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Extension interim assistant dean, program leader sustains and strengthens community and economic development programs
URBANA, Ill. — For more than 100 years,University of Illinois Extension experts have worked in communities around the state, providing research-based solutions for life’s everyday problems. In that time, Extension outreach efforts have evolved from community-focused in-person and postal mail communications and grown to include innovative online programs now available to a worldwide audience.Community and Economic Development educators, specialists, and senior leaders have been a key component of that work by providing programming and education that helps community leaders, residents, and businesses build capacity for renewal and growth.
Illinois’ non-conference schedule shows the program is back
As more and more programs get roasted on social media for scheduling cupcake non-conference slates, I figured it was a good time to talk about Illinois’ loaded non-conference schedule. The 12-game slate includes a preseason exhibition, six home buy games, and five high-major matchups. Illinois will play a charity...
Food Chain with 10 Illinois Places Suddenly Declares Bankruptcy
It's hard to remember a year where more restaurant chains have gone through financial struggles than 2024. Another Chicago-based company with 10 Illinois locations is now suddenly in bankruptcy court, too. Nation's Restaurant News has shared the word that Roti Modern Mediterranean has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Their story...
Urgent Warning for Illinois Boaters Ahead of Labor Day Weekend
As Labor Day weekend approaches, the Illinois Conservation Police emphasize the importance of wearing life jackets to prevent drownings. Illinois Conservation Police Urge Boaters to Wear Life Jackets. This year alone, the department has responded to 48 boating-related incidents, resulting in 15 fatalities and 15 injuries. Alarmingly, 13 of these...
Someone Stopped at this Illinois Gas Station and Won $1.7 Million
What are your expectations when you stop at a gas station? Probably to fill up your vehicle and maybe grab some refreshments. One person stopped at an Illinois gas station and won nearly $1.7 million dollars. This unassuming gas station at 5320 W. 127th St in Alsip, Illinois. It just...
Illinois Blood Bank Urgently Needs Donors NOW to Save Lives
The Rock River Valley Blood Center in Rockford, Illinois is in dire need of your help. Are you willing to answer the call?. Summer is typically a tough season for blood banks across Illinois. People are just too busy to think about donating lifesaving blood, but with the holiday weekend ahead, low donation numbers could have dire consequences.
NCAA Football: Eastern Illinois at Illinois
Aug 29, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini tight end Tanner Arkin (85) celebrates teammate Illinois wide receiver Malik Elzy (8) touchdown during the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-USA TODAY Sports
The daily pitch from Sports Editor Matt Daniels: Aug. 29, 2024
Aug. 29—➜ you can read all about the 36 area high school football teams in our 22-page special section that encompasses the C and D sections in Thursday's News-Gazette. ➜ at 8:10 p.m. on Thursday against Eastern Illinois from Memorial Stadium in Champaign. ➜ — whether it's late Thursday night or early Friday morning — for instant coverage. College football games on Thursday night. The first is ...
Food Chain with 10 Illinois Places Suddenly Declares Bankruptcy
It's hard to remember a year where more restaurant chains have gone through financial struggles than 2024. Another Chicago-based company with 10 Illinois locations is now suddenly in bankruptcy court, too. Nation's Restaurant News has shared the word that Roti Modern Mediterranean has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Their story...
NCAA Football: Eastern Illinois at Illinois
Aug 29, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini tight end Tanner Arkin (85) celebrates teammate Illinois wide receiver Malik Elzy (8) touchdown during the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-USA TODAY Sports
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