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Read article: Illinois Extension launches Health and Community Wellness team
Illinois Extension launches Health and Community Wellness team
University of Illinois Extension’s new Health and Community Wellness team is continuing efforts to improve health and quality of life across Fulton,...
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Read article: Lulu & the Hunger Monster reading program helps youth understand food insecurity
Lulu & the Hunger Monster reading program helps youth understand food insecurity
An outreach initiative helped children across the Tri-County area better understand hunger and how they can contribute during Hunger Action Month....
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Read article: Feeding the family without overspending
Feeding the family without overspending
The Thanksgiving season is a time of year many people associate with eating food and spending time with others. Balancing your spending with...
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Read article: IL-EATS provides ‘home-cooked’ goodness for Illinois veterans at The Joseph Center
IL-EATS provides ‘home-cooked’ goodness for Illinois veterans at The Joseph Center
The journey home for some military veterans isn’t without its own battles. The Joseph Center...

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Unity Cupboard Strengthens Local Efforts to Combat Food Insecurity
Normal, IL — Food insecurity continues to impact families across our community, and Unity Cupboard is stepping up to provide hope and nourishment to those in need. “At this crucial moment when federal safety net programs are becoming harder to access, more of our...

Videos

From Farm to Community: The Impact of IL-EATS.

Through IL-EATS, Illinois farmers and food access partners came together to strengthen local food systems while feeding their communities. This video shares their experiences and highlights how the program expanded markets, increased access to fresh, local food, and built a more resilient supply...

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