With the quick twist of a handle, water is easily available whenever we need it for drinking, cooking, bathing, washing, and ...

To my fellow Illinois gardeners – I know these cold winter days can feel long and dreary. One way to combat the winter blues is by propagating your houseplants. After all, your houseplants are stuck ...

Learning about wildflowers increases appreciation for nature and supports the conservation of native plants. Nature enthusiasts and flower lovers are invited to experience the beauty of spring during ...

The Refuge Food Forest is quiet. The hum of summer insects among the fruit trees has disappeared, the leaves have all fallen, and their dormant branches stand bare against a cold blue sky. Now is the ...

PONTIAC, Ill. – Gardening can be a great way to connect with nature, reduce stress, and cultivate a sense of accomplishment in your own backyard. There’s something uniquely fulfilling about watching ...

“It wouldn't be too bad outside if it weren't for the wind...” What a wonderful Midwest saying as we are gearing up for the best season for wind. March is the windiest month of the year in Bloomington ...

GALVA, Ill. – Youth from across Illinois demonstrated their equine knowledge at the Illinois 4-H State Horse Judging Contest on Feb. 2 in Galva, Illinois. Participants evaluated six classes of horses, ...

Did you know diabetes can negatively impact your heart health? Knowing your numbers and keeping them within the desired range will help decrease your risk of heart disease.

Stop by the Sparta VFW Post on Saturday, March 22, for an all-you-can-eat breakfast with proceeds supporting Randolph County 4-H. Hosted by the Randolph County Foundation, pancake day has been a part ...

University of Illinois Extension is pleased to announce Gardening for Food, Flowers & Fun, an event that offers gardening tips for the growing season. Join us for this early rite of spring - an ...

From the birthplace of ecological restoration to the largest and most diverse collection of woody plants in Wisconsin, the arboretum has been a vital part of the Wisconsin landscape since its ...