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Stephenson County 4-H Youth Demonstrate Creativity and Confidence at Public Presentations Contest
Stephenson County 4-H members recently showcased their confidence and communication skills during the Stephenson County 4-H Public Presentations Contest held Tuesday, March 10 at the University of Illinois Extension Office on the Highland Community College Campus.Nine youth from across...

Stephenson County 4-H Members Compete at Illinois State 4-H Meats Judging Contest
Several Stephenson County 4-H members recently showcased their skills at the Illinois State 4-H Meats Judging Contest held Friday, March 6, at the University of Illinois Meat Science Laboratory in Urbana.Competing in the senior division, Brogan Keltner of Pearl City earned an impressive...

Stateline Fruit and Vegetable Growers Conference Recap
Our 30th Annual Stateline Fruit and Vegetable Growers Conference was held on Monday, February 16, in Rockford. Nearly 120 growers and community college students attended this event, which focuses on timely updates for fruit and vegetable growers in Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin. We...

Yes, You Can: Freezing Your Summer Harvest
Spring is just around the corner, and before long, summer gardens will be overflowing with fresh fruits and vegetables. With a bit of planning, you can enjoy those garden-fresh flavors long after the growing season ends. Home food preservation remains a popular way to reduce food...

Focus on Your Future: Protecting Your Vision for Life
Freeport, Ill.--More than 7 million Americans are estimated to live with vision impairment, with higher rates often seen in rural communities. Interestingly, many people fear losing their vision more than losing their memory, hearing, or speech, yet they frequently delay routine...