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Illinois Extension reports staffing gains, new 4‑H educator for Effingham County

5965705 · October 17, 2025
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Casey Kimmy, county director for Illinois Extension (Clay, Effingham, Fayette and Jasper counties), updated the committee on staffing, a new 4‑H youth development educator (Megan Pearson), program growth (475 active 4‑H members), and extension partnerships including community garden expansion and Hunters Feeding Illinois meat donations.

Casey Kimmy, county director for Clay, Effingham, Fayette and Jasper counties with Illinois Extension, updated the committee on staffing and local programs during the public‑information portion of the meeting.

Kimmy said an office support position in Effingham attracted 24 applicants; campus screening narrowed the list and the local office will interview 10 candidates, with the goal of filling the job in November pending campus approval. Kimmy…

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