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Water trees wisely to beat winter woes
URBANA, Ill. — As autumn colors emerge, it may seem that trees are preparing for rest. However, when fall brings dry conditions instead of seasonal rains, trees can enter winter under stress. Fall droughts can be subtle but have lasting impacts. With timely care, trees can weather dry spells and...
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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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Edwards, Lawrence, Richland, Wabash and Wayne Counties

Lawrence County
10722 Cherry Blvd. 
Lawrenceville, IL 62439
Phone: 618-943-5018
Email: uie-elrww@illinois.edu

Edwards County
7 N 5th
Albion, IL 62806
Phone: 618-445-2934

Richland County
306 South Fair Street
Olney, IL 62450-2236
Phone: 618-395-2191

Wabash County
738 N. Market
Mt. Carmel, IL 62863
Phone: 618-262-5725

Wayne County
#2B Frontier Dr
Fairfield, IL 62837
Phone: 618-842-3702