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January 7, 2026

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Illinois State Legislative Update

January 7, 2026

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January 13, 2026

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Spark After School: Wayne City

January 14, 2026

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January 6, 2026

Strengthen livestock facility management through 2026 Certified Livestock Manager Training
URBANA, Ill. — Livestock operations are strengthened by having certified individuals on staff. Certification helps minimize environmental impacts through increased awareness of regulations and proper manure nutrient management. Anyone responsible for managing a facility can benefit from...

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January 5, 2026

Southeastern Agronomy Summit provides knowledge for on-farm success
Fairfield, Ill. – Discover how research-based information is shaping the future of agriculture at the Illinois Extension Agronomy Summit, hosted at Cumberland Presbyterian Church located at 1700 Outer W. Delaware St., Fairfield, IL 62837...

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December 18, 2025

Richland County 4-H seeking donations for community service project
Olney, Ill. – Richland County 4-H is striving to make the winter months a bit cozier. Now through mid-January, Richland County 4-H clubs and members are seeking the community’s support in gathering donations of personal care items and winter clothing for their Clean and Cozy New Year SWAN Drive...

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December 9, 2025

Tree care expertise grows through Illinois Extension webinar series
URBANA, Ill. — Tree care isn't always led just by certified arborists, so University of Illinois Extension is ensuring that everyone has access to research-backed information on practicing proper tree care. “Trees are more than scenery,...

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December 9, 2025

Extension advances mission of lifelong learning at annual conference
URBANA, Ill. — Across the state, University of Illinois Extension staff link their communities with resources they need to thrive by turning science into solutions. Demonstrating Extension’s mission of life-...

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