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November 9, 2026

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What I Wish I had Known Before Starting My Business - Part 1

June 30, 2026

Starting a business is often glamorized. You picture creative freedom, financial independence, and the pride of building something from the ground up...

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Real Colors training provides insights into how to work together more effectively for both youth and adults

February 14, 2024

Blue, green, gold, and orange represent more than just colors in the crayon box. In the Real Colors temperament program they signify distinct...

Extension helps train community development professionals through national organization

February 14, 2024

The hallmark of any Extension program is the information shared be research-based and communicated in a manner that helps to drive change in a...

Oscar Villa, urban beekeeper, approaches his hives along the Metra tracks

Urban beekeeper's planned expansion pays off during pandemic

July 30, 2021

Approaching the hives along the Metra tracks on Chicago’s south side the smell of grass smoke intensifies as Oscar Villa, beekeeper and owner of...

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News Releases

September 11, 2026

Business owners offered free program to improve their long-term business health
PEORIA, Ill. - People, Profit, and Performance is a class on how small business owners can begin succession planning for their business. Thanks to a local partnership, the class is being offered to local business owners for free on Tuesday, September 22, 2026.The class is 90 minutes of...

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February 26, 2026

Illinois Extension supports rural communities with a business transition plans series
URBANA, Ill. — Across the United States, many small-business owners are approaching retirement without a clear plan for what comes next. Although these entrepreneurs have spent decades building companies that support local jobs and services, many are unaware of succession options beyond...

March 9, 2026

Celebrate Dementia Friendly Community Recognition in Urbana
URBANA, Ill – What does it mean to be a Dementia Friendly community? Learn all about it at the upcoming Dementia Friendly Champaign-Urbana Kick-Off event!  Join representatives from Illinois Extension and other local organizations for the Dementia Friendly Champaign-Urbana Kickoff. This...

January 27, 2026

Small Businesses can gain valuable lessons at OSHA Basics 101 workshop
PEKIN, Ill. – Small business owners take on a lot of different roles and responsibilities. It can become overwhelming at times to manage it all. The safety and well-being of their employees is an essential aspect of any business owner. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration...

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