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Illinois Ag Mental Health Voucher Program

Illinois Agricultural Mental Health Voucher Program is available to agricultural producers and their families.
Illinois Food Handler Training

Online Training Now Available

Illinois Food Handler training for non restaurant groups is self-paced and available online.
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Cradle to Table

Babies don't come with a manual. How do you know what and when to feed your baby?
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Free Pressure Canner Testing

To ensure safety in the home canning process, especially for those just getting started canning or who are using an older canner, pressure canner lid gauges should be tested annually.
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New family resource helps tackle digital challenges at home
URBANA, Ill. — The advent of smartphones, social media platforms, streaming video sites, and numerous other technological advancements has led to unprecedented changes throughout society, including changes in daily life at home. This rapid change has raised multiple questions and concerns among...
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Discover practical tools for a healthy, inspiring life
URBANA, Ill. — As people age, they face various challenges affecting their cognitive abilities, social participation, and overall health. Addressing these issues requires a holistic approach that includes healthcare, social support, and financial planning to ensure a dignified and...
Three local 4-H members place in top ten at State Livestock Skillathon
DECATUR, Ill. — Nine 4-H members from DeWitt, Macon, and Piatt counties showcased their livestock knowledge at the 2025 State Livestock 4-H Skillathon Contest on Nov. 8 at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Stock Pavilion. Three participants finished in the top ten in their respective...

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