2024 McLean County 4-H show results
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – Another 4-H show is in the books! The McLean County 4-H team is excited to share results and congratulations to all our youth who worked so hard with their projects! The team also wants to encourage everyone to join us in 4-H this fall! 4-H New Year begins September 1 and...

Eating for Eye Health at Extension’s Diabetes Clinic
EUREKA, IL. – We all know that carrots are good for the eyes, but what other foods promote eye health? Age-related eye diseases are the leading cause of blindness and impaired vision in the United States, but luckily, there are things you can do to lower the risk. Join Nutrition and Wellness...

Propagating plants with the Master Gardeners
More plants? Yes, please! If this sounds like something you would say, then join the University of Illinois Extension Livingston County Master Gardeners on Saturday, October 5 for a hands-on workshop to learn a variety of propagating techniques, including cuttings, seed saving, and plant...

Bridging the Seasons in the Garden at Gardeners’ Gathering
EUREKA, Ill. – Creating a unique winter landscape full of colors, textures, and movement is as simple as choosing plants with interesting characteristics. Discover a variety of plants to add dazzling winter interest to your landscape at the University of Illinois Extension Woodford County Master...

Bloomington, IL- Tour Unity Garden: Grow Fresh Ginger; Plant the Three Sisters; Regenerate Soils with Cover Crops; Defeat Weeds
At the Unity Community Center at 632 Orlando Avenue, a secret is hiding in plain sight. The Unity Community Center’s Food Production and Demonstration Garden annually produces about one ton of FREE garden produce per year for local community members, using a little over 1000 square feet. The...