ISU Extension Releases New Guide on Urban, Communuty-Scale Composting

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION
March 16, 2026 11:46 am

As urban farms and community gardens work to improve productivity, reduce food waste and build healthy soils, on-site composting is becoming more essential.

What We're Reading: Discipline

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
March 12, 2026 12:16 pm

'Discipline' by Larissa Pham is a dark delight, diving deep into obsession, art, power, and the slippery nature of narrative control. Christine’s attempt to reshape herself after the fallout of an affair with her former professor feels both self-aware and self-destructive.

What We're Reading: Massacre Creek

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
March 11, 2026 5:37 pm

Review of 'Massacre Creek' by Wayne C. LeeHappy New Year and saddle up for a brand new adventure! Lane Perry and his younger brother Chris have been through the war, then travel West to search for gold.

What We're Reading: 'Stone Yard Devotional'

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
March 10, 2026 1:42 pm

It has been a busy week at my home with the holidays and viruses, so I have only just begun what looks to be a very promising novel: 'Stone Yard Devotional' by Charlotte Wood.

Getting a Head Start: How to Successfully Start Seeds Indoors

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION
March 10, 2026 1:42 pm

As winter lingers, many gardeners are looking for ways to get their hands dirty. Starting seeds indoors gives gardeners greater control over growing conditions, resulting in healthier, more resilient transplants.

What We're Reading: Nobody's Girl

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
March 9, 2026 7:13 pm

I recently read "Nobody’s Girl: A Memoir of Surviving Abuse and Fighting for Justice" by Virginia Roberts Giuffre. Virginia endured immense trauma throughout her life, and her experiences became even more devastating after encountering Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell.

Iowa State University announces fall 2025 Dean's List

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY
March 4, 2026 11:49 am

More than 11,800 Iowa State University students have been recognized for outstanding academic achievement by being named to the 2025 fall semester Dean's List.

Master Conservationist Program offered in Independence

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION
March 4, 2026 11:49 am

The hands-on course connects participants with Iowa’s rich natural resourcesIowa State University Extension and Outreach will offer the Iowa Master Conservationist Program beginning Monday, March 23 at Heartland Acres in Independence.

Broccoli Production Resource Highlights Relevant Research for Midwest Growers

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION
March 3, 2026 11:49 am

Home gardeners and commercial broccoli growers preparing for spring planting are encouraged to review practical insights from a new Iowa State University Extension and Outreach resource.

Hawkeye Community College Announces December 2025 Graduates

HAWKEYE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
March 3, 2026 11:49 am

The following are Hawkeye Community College fall semester graduates and their programs of study. Graduates are listed in alphabetical order by hometown.