IRAs – More Than Retirement Savings

RANDY STEIN, FBFS
March 8, 2012 10:03 pm

  IRAs are traditionally thought of as a tax-advantaged way to save for retirement. But did you know they can also help you with some of life’s big purchases, all while you continue to save for retirement? You may withdraw your money from an IRA at anytime; however, a 10 percent tax penalty may apply if you are younger than age 59½.

UICCU ranked #1 out of over 7,200 credit unions nationwide.

JEAN KNEPPER, UICCU
March 8, 2012 12:40 pm

  For the fourth straight quarter, the University of Iowa Community Credit Union was recognized by independent research firm Callahan & Associates for its first place finish on a measurement known as Return of the Member (ROM).

Windsor Manor Menu and Activities for March

BETHANY CLEMENSON, WINDSOR MANOR
March 6, 2012 1:45 pm

  To View this month's meal calendar...   Windsor Manor's Calendar of Activities

4th St. Diner News

4TH ST. DINER
March 5, 2012 5:13 pm

4th Street Diner HACAP North Benton Center 202 East Fourth St Vinton, IA 52349 319-472-4761 Serving Buffet from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM Monday through Friday A choice of salads is available on the buffet.

Clickstop named a finalist for three Prometheus Awards

LISA KIRCHHOFF
February 24, 2012 5:47 pm

  Clickstop, an e-commerce business based in Urbana, IA, has been named a finalist for three Prometheus Awards by the Technology Association of Iowa (TAI).

4th STREET DINER NEWS

4TH ST. DINER
February 20, 2012 11:50 am

  Serving Buffet from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM, Monday through Friday. A choice of salads is available on the buffet. Everyone is WELCOME! Suggested contribution for individuals 60 years old or older, and their spouse (regardless of age) is $2.

Commercial Pesticide Applicator Test Help Session – March 5

BENTON COUNTY EXTENSION
February 16, 2012 10:11 am

  Commercial Pesticide Applicator Test Help Session – March 5               All commercial pesticide applicators must take exams in order to become initially certified and some choose to become re-certified by exam rather than by attending continuing instructional courses.

SE Iowa Ag Research Association Annual Meeting – March 1

BENTON COUNTY EXTENSION
February 16, 2012 10:09 am

    People interested in crop production in the southeast quarter of Iowa are encouraged to attend the annual meeting for the SE Iowa Agricultural Research Association, which will begin at 9:30 a.

Women in Agriculture Seminar to be offered March 23rd

BENTON COUNTY EXTENSION
February 16, 2012 8:57 am

    Are you married to a farmer or are you a woman working in agriculture? If so, then we have the conference for you! Come with us on a one day journey to become an empowered woman in agriculture.

Successful Pathway Training Program Enrolling More Students

KIRKWOOD COMMUNITY COLLEGE
February 13, 2012 11:52 am

  A successful training program implemented last fall at Kirkwood Community College is now accepting more students and seeking state funding to expand to all community colleges in Iowa.