Farmers, ranchers, and agricultural workers face unique stressors that can take a serious toll on their mental health, often ...

Older adults are more likely to fall which can cause serious injury. The causes of falls include muscle weakness, poor balance and vision, lack of confidence at moving about, and the effect of ...

This year’s Stephenson County 4-H Hay Bale Decorating Contest was a huge hit—voted on by fairgoers in a lively popularity contest!

OREGON, Ill.— The 2025 Ogle County 4-H Senior Master Showman winner was Luke Lichty of Ogle Jolly 4-H Club! The runner up was Ayden Alderks, Ogle Jolly 4-H Club. Other senior participants ages 14-18 ...

OREGON, Ill.— The 4-H Fair is a celebration of youth achievement, where members showcase the results of a yearlong project in an area they’re passionate about. Through conference-style judging, ...

Imagine moving into a new house just to discover it has no insulation. That’s what life can be like for a bat box resident ...

In late July, the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign announced it will end a successful Illinois Extension -led program ...

NOAA-supported scientists announced today that this year’s Gulf of America “dead zone” — an area of low to no oxygen that can kill fish and marine life — is approximately ...

JERSEYVILLE, Ill. – The Jersey County Fair Association has been named the 2025 Community Partner Award winner by University of Illinois Extension in Jersey County. This award celebrates their ...

University of Illinois Extension horticulture experts will present tips, how-to’s, and answer questions about each monthly topic. The series focuses on home gardening, environmental stewardship, and ...