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September 5, 2025

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Poverty Simulation Workshops | Sterling Township

September 5, 2025

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Whiteside

Blog Posts

IL-EATS provides ‘home-cooked’ goodness for Illinois veterans at The Joseph Center

July 4, 2025

The journey home for some military veterans isn’t without its own battles. The Joseph Center...

Taking Care of Water is a Community Effort

May 22, 2025

When the Everyday Environment team first looked at water as our season two topic, we brainstormed a lot of different approaches. Unlike our first...

The groundwater guide: Where our water comes from and the challenges communities face

May 8, 2025

Do you know where your drinking water comes from? If you are like most people, the answer is no. While the City of Chicago and many of its...

Local communities gain awareness of state funding sources at Extension program

May 2, 2025

No matter the size of the community, there are always projects that need addressed. And many times, those projects are also in need of funding...

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News Releases

an open book with a neighborhood springing from the pages as if they are growing out of the book

July 7, 2025

University of Illinois Extension to Host Open House in Salem
University of Illinois Extension invites community members to an Open House on Monday, July 14, from 5-7 p.m. at their office at 1404 E Main, Rt 50 East, Salem, IL 62881. This event is an excellent opportunity for residents to learn more about the valuable resources and programs Illinois...

June 26, 2025

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...

May 15, 2025

Local communities gain awareness of state funding sources at Extension program
LEWISTOWN, Ill. - No matter the size of the community, there are always projects that need addressed. And many times, those projects are also in need of funding sources. A recent meeting facilitated by University of Illinois Extension helped community leaders connect with three state funding...

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...

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