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Recent News About University of Illinois Extension
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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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Natural world guides archaeologists in their investigation of ancient people
People have lived in Illinois for over 15,000 years and have used the natural resources the state has to offer in different ways through time.
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Master Naturalists involved with Citizen Science programs
Volunteer efforts can lead University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalists (EMN) on some fun adventures. Sometimes those adventures are as close as their backyard.
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Fulton County 4-H offers college scholarships
Fulton County 4-H announces college scholarships being offered to Fulton County 4-H members.Several scholarships, in various amounts, will be awarded to county 4-H members at his or her high school graduation or awards program.
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Trim trees, shrubs in the dormant season for stronger, healthier plants
Throughout the growing season, gardeners and arborists talk about the benefits of pruning woody ornamentals while they are dormant, and that time is almost here.
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Gift a Flowering Houseplant this Valentine's Day
Time is ticking to find that perfect Valentine’s Day gift for your loved ones. Instead of the go-to fresh floral arrangement, give a gift that someone can enjoy for many months. Flowering houseplants are great alternatives to traditional bouquets of cut flowers.
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Illinois SNAP-Ed conferences bring awareness to hunger and food insecurity
One in ten people in Illinois struggle with food insecurity daily, according to Feeding America. When families are hungry, making a healthy food choice is not always the easy choice.
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Illinois Extension celebrates outstanding programs, staff
Across the state, local University of Illinois Extension staff members help families, businesses, and communities identify local issues and potential solutions to those issues. Extension professionals use research-based knowledge and translate that knowledge into actions and strategies that are understandable, actionable, and locally relevant.
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Cloverbud Creation Days - Experimenting with Sound on January 28
Cloverbud Creation Days - Experimenting with Sound on January 28 at 4:00 PM
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Illinois 4-H staff honored for professional dedication, service
Four University of Illinois Extension 4-H youth development staff received national recognition at the National Association of Extension 4-H Youth Development Professionals National Conference held in November in Memphis, Tenn. Service award honorees include Johnna Jennings, Jamie Boas, Alcha Corban, and Martha Ebbesmeyer.
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Helping youth develop an attitude of gratitude
The season for giving has come to a close, but if your kids are more focused on all that they can get this time of year, how about trying a gratitude practice
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Plant a tree; help the planet: Illinois 4-H tackles global issues locally
When the task seems overwhelming, the uncertainty of how to begin keeps many people from acting. University of Illinois Extension 4-H specialist Curt Sinclair isn’t one of those people.
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Mental health matters, learn how to respond when someone needs aid
Mental health and substance use issues are common. Nearly 1 in 5 U.S. adults lives with a mental illness according to the National Institute of Mental Health. From 1999 to 2016, 630,000 people died from drug overdose according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Take Charge of Your Health on November 24
The Take Charge of Your Health program allows you to learn to thrive, not just survive with your ongoing health conditions. Discover healthy ways to live with chronic conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, heart disease and others.
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4-H youth take the commander’s seat on space missions
4-H youth take the commander’s seat on space missions
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Grub attack could be just under the surface
Grub attack could be just under the surface
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Make broadband access a reality for your community
Make broadband access a reality for your community
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4-H shooting sports contest brings fun, camaraderie, teamwork to the range
4-H shooting sports contest brings fun, camaraderie, teamwork to the range
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Don't rake fall leaves, recycle them
Don't rake fall leaves, recycle them
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The future of work: How will the pandemic impact worker needs?
The future of work: How will the pandemic impact worker needs?