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Announcements and Highlights

8 Dimensions of Wellness Series – Wed Jan 7, 14, 21, 28

Coming Wednesdays in January, a perfect way to kick off the new year and thrive in every area of your life. Each week, explore two dimensions through interactive sessions, hands-on activities, and thoughtful discussions led by Illinois Extension educators and local experts. Get practical tools and inspiration to support your health journey.

Branching Out: A Botanical Workshop Series

Hands-on monthly workshops with Horticulture Educator Emily Swhihart and coordinator Tracy Jo Mulliken. Create floral arrangements, propagate houseplants, and start seeds—while taking home your projects.

A day of gardening inspiration and learning

Grow your horticultural knowledge at Nursery School: Lesson in Gardening on Saturday, February 21. Join University of Illinois Extension educators, local experts, and Master Gardeners for a full day of inspiration, practical workshops, and community connection. Whether you’re new to gardening or have years of experience, you’ll discover fresh ideas, practical tips, and expert strategies to enrich your gardening journey.

Events

Bats and Forest Habitat

February 4, 2026

Forming an LLC

February 10, 2026

Changing Climate and Historic Pests

February 10, 2026

What's in My Food? Decoding Chemicals and Safety

February 10, 2026

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News Releases

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February 3, 2026

Illinois Extension Crop Management Conference equips agriculturalists for upcoming growing season
URBANA, Ill. — How individuals strategize their next farming season can differ from one farmer, landowner, producer, or industry professional to the next. University of Illinois Extension’s online-only Crop...

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January 29, 2026

Embrace nature’s snowy season with Illinois Extension Four Seasons winter webinars
URBANA, Ill. — With a bit of creativity and planning, winter activities can still include nature. Stay indoors and out of the cold with new webinars from University of Illinois Extension’s...

January 26, 2026

Tri-State Forest Stewardship Conference returns to support Midwest landowners
URBANA, Ill. — The Tri-State Forest Stewardship Conference, one of the largest gatherings for forest landowners in the Midwest, returns this spring. For more than 25 years, the conference has provided resources to forest landowners in the Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin area to better manage their...

January 16, 2026

Illinois researchers untangle drivers of nitrogen loss in the Upper Mississippi River Basin
Scientists at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign can now differentiate between human-derived and hydrological contributions of riverine nitrogen pollution in the Upper Mississippi River Basin. The advancement, published in...

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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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