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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

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

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

Air fryer

Food & Drink News

Discover why air fryers are a popular countertop appliance

CLINTON — Air fryers have become a popular kitchen countertop appliance because they are easy to use, energy-efficient, cook a variety of foods, and clean up easily. If your air fryer sits unused or you are considering purchasing one, plan to attend the University of Illinois Extension’s class at Vespasian Warner Public Library. Hot and Fast: Cooking with an Air Fryer will be from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. on August 10. It will be at Vespasian Warner Public Library, […]

todayJuly 6, 2023 1

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