(Le Mars) — Iowa State University Extension and Outreach celebrated 100 years of service for Plymouth County during a ceremonial program held Sunday at the Plymouth County Historical Museum. Vice President of Extension and
Outreach John Lawrence was on hand and informed the gathering how the extension services got started in Iowa and the connection with Iowa State University. Lawrence talked about the history of extension services. He then presented a plaque to the Plymouth County Extension Council commemorating the 100th anniversary. The Plymouth County Extension staff
presented a slide show that illustrated the history of Plymouth County Extension, as well as the many programs initiated by Plymouth County Extension. Lawrence says extension services have expanded, but generally it still focuses on its base programs.
Lawrence says one way that the Iowa State University Extension Services has expanded is by offering resources and research through the internet.
The Iowa State University Vice President of Extension and Outreach says Extension will focus on the needs of a community and offer services that best meet the needs of a community. He says many people only think of agriculture, home economics, and 4-H when thinking about Extension.
However, he says extension services and programs are equally important to the urban metro areas.
The exhibit featuring Plymouth County’s Extension Services will be on display for the next few weeks at the Plymouth County Historical Museum. Plymouth County Extension staff members Jodi Fisher and Jill Leners were honored with the Le Mars Area Chamber of Commerce “Employees of the Month” award.
