caregiver to a seriously ill spouse. Please...

Budweiser Clydesdales Coming to 3i SHOW

Posted on Mar 30, 2012 at 9:45 AM
Sponsored by Western Beverage, Inc., the world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales, the symbol of quality and tradition for Anheuser-Busch since 1933, are scheduled to be onsite at the upcoming 3i SHOW July 12-14. The Clydesdales will be housed for visitation inside the Western State Bank Expo Center building and...

Government resouce for faud prevention

Posted on Mar 12, 2012 at 12:57 PM
Frauds and scams come in a variety of forms – insurance fraud, ATM fraud, credit card scams, scholarship scams, and the list goes on and on. Learn more about frauds and scams so that you don't become a victim.

U.S. Treasurer Kicks off One-Year Countdown to All-Electronic Social Security Payments

Posted on Mar 2, 2012 at 10:07 AM
Encourages remaining check recipients to switch now to the safety and convenience of electronic payments and help save taxpayers $1 billion ♦ Treasurer of the United States Rosie Rios today started an official countdown clock, marking one year until the March 1, 2013 deadline...

New Study Shines Light on Best Bulbs

Posted on Feb 29, 2012 at 9:55 AM
New efficiency standards for light bulbs are now in effect, but how do consumers and facility managers know which bulb is best? When it comes to choosing an LED (light emitting diode) reflector bulb, the job just got a whole lot easier. The Institute for...

Flushing the Well to Bring Up Heavy Sediment

Posted on Feb 24, 2012 at 12:21 PM
Flushing will frequently bring up heavy sediment that would not otherwise be removed. From www.drillyourownwell.com.

Installing A Gravel Pack In Your Well

Posted on Feb 24, 2012 at 12:20 PM
Shows how to put a gravel pack at the bottom of a hand drilled well - from www.drillyourownwell.com.

How to drill your own well, part 2 (video)

Posted on Feb 24, 2012 at 12:16 PM
Drill Your Own Well Part 2 - from www.drillyourownwell.com.

How to drill your own well, part 1 (video)

Posted on Feb 24, 2012 at 12:14 PM
This video shows how to drill your own well using PVC. From www.drillyourownwell.com It is a good way to put down a shallow well and get inexpensive water for irrigation and lawn watering. It is not a substitute for potable water.

Are Mutts Smarter Than Purebred Dogs? How to Choose Your New Best Friend from an Animal Shelter

Posted on Feb 20, 2012 at 5:04 PM
Among the biggest victims of the economic recession are the once beloved family pets surrendered to shelters as their owners deal with extended joblessness. The U.S. Humane Society estimates 6 to 8 million dogs and cats enter shelters each year – and 3 to 4 million...

Agriculture Future of America offers Scholarships for Students in Agriculture

Posted on Feb 9, 2012 at 4:10 PM
Agriculture Future of America (AFA) provides support to future leaders in agriculture from across the country in part through its AFA Leader and Academic Scholarship program and by supporting its partners in their efforts to provide scholarships for young people. As the cost of college...

SDSU Extension Announces iGrow Horses

Posted on Jan 19, 2012 at 10:08 PM
An exciting new service for horse enthusiasts launches Feb. 1 - iGrow Horses is courtesy of SDSU Extension. "iGrow Horses" is a web portal for up-to-date news and information about the equine industry. Visit www.iGrow.org/livestock/horses to stay current about horse health and production; local, regional...

Dry Winter Weather Might Mean Time to Water Trees & Shrubs

Posted on Jan 11, 2012 at 10:12 AM
The combination of warm temperatures and lack of precipitation across the state means homeowners may need to water their trees and shrubs, says John Ball, SDSU Professor of Plant Science and Extension Forestry Specialist. "Evergreens are particularly at risk for dehydration because they might be...

Learn About the Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment of Diseases and Conditions

Posted on Jan 3, 2012 at 9:28 AM
The National Library of Medicine can help you learn about the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment for a variety of diseases and conditions. From Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms to Varicose Veins, and many topics in between. Created for patients, you can learn about the symptoms, diagnosis and...
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