The Second Half: Back to the forest

The Second Half By Kathleen D. Tresemer Columnist Have you ever tried to find the right place for a wedding? Twenty-Something Son and
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March 23, 2011 | Also published in Health & Fitness> The Second Half | Comments (0)

To Your Health: The buzz about energy healing

By Richard S. Gubbe Energy healing has created quite the buzz. Energy healing requires a specific band of frequency that is referred
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March 23, 2011 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Van Matre HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital observes National Brain Injury Awareness Month

Staff Report As a leader in brain injury rehabilitation, Van Matre HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital will join the Brain Injury Association of
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March 23, 2011 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

Wellness for the mind, body and spirit—a lecture series for the active adult

Staff Report A lecture series is being offered to the citizens of Rockford and surrounding community. This free, six-part series is
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March 23, 2011 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Pets: SPAY ILLINOIS offers low-cost Spay/Neuter Day

Staff Report SPAY ILLINOIS is hosting a low-cost Spay/Neuter Day for all residents in the Rockford area. There are no income
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March 23, 2011 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

Burpee Museum hosts First Person Historical Presentation: Rachel Carson

By Susan Johnson Copy Editor In celebration of Women’s History Month, Burpee Museum of Natural History will host a First Person Historical
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March 23, 2011 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Flowering Dogwood: Spring is in the air! Join the Arbor Day Foundation in March and get 10 free trees

Staff Report Celebrate the arrival of spring by planting trees, and the Arbor Day Foundation is making it easy for everyone
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March 23, 2011 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Small cell lung cancer benefit

From press release RockfordSupport.com is hosting a benefit for Jim Foster from 2-7 p.m., Sunday, March 20 at Casey’s Pub in
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March 16, 2011 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

The Second Half: Save the chocolate and coffee!

By Kathleen D. Tresemer Columnist It’s funny how some things jump out at you. A mysterious experience has led me to beg
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March 16, 2011 | Also published in Health & Fitness> The Second Half | Comments (0)

Into the Wild: Discover forest, birds and maple syrup at Big Hill Park

In recognition of the United Nations designation of 2010 as the Year of Biodiversity, the Four Rivers Environmental Coalition and
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March 16, 2011 | Also published in Into The Wild> Outdoors | Comments (0)

One Green Thing: Some late resolutions for 2011

By Jan Herbert Rockford Park District Whether you were “green” before the color was fashionable or whether you’re just ready to find
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March 16, 2011 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Benefit for Haylie Howe, brain disease victim, April 2

From press release St. Andrew Lutheran Church will host a benefit for Haylie Howe, a 4-year-old who suffers from Vein of
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March 9, 2011 | Also published in Health & Fitness> Living | Comments (0)

March is Red Cross Month

• Rock River Chapter hosts open house from 4 to 7 p.m., Tuesday, March 15 From press release March is Red Cross
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March 9, 2011 | Also published in Health & Fitness> Living | Comments (0)

The Second Half: Senior moments make my day

By Kathleen D. Tresemer Columnist You’ve heard it a million times: “I went into the kitchen to get something and stood there
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March 9, 2011 | Also published in Health & Fitness> Living> The Second Half | Comments (0)

Youth Alcohol Prevention Coalition workshop at Memorial Hall March 18

From press release The Youth Alcohol Abuse Prevention Coalition (YAAPC) announces their annual community workshop titled “Understanding Youth Culture—The Mis-education of
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March 9, 2011 | Also published in Health & Fitness> Living | Comments (0)

One Green Thing: Recycling (or reusing) your stuff

By Jan Herbert Rockford Park District Whether you were “green” before the color was fashionable or whether you’re just ready to find
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March 9, 2011 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Yoga studio holds grand opening March 12

From press release Long-time Rockford resident, personal fitness trainer and yoga instructor Tamara Bogard will host the grand opening of her
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March 9, 2011 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Straight Shootin’: To list or not to list, that is the (silly) question

By Eric R. Sonnenberg Lisa Madigan, the Illinois Attorney General, wants the Illinois State Police (ISP) to make public the list
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March 9, 2011 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | 1 Comment

OSF opens clinic at east-side Walmart

From press release “The Clinic at Walmart,” operated by OSF Medical Group, opened March 1 inside the Walmart at 1490 Walton
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March 2, 2011 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

Book Review: Relentless: A no-holds-barred tale of mental illness

By Susan Johnson Copy Editor In Relentless, Daniel Edwards describes his lifelong battle with mental illness as a living hell, in which
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March 2, 2011 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

The Second Half: Ease pain and more with Epsom Salt

By Kathleen D. Tresemer Columnist I have been working out at the gym quite a bit lately and noticed some soreness that
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March 2, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives> The Second Half | Comments (0)

Pet Talk: Assistance dogs offer a new sense of freedom

From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University Imagine not being able to open a door, not being able to pick
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March 2, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives> Pet Talk | 2 Comments

Into the Wild: Stone Bridge Forest Preserve: A regeneration of land and spirit

In recognition of the United Nations designation of 2010 as the Year of Biodiversity, the Four Rivers Environmental Coalition and
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March 2, 2011 | Also published in Into The Wild> Outdoors | Comments (0)

One Green Thing: What do you mean, there is no recycling bin?

By Jan Herbert Rockford Park District Whether you were “green” before the color was fashionable or whether you’re just ready to find
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March 2, 2011 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

The Second Half: How healthy is your heart?

