Community Development

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Unit Council Meeting

May 15, 2025

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Alexander

Johnson

Massac

Pulaski

Union

Poverty Simulation Workshops | Sterling Township

September 5, 2025

County

Whiteside

Blog Posts

Digital Navigator provided professional development for Master Gardeners and Master Naturalists

March 24, 2025

Video conferencing may have seen a burst of use during recent years, but its popularity hasn’t waned much. Today, educational, social, and...

Extension facilitates talks to address unhoused issues in Pekin

November 19, 2024

Homelessness is an increasing societal issue in every community in America today. Pekin is no exception to it either. The ...

In her own words: ISPP Scholar Marissa Leal

October 28, 2024

As an ISPP Scholar, Marissa Leal is appointed with the Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus Foundation . Her work is significant as she...

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New webinar series launched for small business owners

May 13, 2024

Small businesses form the backbone of Illinois’ economy, especially in smaller cities and rural areas. With this in mind, a team from...

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News Releases

April 16, 2025

University of Illinois invites the community to Extension Day at the Douglass Community Center and Annex
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – University of Illinois Extension and the Champaign Park District are teaming up once again for Extension Day, a free, family-friendly event designed to connect residents with valuable local resources and celebrate community. This year’s event will be held at the Douglass...

March 28, 2025

Digital Navigator provided professional development for Master Gardeners and Master Naturalists
PEORIA, Ill. - Video conferencing may have seen a burst of use during recent years, but its popularity hasn’t waned much. Today, educational, social, and professional opportunities frequently rely on video conferencing software like Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Google Meets. Local University of...

December 17, 2024

Extension facilitates talks to address unhoused issues in Pekin
PEKIN, Ill - Homelessness is an increasing societal issue in every community in America today. Pekin is no exception to it either. The Pekin Downtown Main Street Merchants Association reached out to University of Illinois Extension for...

December 13, 2024

Connections across Extension programs lead to lasting impact
URBANA, Ill. — Establishing connections is essential for the expansion of Illinois Extension. Interdisciplinary work shows how collaboration across programs brings valuable knowledge to new audiences and builds lasting relationships. From teams that improve food access and eliminate food deserts...

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