News Releases

University of Illinois Extension offices temporarily closed starting March 16 as per COVID-19 recommendations
(MILAN, Ill.) University of Illinois Extension’s unit offices serving Henry, Mercer, Rock Island and Stark Counties are temporarily closing, effective Monday, March 16, 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic in order to adhere to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines on social...

University of Illinois Extension is cancelling or postponing many events amid COVID-19 Pandemic
(MILAN, Ill.) As per University of Illinois policy, University of Illinois Extension, serving Henry, Mercer, Rock Island and Stark Counties is postponing or cancelling programs and events with more than 50 attendees and whose primary audience is senior citizens, effective Friday, March 13, 2020...

Juntos/Together College and Career Readiness 5-Week Series for Latino Teens and Families Starts March 31 in Moline, IL
(MOLINE, Ill.) University of Illinois Extension invites Latino teens in middle and high school and their families to attend Juntos/Together - a 5 week series to help them prepare for college and future careers. The program aims to make education a family goal for Latino youth by encouraging and...

Juntos / Together 4-H – Preparación Universitaria y Profesional, Serie de 5 semanas para Adolescentes y Familias Latinas Comienza el 31 de marzo en Moline, IL
(MOLINE, Ill.) La Extensión de la Universidad de Illinois invita a los adolescentes latinos de la escuela secundaria y preparatoria y a sus familias a asistir a Juntos / Together 4-H –  una serie de 5 semanas para ayudarlos a prepararse para la universidad y las carreras futuras. El...

Illinois Extension CED and DCEO offer webinars to help communities access funding for broadband infrastructure
On Thursday, February 13, at Noon CST, Illinois Extension will host Matt Schmit, Deputy Director for Broadband, Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, Illinois Office of Broadband, for the first of three webinars, ...

Entries Sought for Fast Pitch Contest on May 12 to Help Turn Business Ideas into Reality
(GALESBURG, IL.) When it comes to creating jobs in our region, a team of local economic development leaders are hoping that once again, the Six County Fast Pitch Competition will do just that. Now in its 6th year, the contest gives entrepreneurs a chance to win cash and prizes that will...

Leap into Learning at the 23rd Annual Nursery School: Lessons in Gardening Feb 29 in East Moline, IL
(MOLINE, IL) Get inspired and cultivate your knowledge at the 23rd annual Nursery School: Lessons in Gardening, the Quad Cities’ premiere horticulture symposium! This year it will take place on Leap Day, Saturday February 29 from 8 am - 3 pm at a new location—the...

Registration open for Illinois Extension’s Local Government Education Webinars: State Legislative Update (Jan 23) & Federal Legislative Update (Jan 30)
University of Illinois Extension’s Local Government Education program will be offering two webinars on legislative updates to brief government officials on any changes that may impact local and state governmental operations in 2020. There is no fee to attend. Register online at:...

Industrial hemp summit to take place in January
University of Illinois Extension in partnership with American Hemp Research will be hosting an Industrial Hemp Processing Summit in Roseville, Illinois.  Join Extension Educator, Phillip Alberti as he kicks off the summit with a 2019 review of industrial hemp in Illinois. Midwest...

Registration open for University of Illinois Extension “Prevent T2” – a Proven Diabetes Prevention Program
Information Meeting is January 27, 5-6 pm at Rock Island County Extension, Milan, IL Are you willing to invest just 22 weeks to prevent type 2 diabetes? University of Illinois Extension in Milan, Ill has an opportunity for individuals with prediabetes to enroll in a...

University of Illinois Extension announces Four Seasons of Gardening Winter Webinar Series Dates and Topics
The Four Seasons Gardening Webinar Series is one of the most popular horticulture programs offered by the Illinois Extension Horticulture Team. Each season, the team hosts three live webinars participants can take from their own computers delivered via Zoom. The programs are free, but...

Become a University of Illinois Extension Master Gardener in 2020 - Training Starts January 24 in Milan, IL
Share your passion for the environment as a University of Illinois Extension Master Gardener with in-person training starting in January. In-person Master Gardener Training will be held at Rock Island County Extension in Milan, IL.  Horticulture educators from University of Illinois...

MidWinter Horticulture Workshop is set for January 25
Local and regional specialists cover a variety of environmental topics at this year's Mid-Winter Horticulture Workshop presented by University of Illinois Extension & the Master Gardeners from Henry, Mercer, Rock Island and Stark Counties. The public is invited to join them on Saturday,...

Private PSEP Applicator Testing Dates Announced
Farmer’s wishing to apply restricted-use pesticides to property that they own or control in the production of an agricultural commodity must be certified as private applicators in the state of Illinois. University of Illinois Extension will be offering test-only sessions. They are...

Five Local 4-H Members Recognized with State and National Awards
“University of Illinois Extension serving Henry, Mercer, Rock Island and Stark Counties is pleased to announce several awards that were recently received by 4-H members in our unit.” said county director Jenny Garner “4-H helps build citizenship, leadership and life skills in our members and...

"Business Bullpen" Small Business Success event November 7, Galesburg, IL
University of Illinois Extension, in partnership with the Six County Entrepreneurial Support Network invites you to this after-hours networking event on Thursday, November 7th at the Cedar Creek Hall in Galesburg, Illinois.  Reservations are $10 and can be made through...

Brain Health & Aging Resources from Illinois Extension
Materials from Illinois Extension's Brain Health & Aging workshop are available University of Illinois Extension held a workshop on Brain Health & Aging: Strengthening the Brain Through Learning in October. It was done in partnership with the Interdisciplinary...

Illinois Extension has Resources to help with Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategies
University of Illinois Extension has a variety of educational resources and podcasts to help Illinois farmers, landowners and farm operators implement best management practices to reduce agricultural nutrient losses into watersheds. The Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategy (NLRS) aims to...

Five Area Master Gardeners receive Outstanding Master Gardener award at the Illinois State Master Gardener Conference
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Mercer County Extension Ribbon Cutting & Open House Oct 22
The public is invited to attend a ribbon cutting and open house on Tuesday, October 22nd for the newly relocated Mercer County Extension office located at 910 13th Street, Viola, IL. It will start with a ribbon cutting at 11 a.m. featuring special guests Illinois House...