Tax Preparation Resources & Information

UW-Extension provides up-to-date information on eligibility and benefits, as well as links to tax forms, outreach materials, and more. Visit:  https://fyi.extension.wisc.edu/eitc/   Taxpayers can get free help determining their eligibility and claiming the Earned Income Credit (EIC) in Wisconsin at a Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) or Tax Credit for the Elderly (TCE) site that provides service to […]

Keeping Routine Important for Preschoolers

  Routines are actions and events that are repeated at regular intervals.  A routine can help your child feel safe and secure.  Preschools and child care centers have long understood the importance and value of routines.  At home familiar routines also mean the difference between a chaotic or calm house.  For more information on the […]

Family Meetings Help Strengthen Families

Family meetings can be used to strengthen your family and help maker your children more cooperative and competent.  Family meetings have the potential to increase: family unity, family cooperation & decrease family conflict, love & mutual respect, and family organization & decrease last minute crises. For more information on holding a family meeting, go to […]

Referee a Safe Football Tailgate Party

When it comes to football, defense matters. When it comes to planning a tailgate party, a good defense against foodborne illness matters even more.  This year, USDA Undre Secretary for Food Safety, Dr. Elisabeth Hagen is urging fans to follow the food safety play book at their tailgate parties. Click here to view entire article.

USDA Revises Recommended Cooking Temperature for Whole Cuts of Meat

USDA Revises Recommended Cooking Temperature for All Whole Cuts of Meat, Including Pork, to 145 °F Cooking temperature for ground pork, beef, veal and lamb remains at 160°. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is updating its recommendation for safely cooking pork, steaks, roasts, and chops. USDA recommends cooking all whole cuts of meat to […]

Managing Personal Finances In Tough Times

Resources from University of  Wisconsin Cooperative Extension The following website has been developed to assist individuals and families experiencing a change in their personal financial situation.  The resources shared have been designed to help people make sound financial choices in tough times.  All materials are free for personal use. The website  can be accessed at:   https://fyi.extension.wisc.edu/toughtimes/   […]

New Financial Reform Law

What will the new Financial Reform Law mean for consumers? Listen to a podcast by J. Michael Collins, Family & Consumer Economics Specialist, with the University of Wisconsin-Extension, answer questions about the new law.  To learn more about how the new law will affect consumers, visit:  www.MyMoney.gov.

FoodShare Wisconsin

FoodShare Wisconsin was created to help stop hunger and to improve nutrition and health. FoodShare helps people with limited money buy the food they need for good healt

Support Extension