Shake off the winter blues with the Master Gardeners at Garden Day 2025
DANVILLE, Ill. — Is the frozen landscape making you daydream about spring flowers and bountiful harvests? It’s time to shake off those winter blues with Illinois Extension and Danville Area Community College!...

Illinois Extension Offers Support for Caregivers with new Program
ST. JOSEPH, Ill. – Caregivers play a vital role in our communities but often neglect their own needs while caring for loved ones. To address this, Illinois Extension is hosting two workshops in St. Joseph to equip caregivers with essential self-care strategies.“Don’t Go It Alone” will...

What to know about avian flu in wild birds, poultry, and pets in Illinois
URBANA, Ill. — The nationwide spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza, HPAI, also known as avian or bird flu, has many in Illinois concerned about livestock, pets, wildlife, food safety, and public health.HPAI is an extremely contagious and frequently deadly respiratory disease for...

Connect with health information experts in the Springtime Science series
URBANA, Ill. — While technology has revolutionized access to health information, the proliferation of inaccurate and potentially dangerous content online presents a significant public health challenge. It is essential to develop collaborative models that bring together researchers, educators,...

Illinois Extension and local libraries partner for Lessons at the Library
RANTOUL AND CISSNA PARK, Ill – University of Illinois Extension is excited to bring its popular Lessons for Living series back to local libraries with an all-new lineup of free, in-person sessions designed to help individuals navigate life’s challenges with practical...