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Logan County 4-H members attend National 4-H Congress
Ten teens from Illinois attended a five-day national conference in Atlanta, Ga. from November 29-December 3.  Delegates to National 4-H Congress included Logan County 4-H members Sophia Schneider, daughter of Jennifer Schneider and member of the Beason Ag 4-H club, and Alexander...
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Be cautious; watch for deer on roads in fall
URBANA, Ill. — While accidents can happen at any time of year, most deer-vehicle incidents occur between dusk and dawn during the months of October, November, and December. Drivers should slow down and stay alert to avoid deer-vehicle collisions this fall when traveling after dark.Not all...
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Community invited for fun and food at 4-H Fall Festival
LINCOLN, Ill. – 4-H is empowering youth and preparing them for future success, and they are inviting all local youth to join the club! Families and community members are invited to learn more about the incredible programs offered by 4-H during their annual Fall Festival, held 4-7 p.m....
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Local 4-H members earn awards at Illinois State Fair
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – 4-H members from Logan, Menard, and Sangamon counites earned special awards for their project exhibits at the 2024 Illinois State Fair. One hundred and twelve local 4-H’ers exhibited their project work alongside 4-H’ers from across the state in the Orr Building on Saturday,...
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Extraordinary Menard County 4-H volunteer honored
Menard County, Ill. - Illinois 4-H volunteers empower and prepare youth for success, with the program relying on more than 6,000 volunteers to fill key leadership and mentoring roles. Windell Milner, a 30-year volunteer in Menard County, was recently honored by Illinois 4-H for his selfless...
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Illinois Extension seeks input from local agriculture community
LINCOLN, Ill. – University of Illinois Extension in Logan, Menard, and Sangamon counties is excited to announce the launch of an online needs assessment survey aimed at gathering valuable input from the public regarding agricultural programs and educational opportunities. This initiative is part...
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Local 4-H scholarships awarded
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Local 4-H members were recently awarded scholarships in recognition of their outstanding accomplishments in 4-H, in their schools, and in their communities.The Logan County 4-H Foundation presented the Ross B. Conrady Memorial 4-H Foundation Scholarship to Sophia...
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Explore cutting-edge agricultural technology with I-FARM Learning Series
URBANA, Ill. — Identifying on-farm needs to increase efficiency, safety, practicality, and overall profitability is where ideas for adapting technology begin. From there, advancing technology for productivity and sustainability seems to be more within reach in a changing agricultural landscape....
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Explore commercial pumpkin production at Extension field day
URBANA, Ill. — As Illinois ranks number one in both pumpkin production and processing, it provides a great opportunity to bring together growers, producers, and those who love talking pumpkins.University of Illinois Extension can help kick off...
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Menard County youth share project work during 4-H shows
PETERSBURG, Ill. – 4-H members earned awards during the local 2024 4-H Shows by demonstrating the knowledge and skills they gained this year. Menard County 4-H members showed 85 live animal exhibits at the Menard County Fair and 60 general project exhibits during a show held at the Sangamon...
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Kiwanis presents awards to outstanding Logan County 4-H members
LINCOLN, Ill. – The Lincoln Kiwanis Club recently presented awards to outstanding Logan County 4-H members who completed their 4-H Records.The following individuals were chosen as outstanding 4-H members from their clubs:Sophia Schneider – Beason Ag 4-H ClubCameron...
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4-H members earn awards at county shows
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – 4-H members earned awards during the local 2024 4-H Shows by demonstrating knowledge and skills they gained this year. Sangamon County 4-H members showed 207 live animal exhibits, and members from Sangamon and Menard counties showed 271 general project exhibits during shows...