Blog Posts

Read article: Taking Care of Water is a Community Effort
Taking Care of Water is a Community Effort
When the Everyday Environment team first looked at water as our season two topic, we brainstormed a lot of different approaches. Unlike our first...
Read article: The groundwater guide: Where our water comes from and the challenges communities face
The groundwater guide: Where our water comes from and the challenges communities face
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...
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Read article: Local communities gain awareness of state funding sources at Extension program
Local communities gain awareness of state funding sources at Extension program
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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Read article: Shaping Responsible Digital Citizens: Digital Navigator leads online safety presentation to students
Shaping Responsible Digital Citizens: Digital Navigator leads online safety presentation to students
“Is it safer to play single-player games online than multi-player games?” “What is the purpose of parental controls on devices? Are they keeping...

News Releases

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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...

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
Susan Odum

Susan Odum

Community and Economic Development Specialist