JOLIET, Ill. — From neighborhood gardens to community partnerships, University of Illinois Extension is helping residents access research-based solutions close to home. Members of the Illinois Extension leadership team saw that work firsthand during a visit to Joliet and Bourbonnais on Monday, where they toured horticulture partnership sites and met...
Three local 4-H members earn state scholarships for excellence and leadership
URBANA, Ill. — The career achievements of University of Illinois Extension 4-H members are being celebrated with $67,500 in scholarships awarded by the Illinois 4-H Foundation. Three local youth from Manhattan, Grant Park, and Orland Park, respectively, were recognized as statewide winners of...
Grundy County youth earn top honors at Illinois 4-H State Public Speaking Contest
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Youth from across the state demonstrated confidence, creativity, and communication skills during the University of Illinois Extension 4-H State Public Speaking Contest held April 25 at Parkland College in Champaign, including two...
‘Beyond Ready starts with you:’ 4-H recognizes volunteer efforts
BOURBONNAIS, Ill. — As National Volunteer Week is observed nationwide, University of Illinois Extension is recognizing the role volunteers play in delivering research-based programs like 4-H, which has been preparing youth to be...
Novel Illinois weed species, Asian copperleaf, identified in northern Illinois
URBANA, Ill. — Corn and soybean farmers should be scouting for a new weed this upcoming growing season. According to University of Illinois crop experts, Asian copperleaf (Acalypha australis) was identified in a field in Stephenson County in...
Illinois Extension staff spotlight: Brooke Katcher
BOURBONNAIS, Ill. — Each month University of Illinois Extension serving Grundy, Kankakee, and Will counties sits down with an Extension staff member to discuss their work and impact in the community.This month's spotlight features...
Events
Melons and Gourds
Would you like to grow your own fresh produce? Are you new to gardening or an experienced pro? Do you want to learn more about the crops we can grow in our backyards? Join Horticulture Educator...
Grow Your Own Bath Sponge
Are you looking for something new or unusual to grow? Did you know you could grow your own bath sponge? The luffa gourd is an easy-to-grow vining plant that produces mature fruit with an interesting purpose — it’s a bath sponge! Come join...
Grow Your Own Bath Sponge
Are you looking for something new or unusual to grow? Did you know you could grow your own bath sponge? The luffa gourd is an easy-to-grow vining plant that produces mature fruit with an interesting purpose — it’s a bath sponge! Come join...
Birding Across Kankakee: Aroma Land and Water Preserve
Join us for a birding experience across Kankakee County, led by local experts! This event is designed to showcase the region’s diverse habitats and spring migration activity.On May 14, David Hoekman will guide participants through Aroma Land and Water Reservation (1578 S. Heiland Rd, St...
Grow Your Own Bath Sponge
Are you looking for something new or unusual to grow? Did you know you could grow your own bath sponge? The luffa gourd is an easy-to-grow vining plant that produces mature fruit with an interesting purpose — it’s a bath sponge! Come join...
Birding Across Kankakee: Gar Creek
Join us for a birding experience across Kankakee County, led by local experts! This event is designed to showcase the region’s diverse habitats and spring migration activity.Join us at Gar Creek (553 River Rd, Kankakee, IL 60901) for a morning of birding led by Madison Burling, president of...
Intro to Beekeeping
Are your kids interested in bees? Looking for an introduction to the beekeeping 4-H project?Join Illinois Extension, in partnership with the Will County Beekeepers Association, for an introduction to beekeeping workshop for youth. Equipment will be available for youth to experience, and...
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