Christmas tree hitchhikers
URBANA, Ill. – If you have ever purchased or harvested a living or cut Christmas tree, you may have inadvertently brought in some overwintering pests.
Luckily, any concerns about these pests are unwarranted. “Yes, it is true that Christmas trees can harbor dormant pests that become...
Game Plan for a Healthier Holiday Season
Americans gain one to two pounds between the Thanksgiving feast and the New Year’s countdown. Having a simple, smart game plan this holiday season can help you avoid this annual obstacle and set up a positive start to 2020.
“The best approach for the holidays is to aim for weight...
Extension educator is national 4-H winner
Amy Henschen earned the National Association of Extension 4-H Agents (NAE4HA) national communicator award for the news story division and honored at the group's annual meeting in White Sulfur Springs, W.V.
Henschen began working as an Extension Educator for University of Illinois in July...
Farm Bureau salutes outstanding 4-H members
The Youth Education Committee of the Illinois Farm Bureau and its affiliates awarded 10 Illinois 4-H members with its Leadership, Citizenship, and Professionalism Award at a ceremony held Saturday, Oct. 5 in Champaign. In addition to the award, the winners participate in an elite leadership...
Key Award celebrates youth service and mentoring
The Illinois 4-H Key Award recognizes youth leaders who mentor and serve their community. Eight 4-H teens were honored as award recipients at a ceremony Oct. 5 in Champaign. The award is sponsored by the H. Richard and Sarah F. McFarland Endowed 4-H Youth Leadership and Character Development...
Oker honored for work in veterinary science
A Kendall County 4-H member recently claimed the top award for her work in the veterinary science project area. Lydia Oker was presented a $200 cash prize during...
These members are experiencing all 4-H offers
Illinois 4-H challenges youth to try new things, experiment in project areas that interest them, and explore opportunities around the state and country. The 4-H Experience Award recognizes youth who excel in that challenge.
“We celebrate youth whose 4-H experiences have expanded outside...
Kendall County Master Gardeners on Track for 2,000 Service Hours in 2019
YORKVILLE, Ill. – University of Illinois Extension celebrated its Kendall County Master Gardeners with an awards and appreciation night in October. The dedicated volunteer group has already completed 1,937 hours of service for 2019.
“Each year, our Master Gardeners volunteer throughout...
Kane County Master Gardeners on Track for 4,000 Service Hours in 2019
ST. CHARLES, Ill. – University of Illinois Extension celebrated its Kane County Master Gardeners with an awards and appreciation night in October. The dedicated volunteer group has already completed 3,931 hours of service for 2019.
“Annually, our Master Gardeners volunteer thousands of...
Local Government Education Webinar (Nov 14) Minimum Wage in Illinois
URBANA, Ill. – Under new legislation, Illinois' minimum wage is set to increase from $8.25 per hour up to $10 by July 1, 2020. Learn about the policy implications of this increase with the Illinois Extension Local Government Education fall webinar Raising the Minimum Wage in...
Nuger honored for 4-H STEM programming
The expansion of youth science programming in northern Illinois has earned an Illinois Extension 4-H youth educator national recognition. Donna Nuger receives the National Association of Extension 4-H Agents Distinguished Service Award and will be honored at a ceremony Nov. 7 at the group’s...
Extension Educator Offers Tips for National Eat Better, Eat Together Month
National Eat Better, Eat Together Month during October encourages families to gather for mealtimes.
“Eating meals together as a family can help you make more balanced food choices,” said University of Illinois Extension Educator Nayaab Sattar with SNAP-Education. “It’s also a great way...
Counting for Dollars: Census 2020 Free Local Government Education Webinar
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University of Illinois Extension will host a free webinar to educate the public on how to ensure an accurate count for the upcoming decennial census, an issue on which billions of dollars of federal funding for everyday government expenditures is hinged.
The...
Local 4-H Program Invites Youth to Check out 4-H
4-H members in DuPage, Kane and Kendall counties will join the 6 million youth across the country in celebrating National 4-H Week Oct. 6-12. 4-H youth development programs provide hands-on learning activities for youth in Illinois and throughout the country. 4-H youth programs...
Extension Offers Free Program about Saving Money on Food Costs
Registration open for Oct. 23 class in three area University of Illinois Extension offices
At the end of a long day, do you go home knowing you’re all set to prepare a tasty, healthy dinner, or do you pick up food at the most convenient spot? Are you happy with the amount of money you...
Feuerborn and Heidrich Named to Illinois 4-H Hall of Fame
The Illinois 4-H Foundation annually recognizes 4-H volunteers for exemplary service with the 4-H Hall of Fame. The 2019 class includes 80 new inductees, including Jim Feuerborn of Campton Hills and Tina Heidrich of Oswego. All were honored during a celebration Tuesday, Aug. 13 at the Illinois...
Get to Know 4-H this October with Free Family-Friendly Events
University of Illinois Extension will host several free events in October for local families to learn about 4-H in DuPage, Kane and Kendall Counties.
“4-H Youth Development programs provide ways for youth to belong to a community, give back, learn things they're interested in, and...
