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Community Leadership for Rural Illinois

November 3, 2025

In the realm of community development, discussions about creating leadership opportunities in rural American communities abound. Some advocate for...

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Boost your brand: Marketing for small-business owners

September 3, 2025

Running a small business is no easy feat. With a never-ending to-do list, promotional planning often takes a backseat. Unfortunately, this lack of...

Elmwood gears up for increased tourism with Illinois Extension

August 20, 2025

Elmwood is a small town in west central Peoria County, with a population close to 2,000 people. It has a wealth of cultural arts and natural assets...

IL-EATS provides ‘home-cooked’ goodness for Illinois veterans at The Joseph Center

July 4, 2025

The journey home for some military veterans isn’t without its own battles. The Joseph Center...

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January 27, 2026

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 Health Administration...

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December 9, 2025

Extension advances mission of lifelong learning at annual conference
URBANA, Ill. — Across the state, University of Illinois Extension staff link their communities with resources they need to thrive by turning science into solutions. Demonstrating Extension’s mission of life-...

December 2, 2025

Big topics for small business class offered
Being a small business owner can be challenging these days, with numerous decisions to be made. It can get overwhelming and time-consuming. The class, “Money Smart for Small Business,” is designed to help lighten the load of entrepreneurs in areas of great importance. University of...

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October 31, 2025

University of Illinois Extension Hosts First Annual Independent Grocer Summit
CARTERVILLE, Ill. — The University of Illinois Extension Community and Economic Development team hosted the first Southern Illinois Food Access Annual Independent Grocer Summit on Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025, at John A. Logan College. The summit welcomed 30 participants,...

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Community Benefits Program

Your community is not at the whim of renewable energy developers. Companies who want to build in your area are often obligated to partner with you to provide economic and community development benefits. Join this webinar to learn more about these Community Benefits programs and how you can make...