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certified food protection managers class exam Illinois Extension

Macon County

Multilingual food safety training supports local workforce

DECATUR -- The University of Illinois Extension is offering a free, multilingual Certified Food Protection Manager training. The training offering is to further its commitment to supporting workforce development and expanding access to food safety education. The multi-session course will start with the first session on July 28 and 30. A second session will take place with dates set for August 4, 6, and 11. All sessions will be at Richland Community College in room SC01. The times will be […]

todayJuly 1, 2026 37

Illinois Extension diabetes

Macon County

Illinois Extension offers diabetes nutrition series

DECATUR -- Understanding how food affects blood sugar is a powerful tool for anyone managing diabetes. The University of Illinois Extension will offer a free educational series designed to help individuals strengthen their nutrition knowledge, build practical skills, and feel more confident in day-to-day diabetes care. Each session will include recipe demonstrations and food samples. Motivation Monday sessions will be from 11 a.m. to noon at the Decatur Family YMCA, 220 W. McKinley Ave.  Sessions are open to YMCA members and […]

todayFebruary 27, 2026 40

4-H

East Central Illinois Region

4-H public speaking contest recognizes youth communication skills

DECATUR — The State 4-H Public Speaking contest, held at Parkland College on April 29, showcased the communication skills of 145 youth from 68 counties. Several local 4-H members advanced to the state 4-H Public Speaking Contest after competing at the DeWitt, Macon, and Piatt 4-H Public Speaking Contest.  Phoebe Craft from DeWitt County and Kennedy Rusk from Macon County competed in the Individual Oral Interpretation category. Oral Interpretation presentations must be previously published works or manuscripts such as short […]

todayMay 22, 2024 138

cicada cicadas

East Central Illinois Region

Will the 2024 cicada invasion affect me?

DECATUR — This year, not one but two periodical broods - the 13-year Brood XIX cicada and the 17-year Brood XIII cicada - will emerge. But, what does this mean for Central Illinois? The 13-year Brood XIX has been quietly feeding on tree roots for over a decade and will soon make their grand entrance. These cicadas will emerge along the Sangamon River and its major streams stretching from Riverton eastward to north of Fisher, Illinois. Decatur's east and south […]

todayMay 7, 2024 131

Macon 4-H

East Central Illinois Region

Macon County 4-H members recognized for career achievements

DECATUR — Each spring, outstanding youth across Illinois are recognized for their career achievements in 4-H. This year, two Macon County 4-H members received State Experience Awards, and one Macon County 4-H member was one of forty-five youth who received a State 4-H Award with a $1000 scholarship.  Elizabeth Cornett, a member of the 4-H SCREAM robotics club, received the Emerald Clover Award in the area of Project Learning. This award recognizes youth who completed eight or more experiences in one […]

todayApril 11, 2024 133

Illinois Extension Macon DeWitt Piatt

DeWitt County

DeWitt County Coalition connects local service agencies

CLINTON — The DeWitt County Coalition, a network of local social service agencies, is excited to announce the return of in-person meetings after a period of virtual gatherings.  DeWitt County Coalition will meet from noon to 1 p.m. on April 10 at the DeWitt County Extension Office, 8425 Katie Rd., in Clinton. The virtual option will continue to be available for participants unable to attend in person. Area social service agencies serving DeWitt County residents make up the coalition, which […]

todayApril 9, 2024 181

tomatoes

East Central Illinois Region

Learn to grow great tomatoes with Illinois Extension

DECATUR — Tomatoes are America’s most popular garden vegetable because they are easy to grow, and each plant produces abundant fruit. The tomato plant is a warm-season perennial grown in summer gardens and comes in many varieties. Join the Macon County Master Gardeners for a free workshop at the Forsyth Public Library and discover their secrets to growing great tomatoes. Growing Tomatoes will be at 11 a.m. on March 28 at the Forsyth Public Library, 268 S. Elwood St. in […]

todayMarch 9, 2024 107

Macon County Illinois broadband Internet

East Central Illinois Region

Macon County fast-tracking broadband expansion

DECATUR -- Macon County is taking a major step towards bridging the digital divide with a 14-week, fast-track program dedicated to expanding broadband access across the county. In collaboration with Benton Institute, Illinois Soybean Association, and University of Illinois Extension, local leaders will assess the current state of broadband availability and options, learn from successful models in other communities, and engage in an in-depth opportunity analysis to identify the best strategy to move forward. The team leading this work for […]

todayFebruary 7, 2024 147

food

Capital Area Region

Learn how to preserve food safely with Illinois Extension

DECATUR — Home gardening and food preservation have become more popular in recent years. People are taking advantage of preserving food at home to enjoy the fruits of their labor throughout the year. Learn how to water-bath and pressure can with the University of Illinois Extension and be ready for next year’s gardening season. Yes! You Can: Preserving Safely workshop will be from 4:30 to 6 p.m. on December 12 at the Maroa Public Library, 305 Garfield St. in Maroa. […]

todayNovember 29, 2023 120

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