CAIRO and METROPOLIS, Ill. — Community members across Alexander, Johnson, Massac, Pulaski, and Union counties recently came ...

After strong storms swept across much of Illinois, many communities are facing damaged property and stressful situations. The hours and days following a major storm are often filled with urgent ...

Will you be ready for the next disaster? Natural disasters cost $270 billion globally in 2021. Illinois residents may experience floods, tornadoes, winter storms, wildfires, and drought. The time to ...

Get timely tips from Extension horticulture experts to keep your garden happy. Gardeners Corner is a quarterly newsletter from the Illinois Extension team of horticulture experts. Each issue ...

In this episode of the Good Growing podcast, we explore the concept of edible landscaping, where ornamental plants double as food sources.

University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalist program brings together nature enthusiasts passionate about protecting, preserving, and restoring natural resources. Through science-backed education ...

Create special gardens to fit any situation. In a world of limited time and space, container gardens make more and more sense. Containers allow you to enjoy growing plants in places that might be ...

Good data leads to good decisions. The census provides the nation with vital information about who we are and how we live as residents. Interpreting the data is critical for choosing the right ...

The Champaign County Master Gardener Garden Walk returns on Saturday, June 20, 2026, inviting the community to once again celebrate creativity, inspiration, and a shared love of gardening at this ...

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Dealing with the effects of a “run-in” with the poison ivy plant is probably the most common negative wildlife encounter people in the Midwest... Read article: Popular native grasses for the home ...

The world is changing, and we're seeing the impacts every day in Illinois. Weather patterns have shifted significantly in the past century, with Illinois dealing with both warmer temperatures and more ...