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Livestock showmanship clinic offered youth skill development for in the show ring and future careers
Raising and showing livestock may seem like a niche skill set, but in reality it offers a long list of life skills, character development, and...
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4-H Club Spotlight: Tazewell Country 4-H Club offers unique learning experiences
4-H meetings are more than just a regular monthly meeting. Just ask the members of the Tazewell Country 4-H club. Located primarily in Hopedale...
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Celebrating independence through 4-H youth development
The greatest gifts we can give youth in 4-H go beyond a champion banner, plaque, or even letterman jacket. Confidence in their own abilities is the...
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Peoria Afterschool Networking Group brings together community agencies to support local youth and families
A strong network of youth-serving organizations can make a lasting difference for young people and families. In Peoria, the collaborative Peoria...
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4-H'ers present their beef for judging
Champaign County 4-H animal shows celebrate youth achievement
CHAMPAIGN, Ill - The Champaign County 4-H dog, horse, and livestock shows highlight the dedication, knowledge, and hard work of local 4-H members. Throughout the shows, exhibitors demonstrated the results of months of care, training, and preparation while showcasing their animal husbandry skills...
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Outstanding projects earn recognition at Champaign County 4-H General Show
The Champaign County 4-H General Projects show, held at Parkland College on July 17 and 18, highlighted the creativity, dedication, and talents of local 4-H members as they presented projects spanning a wide variety of subject areas. From visual arts and photography to food, STEM, woodworking,...
4-H'ers present their swine
County 4-H Livestock Show celebrates youth achievement
Gilman, Ill - Iroquois County 4-H livestock exhibitors demonstrated outstanding dedication, knowledge, and sportsmanship throughout this year's fair, showcasing months of hard work and commitment to caring for their animals. Youth competed in a wide variety of livestock species, including beef,...
2026 Ford County 4-H Livestock Master Showmanship Winner
Ford County 4-H Livestock Show celebrates youth achievement
 MELVIN, Ill. - The Ford County 4-H Livestock Show highlighted the dedication, knowledge, and hard work of local 4-H members as they exhibited swine, beef, poultry, and rabbits. Throughout the show, exhibitors demonstrated the results of months of care, training, and preparation...
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We are 'Beyond Ready' this 4-H week

4-H members are 'Beyond Ready' for life today

Illinois 4-H empowers youth to be 'Beyond Ready' for life today. Through hands-on learning, leadership opportunities, and real-world experiences, 4-H members sit in the driver's seat to find their spark and explore their interests. Whether it...

School and Community Gardens Learning Module

Bring the garden into the schoolyard with our online School and Community Gardens Self-Paced Learning Modules. A school garden can be many things, from a pollinator garden, to a sensory garden, or a bulb garden. Our online learning modules focus on vegetable gardening while we take you on a...

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Gracie Schleef

Gracie Schleef

Ford-Iroquois Counties 4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator
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