Learn self-management skills for chronic health conditions
Ignoring a chronic condition will not make it go away, and suffering is a poor management technique. If you live with a long-term health condition, why not learn how to more effectively manage it and live an active and fulfilling life?
Although the specifics of managing each health...
Henderson County 4-H members showcase project knowledge at 2021 4-H show
Henderson County 4-H members will showcase their projects at the Henderson County 4-H Show. The 4-H show is an opportunity for youth ages 8-18 to showcase their mastery in the project areas they have studied over the course of the 2020-2021 4-H year. The Henderson County 4-H...
Free learning experience offered in a take home kit
Isn’t it fantastic to know that University of Illinois Extension provides take home kits that inspire children to learn? The kits are developed for...
Knox County 4-H Fair ends successfully
The Knox County Fairgrounds was bustling with activity as Knox County 4-H’ers from across the county were able to demonstrate their knowledge through projects.
“The 4-H fair is my favorite thing about summer,” said...
Warren County 4-H members showcase project knowledge at 2021 4-H show
Warren County 4-H members showcased their projects at the Warren County 4-H General Project Show on June 26. The 4-H show is an opportunity for youth ages 8-18 to showcase their mastery in the project areas they have studied over the course of the 2020-2021 4-H year. The Warren...
Geothermal systems bring smaller footprint to scalable, renewable energy
URBANA, Ill. – As Illinois advances towards its goal of converting all energy systems to 100% renewable energy by 2050, it recognizes that other energy sources besides solar and wind are necessary to reach the state’s future demands.
Geothermal energy could be the key to replacing...
Return to work may cause separation anxiety in furry friends
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. - As people look forward to returning to full-time work schedules or vacations away from home, four-legged friends may not have the same feeling. The return to “normalcy” will be hard for many household pets who may have gotten used to more time with their owners and experience...
Summer blooms simplify warm-season grass identification
URBANA, Ill. – Most people can identify a few different trees by their leaves or flowers in bloom, but grasses are a different story. Grasses provided food and shelter for wildlife and are key to a healthy ecosystem.
Learn to identify the wide variety of Illinois warm-season grasses in a...
Livestock judging teaches decision-making, adaptability
URBANA, Ill. – Illinois 4-H members were back in the showring for the 2021 State Livestock Judging Contest. Instead of leading animals, these young members were acting as judge, evaluating...
McDonough County 4-H Fair week comes to an end
Excitement filled the air at the McDonough County Fairgrounds this past week as McDonough County 4-H’ers from across the county were able to demonstrate their knowledge through projects.
Participants who explored...
Knox County 4-H members showcase project knowledge at 2021 4-H show
Knox County 4-H members will showcase their projects at the Knox County 4-H Show. The 4-H show is an opportunity for youth ages 8-18 to showcase their mastery in the project areas they have studied over the course of the 2020-2021 4-H year. The Knox County 4-H General Show is...