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May 5, 2026

Illinois Extension staff spotlight: Brooke Katcher
BOURBONNAIS, Ill. — Each month University of Illinois Extension serving Grundy, Kankakee, and Will counties sits down with an Extension staff member to discuss their work and impact in the community.This month's spotlight features...

May 4, 2026

Grundy County youth earn top honors at Illinois 4-H State Public Speaking Contest
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Youth from across the state demonstrated confidence, creativity, and communication skills during the University of Illinois Extension 4-H State Public Speaking Contest held April 25 at Parkland College in Champaign, including two...

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May 4, 2026

Three local 4-H members earn state scholarships for excellence and leadership
URBANA, Ill. — The career achievements of University of Illinois Extension 4-H members are being celebrated with $67,500 in scholarships awarded by the Illinois 4-H Foundation. Three local youth from Manhattan, Grant Park, and Orland Park, respectively, were recognized as statewide winners of...

Youth Leadership Team members pose in front of leaf balloons.

May 4, 2026

Illinois 4-H Junior Leadership Conference builds confidence, leadership skills in young teens
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Nearly 90 seventh and eighth-grade youth learned ways to improve their leadership skills at the 2026 4-H Junior Leadership Conference (JLC) held March 7-8 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Springfield. This event is planned and hosted by the Illinois 4-H Youth Leadership Team....

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May 1, 2026

Livestock contest participation grows 38% as youth sharpen decision-making, communication, and leadership skills
URBANA, Ill. — Illinois 4-H members demonstrated their livestock evaluation skills during the 2026 State Livestock Judging Contest held April 27 on the University of Illinois campus. A total of 250 youth participated in the event, representing a 38% increase in participation...

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