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Register now for the 2021 Iowa Women in Agriculture Conference August 5
"Conserving Ag's Future Together" is the theme of the 15th annual Iowa Women in Agriculture Conference at the FFA Enrichment Center in Ankeny on August 5.The 2021 conference will explore an array of challenges posed by agriculture's current economic and environmental climate: Marketing strategy, climate resilience, global trade agreements, risk management, ag advocacy, cover crops, soil and water quality initiatives, the intersection of animal agriculture and climate, launching an online ag business, and the role of ag women in this dynamic and growing industry.
LSI Respite Care receives national Innovative and Exemplary service award
Lutheran Services in Iowa (LSI) was recently recognized as an Innovative and Exemplary respite service by the ARCH National Respite Network and Resource Center. LSI is one of four recipients of this recognition this year.LSI's Respite Care program provides personalized, temporary support for children and adults with disabilities across Iowa, allowing their caregivers time to take care of themselves.
Opal and Hazel's Wood Fired Pizza announces the July Schedule
Please
see our attached schedule for July.
We
are still pretty busy with events and hope to get back to our towns
very soon.We are considering [st]ting up on Wednesdays soon
too.Where are we in July?
2nd
Roy's Hometown Grocery Shellsburg 5pm
9th
Rooster & Lil' Chick Vinton 5pm
10th
Plainfield Days 11am-?
17th
Cedar Falls Motorsport Park for "Night of Fire" 11am-?
23rd
Rooster & Lil' Chick Vinton 5pm
24th
Medical Clinic Urbana 5pm
30th
Private Party
PIZZA
FACT: 62% of Americans prefer meat toppings while 38% prefer veggies.
Local Edward Jones Branch Team Celebrates Anniversary, Promotion, National Award

Protect yourself from these common Fourth of July claims
by Scott StueberThe Fourth of July is my favorite holiday because it means getting together with family and friends. Independence Day celebrations often include parties, grilling, fireworks, swimming, and boating. When the sun goes down, magnificent fireworks displays can be seen for miles. While these activities can be fun and create many great memories, they can also be dangerous.
4th St. Diner Menu
Just a reminder that we are still offering carryout and home delivered meals Sunday through Friday. The July 2021 menu is attached for your information. If you are calling the center to order either carryout or home delivered meal, please press 1 to be taken to the Dining Room desk. You may also enter extension 2008, as some people have had trouble with the 1.
Vinton Food Trucks and Their Schedules

4th St. Diner Menu for June
The June 2021 menu is attached for your information. If you are calling the center to order either a carryout or home delivered meal, please press 1 to be taken to the Dining Room desk. You may also enter extension 2008, as some people have had trouble with the 1. That way anyone who is assigned to work that day can access your message and schedule as needed.
Secretary Naig Applauds Beginning Farmer Program Expansion
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig applauded the Legislature’s passage of Senate File 619, which includes an expansion of eligibility for the Beginning Farmer Tax Credit program.“We should be doing all we can to reduce financial barriers and help young Iowans start a career in agriculture; the Beginning Farmer program is a great way to do just that.
FAREWAY CELEBRATES INTERNATIONAL NURSES DAY: DISCOUNT FOR MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS
Fareway Stores, Inc. will showcase its appreciation of essential healthcare workers with a special offer. In honor of International Nurses Day on Wednesday, May 12, all medical professionals are eligible to receive a 10 percent discount at the register. “We are proud to celebrate our essential healthcare workers,” said Fareway Executive Vice President of Merchandising Mike McCormick.