By Kathleen D. Tresemer Columnist There was an interesting Barbara Walters special on television recently, one where she and a few other
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February 23, 2011 | Also published in Health & Fitness> The Second Half | Comments (0)

Lifescape Community Services offers caregiver support group & training

From press release A six-week support group for family caregivers will be offered by Lifescape Community Services beginning Feb. 24. The
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February 23, 2011 | Also published in Health & Fitness> Living | Comments (0)

Conservation books for outdoor enthusiasts

By  Melisa Long Winnebago County Soil and Water Conservation District The Winnebago County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) has several helpful
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February 23, 2011 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Yoga Rockford: Embodying yoga

By Jennie Williford Pranayama Yoga Studio Matthew Sanford is a yoga teacher and a paraplegic. In his memoir, Waking, Matt takes
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February 23, 2011 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford> Yoga Rockford | Comments (0)

Guest Column: February is Children’s Dental Health Month

By Dr. Katina Morelli, DDS Many parents don’t realize that cavities are nearly 100 percent preventable. Babies are born with a
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February 16, 2011 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

OSF Saint Anthony Community Health Program provides Heart Disease 2011 update

From press release “What’s New, What’s Hot, What’s Not: Heart Disease 2011” is the title of the free OSF Saint Anthony
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February 16, 2011 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

Texas is messy…somebody needs to clean it up!

By Jan Herbert Rockford Park District Whether you were “green” before the color was fashionable or whether you’re just ready to find
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February 16, 2011 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | 1 Comment

Into The Wild: The fourth season at Klehm

In recognition of the United Nations designation of 2010 as the Year of Biodiversity, the Four Rivers Environmental Coalition and
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February 16, 2011 | Also published in Into The Wild | Comments (0)

The Second Half: Facing facts about Facebook

By Kathleen D. Tresemer Columnist I finally jumped on the bandwagon and got myself a Facebook page. Some time ago, I discussed my
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February 16, 2011 | Also published in The Second Half | Comments (0)

Book explores vaccine safety and choice

From press release NEW YORK—The debate over the current status of vaccine safety has become more heated than ever, leaving Americans
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February 16, 2011 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

Pet Talk: Ensuring healthy hearts for pets

From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University February definitely has heart. It’s the month we celebrate National Heart Awareness and
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February 16, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives> Pet Talk | Comments (0)

Raw Energy: Hemp, a nutritional achiever

By Brenda Richter Hemp is a protein powerhouse that delivers the most balanced amino acid profile of any plant-based protein. Hemp
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February 9, 2011 | Also published in Raw Energy | 2 Comments

‘Aldo Leopold and The Oldest Task in Human History’ featured Feb. 19

From press release Renowned conservationist, philosopher and writer Aldo Leopold has come to be known as one of the 20th century’s
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February 9, 2011 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Boone County Heirloom Seed Sale Feb. 19

From press release BELVIDERE, Ill.—Saturday, Feb. 19, the Boone County Conservation District Cultural Heritage Gardens will host an Heirloom Vegetable Seed
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February 9, 2011 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Soil and Water Conservation announces award winners

From press release Winnebago County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) held its 70th annual meeting and awards luncheon Friday, Jan.
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February 9, 2011 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

The Second Half: Adventures of senior snow days

By Kathleen D. Tresemer Columnist “The taller we get, the less snow we get,” Hubby told me. In his Second Half, my
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February 9, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives> The Second Half | Comments (0)

Guest Column: Shoulder pain relief

By Dr. R.G. Hotchkiss Center for Shoulder Pain For many years in my practice, patients would complain of trouble with their shoulders
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February 9, 2011 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

Saint Anthony College of Nursing offers Parish Nurse Preparation Course

From press release Saint Anthony College of Nursing has introduced the Basic Parish Nurse Preparation Course to prepare registered nurses to
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February 2, 2011 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

The Second Half: Delusional about diet

By Kathleen D. Tresemer Columnist In my Second Half, I try to be reasonably informed about what constitutes a healthy diet and
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February 2, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives> The Second Half | Comments (0)

Into The Wild: A glide through the woods

In recognition of the United Nations designation of 2010 as the Year of Biodiversity, the Four Rivers Environmental Coalition and
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February 2, 2011 | Also published in Into The Wild | 1 Comment

Dr. Julia’s Inn: 11 years breast cancer-free—our immune system

By Dr. Julia Whipkey-Michniewicz, N.D. Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine It is hard to believe that 11 years have passed since my husband
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February 2, 2011 | Also published in Dr. Julia's Inn | Comments (0)

Fox trotting on tracks south of downtown

On the morning of Jan. 24, a red fox trotted along the railroad tracks beneath the Morgan Street bridge in
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January 26, 2011 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Get fit after 50—safely!

From press release Are you 50+ years old and looking to get into shape, but haven’t worked out in a while?
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January 26, 2011 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

The Second Half: Red hat happiness

By Kathleen D. Tresemer Columnist So, I’m sitting in the chair at Karma Salon on Riverside when Karla, Second-Half Pal and Fabulous
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January 26, 2011 | Also published in The Second Half | 2 Comments

Yoga Rockford: Yoga ‘From the Heartland’

By Jennie Williford Pranayama Yoga Studio Yoga is mostly an individual practice. It is the process of drawing inward to connect more
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January 26, 2011 | Also published in Yoga Rockford | Comments (0)

Park District receives IDNR snowmobile grant

From press release The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) has awarded a $13,100 state snowmobile trail grant to the Rockford
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January 26, 2011 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)


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