Former Scott County 4-H'er David Bolte, of Des Moines, was selected to serve as a trustee on the Iowa 4-H Foundation Board of Trustees at its annual meeting Friday, Oct. 19. more

Scott County is finally going to open for vineyard businesses. more

A couple’s plan for Scott County’s first vineyard is testing the county’s land use policy by forcing supervisors to consider new uses for protected farmland. more

Harold Scherer waved and smiled amiably from the seat of his tractor. But his gaze was fixed on the track. more

A farm, an idea and unique attractions have come together for 20 years of growth and success at Buffalo Pumpkin Farm in Buffalo, Iowa. Bob Kautz grew up on his family farm, which was established in 1864. He added the Pumpkin Farm attraction nearly 20 years ago. more

Drivers along old Highway 61 north of Long Grove probably look twice at the herd of cattle grazing on the hillside off to the west. more

Blackened stubble marks the final resting place of the reed canary grass clogging the ditch in front of Tom and Jackie Knapper’s Utica Ridge home. more

In this state, where it is said with pride that there are more pigs than people, there are certain people who are considered royalty when it comes to the industry that gives Iowa that distinction. more

4-H is the start of many great adventures for members, but what do you think of when you think of 4-H? more

The all-is-well-on-the-economic-front message delivered by an official from the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago Sept. 24 fell short of answering attendees’ concerns at a First Central State Bank and Ohnward Bancshares Inc. hosted summit. more

FFA welcomed women into their ranks in 1969. more

Lana Davis has been helping Scott County 4-H youth learn about animals for more than 45 years. She served as a leader for the 4-H Rabbit Club, “Ears Lookin’ at Ya!” while her children were members of 4-H. more