After strong storms swept across much of Illinois, many communities are facing damaged property and stressful situations. The hours and days following ...

Springtime brings visions of beautiful butterfly gardens and dreams of delicious vegetable varieties growing in a garden or porch pots outside the ...

All 4-H leaders and superintendents serving in Tazewell County are invited to this meeting. It is a great time to hear important updates, share your insights, connect ...

Fulton County 4-H will offer one in-person YQCA training at the Extension office on Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 10 – 11:15 ...

The Fulton County 4-H Federation invites you and your family to help us roll into spring at our county-wide roller-skating party!FREE to attend! The 4-H Federation ...

Love the theater? Curious about acting? This 4-H workshop is your chance to jump in.All youth ages 11 to 18 are invited to join us to explore Viewpoints.

Tap into your creative side while working with clay! Join Christina and Elora Langton of the Faithful Friends 4-H club to learn how to create an octopus sculpture ...

Join Nutrition and Wellness Educator and Registered Dietitian, Jenna Smith, to learn about the vital connection between diabetes and heart health and take away ...

The 2026 Public Speaking Contest will be on Thursday, March 19 starting at 4:30 pm at the Extension office in Pekin. FairEntry will open for contest registration ...

Start your food business at home as a Cottage Food Operation. In Illinois, certain foods can be made in home kitchens and sold at farmers' markets and other locations ...

Microwave frying can help lower oil content for healthier French fries URBANA, Ill. — Fried foods are popular with consumers, but their high fat content can contribute to health challenges like ...

2025 was a whirlwind year and I decided to take a step back from this blog. If you’re wondering why, I had a baby! I’m already teaching my little girl about plants and who knows, she might grow up to ...