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Read article: Havana benefits from Illinois Rural Tourism research
Havana benefits from Illinois Rural Tourism research
Many small rural towns in Illinois are experiencing an economic downturn due to reasons beyond their control. One town,...
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Read article: New webinar series connects stakeholders to educators
New webinar series connects stakeholders to educators
In the past year, three new educators have joined the University of Illinois Extension, Fulton-Mason-Peoria-Tazewell Unit team. This new team of six...
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Read article: In her own words: Maria Cynthia (MC) Anderson
In her own words: Maria Cynthia (MC) Anderson
As an ISPP Scholar, Maria Cynthia (MC) Anderson is appointed with the Illinois Board of Higher Education. Her work is...
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Read article: In her own words: Alicia L. Ross
In her own words: Alicia L. Ross
As an ISPP Scholar, Alicia V. Ross is appointed with the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic...

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New webinar series connects stakeholders to educators
PEKIN, Ill. - In the past year, three new educators have joined the University of Illinois Extension, Fulton-Mason-Peoria-Tazewell Unit team. This new team of six worked together recently to showcase the expanded programs and knowledge base they offer locally to help make people and communities...

Staff

Laura Payne

Laura Payne

Professor, Extension Specialist, Director of the Office of Recreation & Park Resources (ORPR)
Amanda Cole

Amanda Cole

Strategy, Planning and Implementation Assistant Director