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Hunters Feeding Illinois returns
URBANA, Ill. — Hunters Feeding Illinois returns for its fourth season, in partnership with Feeding Illinois, Access Illinois Outdoors, ...
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Celebrate food safety month by exploring Extension resources
URBANA, Ill. — September marks National Food Safety Education Month, a time to raise awareness about the importance of safe food handling practices across all food system sectors, from farm to table. Whether people grow, process, sell, donate, or consume food, everyone has a role in reducing...
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AJMPU 4-H animal shows highlights youth dedication and skill
AJMPU REGION − From the clatter of hooves to the rustle of feathers, the 2025 AJMPU 4-H Animal Shows brought barns to life with excitement, learning, and community spirit. Youth across Alexander, Johnson, Massac, Pulaski, and Union counties proudly exhibited their animals in...
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Illinois Junior Chefs inspire youth across southern Illinois
ANNA, Ill. – Dozens of southern Illinois youth took to the kitchen this summer through Illinois Junior Chefs, a hands-on cooking and nutrition education program offered by University of Illinois Extension SNAP-Ed. Held across Alexander, Johnson, Massac, Pulaski, and...

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