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    Sandy Mason's Homeowners Column discusses hot topics in the home landscape each week.
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    Current diabetes research.
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    Provides timely information on insect, weed, and plant disease pests for landscapers, arborists, lawn care professionals, golf course personnel, and garden center operators.
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    Provides timely information on insect, weed, and plant disease pests for landscapers, arborists, lawn care professionals, golf course personnel, and garden center operators.
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University of Illinois Extension serving Bureau, LaSalle, Marshall and Putnam Counties

Main Office (Bureau County)
850 Thompson St,
Becker Professional Suites,
Princeton, IL 61356
Phone: 815-875-2878
FAX: 815-875-2870
Email:uie-blmp@illinois.edu
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm (Closed 12 - 1pm)

Branch Office (LaSalle County)
1689 North 31st Road,
Suite 2
Ottawa, IL 61350
Phone: 815-433-0707
FAX: 815-433-5454
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm (Closed 12 - 1pm)

Branch Office (Marshall County)
509 Front Street,
Suite 4
Henry, IL 61537
Phone: 309-364-2356
FAX: 309-364-2804
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm (Closed 12 - 1pm)

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  • 15th Annual Illinois Leadership Conference

    Sign-up for the 15th Annual Illinois Leadership Conference June 6th at the Decatur Hotel and Conference Center.


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  • Summer Sizzle Shoot State wide event

    Marshall-Putnam Shooting Sports is hosting a statewide competition in partnership with the Chillicothe Sportsmen's club on June 2, 2013.


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  • First Steps to Flood Recovery

    This resource includes care for yourself, your family and your pets; suggestions for drinking water and salvaging keepsakes; care for large appliances, flooring and insulation.Pick up a copy at Marshall Putnam Office or call 309-364-2356 to have it mailed


  • U of I Extension - Extending Knowledge, Changing Lives

    University of Illinois Extension is committed to providing education program that helps people make their lives better, healthier, safer, and more profitable. Through the state's land grant university, U of I Extension deliveries programs in Illinois


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Welcome to University of Illinois Extension – Bureau, LaSalle, Marshall, and Putnam Counties! Local staff, Extension Educators, and State Specialists provide programs in agriculture and natural resources, family and consumer sciences, community and economic development, nutrition and wellness, and youth development including the 4-H Program. The goal is to help people develop skills; solve important problems; and improve their families, farms, businesses, and communities. Our mission is to help local residents put knowledge to work by serving as the local link to the University of Illinois.

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Register for the Customer Service Workshop for Public Sector Employees. Setting a new direction in customer service. Extension's professional business mentors have the expertise and knowledge to help you reach new heights in public service.

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Just in Time Parenting newsletter is sent each trimester during pregnancy, monthly for baby's first year and then bi-monthly for ages two - five. Follow the link below for subscription information.

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Weekly podcasts provide developmental information through the first twelve months. Follow the link below for a free weekly podcast.

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