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Recent News About University of Illinois Extension
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Champaign County Board met April 20
Champaign County Board met Thursday, April 20
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As you hunt, look out for power lines and poles
As you hunt, look out for power lines and poles
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Flavor your meals with low-maintenance homegrown herbs
Culinary herbs are a favorite of many gardeners. They are easy to grow as they require little care, have few insect and disease problems, and generally prefer moderate fertility levels.
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Strive to Thrive series will teach youth fundamentals to help them flourish
All youth should feel a sense of purpose, joy, and direction in their lives. Sometimes though, it may seem like some aren't as engaged as they could be.
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4-H youth help families put more food on the table
4-H is invested in feeding hungry families, and youth are leading the way. The 4-H Food Advocacy Grants program is aimed at helping youth become food advocates right in their own communities.
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Illini Science Policy program seeks hosts, advanced-degree grads for 2023 collaboration
Improving public policy to meet the needs of underserved communities requires developing a deep understanding of the specific economic, environmental, and social challenges those communities face.
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Low-maintenance, winter blooming holiday cacti are gift that keep on giving
With their vibrant, floral displays and low-maintenance needs, holiday cacti are a great holiday gift. Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter cactus are each different species. They bloom reliably each year without much upkeep.
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4-H Club's sew-a-thon brings cheer to cancer patients
For the Champaign Mixed Clovers 4-H Club, “Kids Helping Kids” is more than just a slogan – it’s a tangible way of helping some of the 250,000 children diagnosed with cancer each year.
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Japanese beetle wreaks havoc on Illinois soybean crops
Japanese beetles were out in force in Western Illinois this summer, doing more damage to crops than any other insect, according to the "2017 Soybean Survey" by the Illinois Natural History Survey's Agricultural Pest Program.
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Mt. Vernon's Tractor Supply Co. leads 4-H fundraiser
Customers at the Tractor Supply Co. store in Mt. Vernon contributed a state-best $1,180 during the company's recent fundraiser to support 4-H educational programming.