Posts Tagged ‘university of illinois extension’
Responsible use of fire
By KEVIN ROHLING U of I Extension Why do we use prescribed fire in natural areas? The main reason is that overall biodiversity is typically greater in natural areas maintained…
Read MoreCatalano is new U of I Extension director
The University of Illinois Extension has recently been under new management, and the new executive director is quite hopeful about the future of the office serving Madison, Monroe and St.…
Read MoreMonthly sessions help you be well
The Monroe County University of Illinois Extension Office is hosting a series of sessions aimed at helping educate residents about food and health. Wellness Wednesdays are the extension’s latest offering…
Read MoreMillstadt couple offers new gardening experience
A Millstadt couple have recently started a small farm to help educate about gardening, environmentalism and the importance of Illinois native flora and fauna. Kim and Mark Atkins purchased their…
Read MoreCounty hears judicial, EMS updates
Monroe County Probation Officer Courtney Schweickhardt spoke at Tuesday’s meeting of the Monroe County Board of Commissioners in preparation for the change in judicial districts in December. As part of…
Read MoreU of I Extension director departs
After two years as a director with the University of Illinois Extension Office, Amy Cope saw her last day last Tuesday. Cope served as county extension director for Monroe, St.…
Read MoreMonroe County’s Pumpkin Man
Nathan Johanning is a man of many talents, and one is a passion to grow pumpkins. He satisfies that “inner need” on the family farm near Fults. When he…
Read MoreExtension has new leader
Those in the agriculture community have begun to familiarize themselves with a new face in a high-profile role. That is Amy Cope, who took over last Monday as county extension…
Read MoreJacobs retires after 42 years
A pillar of the local agricultural community has stepped down. Pam Jacobs retired Dec. 31 as county extension director with the University of Illinois Extension. Jacobs worked at the extension…
Read MoreColor of Autumn
The U of I Extension-Monroe County, 9011 Illinois Ave. in Waterloo, will be hosting a “Color of Autumn” workshop Saturday, Sept. 14. Workshops will include fall landscaping, tree care, pollinator…
Read MoreMueller joins Illinois 4-H Hall of Fame
Ron Mueller of Waterloo became the latest Monroe County resident to be inducted into the Illinois 4-H Hall of Fame last week. Mueller was inducted during an event at the…
Read MoreCounty board hears school safety update
Monroe Randolph Regional Superintendent of Schools Kelton Davis presented an update on school safety to the Monroe County Board of Commissioners at their regular Monday meeting. Among initiatives Davis identified…
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