Sutton, Robb, IAA Foundation Scholarship Winners
Loghan Sutton of Heyworth and Rylee Robb of McLean were each selected to receive scholarships from the IAA Foundation for the 2026-27 academic year. Loghan Sutton will receive a $2,500 … Read More
Author: Katie Dowling
2026 FFA Service Awards
McLean County Farm Bureau congratulates the 2026 FFA Service Award winners: • Tyler Holtz, Blue Ridge • Grace Kaisner, El Paso-Gridley • Cashten Morger, Heyworth • Maddie Larimer, LeRoy • … Read More
MCFB WORKS TO ADVANCE LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES AT GALC
McLean Farm Bureau members learned how to harness the power of grassroots advocacy during the organization’s annual Governmental Affairs Leadership Conference (GALC), held Feb. 17 in Springfield. Centered on the … Read More
Students Explore Opportunities in Ag
FFA Acquaintance Day brought more than 180 sophomores from nine local high schools to the McLean County Fairgrounds. The FFA members explored agricultural careers, gained team working experience and learned … Read More
Farm Bureau Helps Local FFA Chapters Grow New Opportunities
McLean County Farm Bureau is investing nearly $20,000 in local agricultural education efforts through the FFA Capital Grant program to help grow capacity for hands-on learning. Ridgeview FFA and Olympia … Read More
Rural Route Safety Days Held
Checking out the visibility from a tractor or combine seat proved to be an eye-opening experience for local high school students at Rural Route Safety Days held at LeRoy High … Read More
4-H Members Recognized for Outstanding Agricultural Leadership
Ten Illinois 4-H members who exemplified outstanding leadership in the agricultural industry and demonstrate a desire to remain engaged were recently recognized as 2025-26 Illinois Sustaining the Future Award … Read More
ILLINOIS FARM BUREAU MEMBERS ADVOCATE, MAKE CONNECTIONS DURING LEADERS TO D.C. TRIP
Eleven Illinois Farm Bureau leaders recently met with members of Illinois’ congressional delegation at their Capitol Hill offices to share their story and advocate on top issues such as trade, … Read More
Adopted Legislator Visit to Calumet City
McLean County Farm Bureau toured Calumet City’s key facilities and projects on the horizon during a recent visit with State Representative Thaddeus Jones. The day began with a tour of … Read More
2025 Golden Clover Awards
The 2025 Golden Clover Awards honor six individuals who dedicate/ed their time and talents to the McLean County Fair and 4-H. 2025 Honorees: Marie Denzer-Farley, Golden Clover – 4-H leader … Read More