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Healthy Holiday Habits: Stay Well, Feel Connected This Season

 Join us as we share practical tips and strategies to help you navigate the holiday season, make healthier food choices, manage stress, prioritize self-care, build meaningful connections, and stay on track with your wellness goals, all while still enjoying the season.

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Certified Food Protection Management Course

This two-part class is an accredited American National Standards Institute (ANSI) course that meets the Illinois Department of Public Health’s Food Service Sanitation Code requirements.

For more information or to find the local offerings of this course, click here.

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Fruit Tree Pruning Fundamentals Workshop

Join one of our Saturday fruit tree pruning workshops and discover the essential skills that separate thriving orchards from struggling trees. This class will teach you the science and artistry behind proper pruning, empowering you to maximize your harvest while maintaining healthy, beautiful trees for years to come.

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Earn Your Certified Food Protection Manager Credential
FREEPORT, Ill. — Are you currently working in the food industry or hoping to start a career in food service? Take the next step by becoming a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM)—a credential required by the Illinois Department of Public Health for managers...
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Stephenson County 4-H Members Compete Successfully at State 4-H Dog Show
Five youth from Stephenson County 4-H represented their county at the Illinois State 4-H Dog Show held Saturday, October 4, in Bloomington, Illinois. A total of 66 4-H members from across the state competed after earning qualifying scores at their respective county dog shows. Stephenson County 4...
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Fruit Tree Pruning Fundamentals
Freeport, Ill--Join us for the Fruit Tree Pruning Fundamentals workshop to discover the essential skills that separate thriving orchards from struggling trees. This class will teach you the science and artistry behind proper pruning, empowering you to maximize your harvest while...
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Stephenson County 4-H to Host Information Night October 20
Youth and families interested in exploring all that 4-H has to offer are invited to attend the Stephenson County 4-H Information Night on Monday, October 20, at 6 p.m. at the University of Illinois Extension Office, South Lobby of Building R, Highland Community College, 2998 W. Pearl City Road,...
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Last Chance to Register: Become a Certified Food Protection Manager
ROCKFORD, Ill. Whether dining out for a special occasion or grabbing a quick meal on the go, people expect food that is not only high-quality but also safe. This expectation often guides where and what they choose to eat. In response, restaurants are responsible for upholding strict food safety...

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