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New study reinforces the need for year-round tick awareness in Illinois
URBANA, Ill — A new study has reported a “dramatic growth” in the number of human cases of tick-borne disease between 2004 and 2022. The University of Illinois study also found that tick-borne diseases were reported in every month of the year and in every Illinois county, underscoring the...
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Defining the modern ‘land-grant mission’ at ACES
The College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign often cites its land-grant legacy, but the land-grant university system is not a well-known...
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Tick concerns are growing: What Illinois residents need to know
URBANA, Ill. — For some residents, a walk through a park or an afternoon in the backyard brings a new level of anxiety thanks to growing concerns about ticks and the diseases they carry. This fear can lead people to limit outdoor activity out of concern that they may be bitten. As reports of...
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Illinois 4-H youth showcase creativity, confidence at State Fashion Revue
NORMAL, Ill. — Illinois 4-H members from across the state showcased their creativity, craftsmanship, and personal style during the Illinois 4-H State Fashion Revue on June 6 at Heartland Community College.The event featured youth ages 8 to 18 competing in junior and senior divisions...
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How farmers respond to climate-related risk
URBANA, Ill. — As climate change increases the frequency of drought, excessive rainfall, and other extreme weather events, farmers face growing uncertainty about crop production. Understanding how farmers perceive and respond to that uncertainty can help improve agricultural...
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Step into Summer with a Community Walks Series
CHAMPAIGN, Ill – Connect with your community and nature with Illinois Extension’s recurring Walk & Talks series. This year’s series will take place on Tuesdays in June from 2 P.M. to 3 P.M. at various locations in Champaign-Urbana. Each session includes a brief wellness activity or lesson,...
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Illinois Extension Expands Certified Food Protection Manager Training
CHAMPAIGN, Ill – Level up your kitchen safety skills with a certified food safety training course from University of Illinois Extension. The University of Illinois Extension is offering three opportunities to take the one-day Certified Food Protection Manager Course. This training will be...
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Blooming Success for Local Hygiene Drive
CHAMPAIGN, Ill – Spring has bloomed with community support at the Illinois Extension office in Champaign for the local Hygiene Drive. For the month of April, the Champaign County Extension office held a hygiene product donation drive in support of the CLU-W Hygiene Pantry of Champaign County....
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Illinois Extension to Host Diabetes Support Series
DANVILLE, Ill – Make healthy connections and feel supported with this upcoming series, Diabetes Support Group. In partnership with OSF Healthcare, join Illinois Extension for a monthly diabetes support group designed for individuals living with diabetes and their caregivers at the Danville...