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Read article: Government Day program leads to future careers in local government
Government Day program leads to future careers in local government
Thirty years ago, a young man job-shadowed a Grundy County judge as part of University of Illinois Extension's Local Government Day. That young man...
Read article: Kane County 4-H members are ‘productive youth’ with ‘bright futures’
Kane County 4-H members are ‘productive youth’ with ‘bright futures’
Kane County 4-H members gained first-hand knowledge of the important roles local government officials play during the 22nd annual 4-H Government Day...
Read article: Illinois lawmakers applaud youth telling our 4-H story in Springfield
Illinois lawmakers applaud youth telling our 4-H story in Springfield
It's easy to tell friends and family about 4-H. Now, imagine you're a teenager and you're telling your story at the Illinois State Capitol. This...
Read article: 4-H Legislative Connection: A shared voice which leads to greater understanding
4-H Legislative Connection: A shared voice which leads to greater understanding
Since its beginning, Illinois 4-H has believed in the importance of young people being engaged, well-informed citizens. By connecting to their...

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Two young women wearing crowns and sashes hold a sign that says "Climb the Hill" while lobbying.
Illinois teen crowned national 4-H civic engagement winner
EFFINGHAM COUNTY, Ill. – An Effingham County teen has won a national 4-H award for her efforts to improve her community and help families impacted by pediatric cancer. Elizabeth Weidner, 16, of Dieterich is the winner of the 2021 ...
Local youth shadow civic leaders for Grundy County Government Day
MORRIS, Ill. – The University of Illinois Extension 4-H held their annual Government Day on Wednesday.  Over 60 middle school students and over 30 government officials converged in Morris at the administration building, courthouse, and off-site to job shadow county officials and learn more about...

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