University of Illinois Extension

Welcome to Our Website!

The McDonough County Extension Office gives residents a local link to the University of Illinois. The office is located at the 4-H Center and is open year round. The McDonough County Extension Office is equipped to handle a variety of questions from the public concerning issues in the areas of agriculture, natural resources, horticulture, nutrition and wellness, family life, consumer and family economics, community and economic development, 4-H, and youth development. Staff members are available to provide programming for individuals,schools, organizations, clubs, businesses and agencies. Give us a call and let us help you "put knowledge to work."

Today's Features

Having trouble relating to the people you work with? Ever stop and think it might have something to do with the generation you were born? Each generation has its own charcteristics, values, and experiences. Visit this website to view the new Extension curriculum for your workforce.

Stop and Think!

"You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose."-- Dr. Seuss, (1904-1991) (Oh! The Places You'll Go)

Questions? Contact Tessa Hobbs-Curley, Unit Educator, Youth Development at tessa@uiuc.edu

McDonough County Extension Program Areas

Click on an area to learn more about our programs and resources.

Quick Links

Podcasts

Illini Pet Pod

The latest news about pet care and humane education

News & Updates
Connecting with Kids Resource for staying in touch with kids.
Less Is More Fact sheets, tips and recipes that can help lead to healthier lifestyles.
McDonough County 4-H Newsletter

Upcoming Events

Annie's Project
Galesburg, Illinois (Knox County)
August 26 - September 11, 2008

Energy Solutions Workshops 2008
Quincy, Illinois (Adams County)
September 9, 2008

Energy Solutions Workshops 2008
Springfield, Illinois (Sangamon County)
September 10, 2008

Full event calendar >>

Extension Council

Extension councils serve in an advisory role cooperating with Extension staff to provide educational programs to the public. Learn more about the McDonough County Extension Council.

Giving to McDonough County Extension

Learn how you can help support McDonough County Extension.

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Operation Military Kids

McDonough County Unit
3022 W Jackson
Macomb, IL 61455
Phone: 309-837-3939
FAX: 309-833-3019
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