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Read article: Illinois 4-H Alumni Recognition Program honors Mason County volunteer Barb Knake
Illinois 4-H Alumni Recognition Program honors Mason County volunteer Barb Knake
Honored with the Illinois 4-H Alumni Award, Mason County...
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Read article: Illinois 4-H wants alums to know: you can always come home to 4-H
Illinois 4-H wants alums to know: you can always come home to 4-H
Each year, 4-H members across the nation celebrate National 4-H Week, joining 6 million other 4-H members of the country’s premiere youth development...
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Read article: 4-H alumni give back as volunteers
4-H alumni give back as volunteers
Once a 4-Her, always a 4-Her. According to the Illinois 4-H Alumni Association, 25...
Read article: When the why is as special as the what
When the why is as special as the what
They do it because someone did it for them. They do it because their parents modeled the behavior and created a mindset in them that helping others...

News Releases

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Winnebago County 4-H Foundation Celebrates 50 Years
On June 12, 2024, the Winnebago County 4-H and Extension Foundation celebrated their 50th anniversary. That is 50 years of partnership providing financial support for Winnebago County 4-H and other University of Illinois Extension programs in the county!The Foundation will continue the...
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Abbie Phillips hired as new Tazewell 4-H coordinator
PEKIN, Ill. - There aren’t many careers that allow for people to use their swine showing skills, equestrian experience, and enjoyment of crocheting and growing houseplants all in the same role. Thankfully, Abbie Philips has found the perfect career for her with the Tazewell 4-H program. ...

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