Learn how to tell which grass is which
URBANA, Ill. – When looking at green blades of grass, it can be difficult to tell the difference between species. Identifying grasses does not have to be tricky with help from University of Illinois Extension. This fall, join Energy and Environment Energy and Environment Educator...
The Story behind Virtual 4-H by Ava Anderson
The Story Behind Virtual 4-H
In 4-H, kids roll up their sleeves and do with their hands. Their experiences grow the curiosity they need for life and career. 4-H is America’s largest youth development program-empowering nearly six million young people with...
Hall of Fame
4-H Hall of Fame volunteers announced, honored at virtual ceremony
An Edwards County 4-H volunteer has been selected to receive the Illinois 4-H Foundation Hall of Fame Award for his service to the Extension youth development program. Don St. Ledger has a long history...
4-H webinar aims to help children stay safe while home alone
PEKIN, Ill. - This year, the virtual and hybrid learning models adopted by many schools may cause some students to stay home alone while their parents go back to work. “Staying Safe at Home” is a new, virtual program offered by University...
Get the most from your energy budget
URBANA, Ill. – Understanding how electric utilities work and the services available can help residents and governments invest resources wisely and save money. In a series of energy policy webinars, University of Illinois...
University of Illinois Extension offers Canner Testing at Edwards County
Can Foods Safely this Summer with Free Test from Extension
Albion, IL. - To ensure safety in the home canning process, pressure canner dial gauges should be tested once per year. This canning season, University of Illinois Extension is offering free...
Ava Anderson from Edwards Co. Selected for State Food Advocacy Team
LOCAL 4-H YOUTH LEADER SELECTED FOR THE ILLINOIS FOOD ADVOCACY TEAM
The Illinois 4-H State Office has recently announced their selection of twenty youth leaders from around the state of Illinois to serve on a newly...
Controlling crab grass can be a summer-long task
URBANA, Ill. – Recent rains have caused a common spring-time foe, crabgrass, to reappear. Crabgrass is often thought of as a spring-emerging weed, but with enough moisture, crabgrass can germinate any time in the growing season, challenging homeowners.
“Crabgrass is an abundant seed...
Virtual and in-person tours available for annual pumpkin field day
URBANA, Ill. – From jack-o’-lanterns to gourds, University of Illinois Extension has research updates on all things pumpkin.
Since 2014, Illinois Extension staff conduct agricultural field trials regularly to compare yields of different pumpkin varieties grown under realistic conditions...
Face your older years with health, happiness, confidence
URBANA, Ill. – Age may just be a number, but 2020 is putting that statement to the test. University of Illinois Extension educators offer suggestions for handling the physical and emotional challenges of aging, especially in light of the current health challenges.
“Now more than...
Edwards County 2020 Beef and Swine Results
Edwards County 4-H Bucket Calf & Beef Show Results
The Bucket Calf and Beef Shows have been judged. A total of eight Edwards County
4-H members showed in various classes. ...
Color your garden with a rainbow of vegetables
URBANA, Ill. - Color is one of the aspects of design that leads to the beautiful garden, but sometimes vegetable gardens lack a variety of hues.
"Thumbing through garden catalogs, you can now find a variety of colorful cultivars," says...
Edwards County 2020 Virtual Dog, Small Animal, Horse, Sheep, and Goat Results
Edwards County 4-H Dog Show Results
The Edwards County 4-H Dog Show was completed with 2 participants in the Dog Care class. Kaylie Vallette and Adelynn McCaleb were both awarded blue ribbons.
Edwards County 4...