Loading ...
The Second Half: A healthy dose of nature
By Kathleen D. Tresemer
Columnist
Lynda Gibson Johnson is a Second Half gal whose background is in sharing the wonders of nature
[ more ]
[ more ]
City of Rockford Human Services Department announces cooling sites for 2010
From press release
The City of Rockford Human Services Department announces the availability of cooling sites throughout the city and surrounding
[ more ]
[ more ]
Adult grief support group meets July 6
From press release
BELOIT, Wis.—Beloit Regional Hospice will begin a seven-week adult grief support group starting from 6-7:30 p.m., Tuesday, July
[ more ]
[ more ]
A Native American by any other name…
By Susan Johnson
Copy Editor
The residents of the Ogle County area who claim “Black Hawk” as their famous symbol know the
[ more ]
[ more ]
Exelon Nuclear kicks off Black Hawk fund-raising campaign
From press release
OREGON, Ill.—Towering 48 feet over the Rock River majestically looking westward stands the second-largest monolith in the
[ more ]
[ more ]
Waterkeeper News: Mega pollution requires a Gulf of real regulation
Editor’s note: Art Norris is the Quad Cities Waterkeeper. He looks after 150 miles of the Mississippi River and about
[ more ]
[ more ]
On Outdoors: 20-pound Asian carp caught near Chicago, fear of species reaching Great Lakes increases
By Jim Hagerty
Staff Writer
Wildlife officials in Illinois reported last week that a 20-pound bighead Asian carp has been caught just
[ more ]
[ more ]
Fierce Green Fire: Meet the Beatles at the aquarium to see the oil spill
By Jonathan Hicks
Staff Writer
Much has been made of the response plan for the oil spill in the Gulf. Debated in
[ more ]
[ more ]
Boone County Conservation District Trail Safety Watch Program
From press release
The Boone County Conservation District is creating a Trail Safety Watch Program and is looking for volunteers to
[ more ]
[ more ]
Conservation Day-Camp at Nygren Wetland Preserve
From press release
Local land conservation organizations will host a Conservation Day-Camp at the Nygren Wetland Preserve west of Rockton, Ill.,
[ more ]
[ more ]
Pet Talk: Birds as pets
From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University
Four-legged with fur or two-legged with feathers…which would be the best small pet
[ more ]
[ more ]
Yoga Rockford: Reflecting on yoga
By Jennie Williford
Pranayama Yoga Studio
When we look at ourselves in the mirror, we see a reflection. That reflection is a
[ more ]
[ more ]
The Second Half: Kindling sparks a fire
By Kathleen D. Tresemer
Columnist
I love this time of year! First, it is warm and pleasant outside, and I can sleep
[ more ]
[ more ]
7 ways to better digestive health and wellness
From press release
HOBART, N.Y.—Approximately 1.5 million people in the United States alone are afflicted with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), a
[ more ]
[ more ]
Stopping ‘Karate Kid’ from becoming ‘Bully’ Kid
From press release
The first round of Karate Kid movies, which became hits in the 1980s, showed both the positive and
[ more ]
[ more ]
Rockford kids benefit from summer food program
From press release
Through Rockford’s Human Services Department and Lifescape’s Community Kitchen component, more than 4,500 kids are being served a
[ more ]
[ more ]
Roscoe’s Kids SPOT offers free cheer clinic July 2
From press release
ROSCOE, Ill.—Kids SPOT in Roscoe is looking to fill gaps in the community by offering healthy and fun
[ more ]
[ more ]
Into The Wild: Canoeing the Sugar River
As with “No Child Left Inside,” welcome to a new series of articles in partnership with Four Rivers Environmental Coalition
[ more ]
[ more ]
Fierce Green Fire: Finding nature’s ballet in the middle of a thunderstorm
By Jonathan Hicks
Staff Writer
It was a dark and stormy night. Or, at least it had been. By this point, the
[ more ]
[ more ]
On Outdoors: Plastic worms go dark in murky water
By Jim Hagerty
Staff Writer
While recreational fishing is meant to come with relaxation and opportunity to take in the beauty of
[ more ]
[ more ]
Annual Dairy Breakfast June 29
From press release
BELVIDERE, Ill.—The 13th Annual Boone County Farm Bureau Dairy Breakfast will be June 29, at Ward-View Farm, 1171
[ more ]
[ more ]
Upcoming programs at Freeport Park District
From press releases
Freeport Park District has a number of classes and programs available this summer. Sign up now for:
Youth Tennis
[ more ]
[ more ]
Pet Talk: The dog’s space at your place
From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University
We all know a happy pet makes for a happy home, so for
[ more ]
[ more ]
25th Stephenson County Ag Breakfast June 26
From press release
FREEPORT, Ill.—WGN radio broadcaster Max Armstrong will be appearing at the 25th Annual Stephenson County Ag Breakfast Saturday,
[ more ]
[ more ]
Wind Ridge Herb Farm celebrates 10 years in business, annual Herb Faire this weekend
By Jim Hagerty
Staff Writer
The public is welcome to help celebrate a local herb farmer’s first decade in business this
[ more ]
[ more ]
Filmmaker Chris Bedford to speak about helping farmers increase sales
From press release
ELIZABETH, Ill.—Chris Bedford will be speaking about his films, including What Will We Eat, at 6:30 p.m., Tuesday,
[ more ]
[ more ]
The Second Half: What have you got to lose?
By Kathleen D. Tresemer
Columnist
In my Second Half, I have an unending urge to SIMPLIFY. This is not just a reference
[ more ]
[ more ]
Superintendent’s Summer Challenge promotes healthy bodies and healthy minds
From press release
Rockford Public Schools has released details of its inaugural Superintendent’s Summer Challenge, a series of nearly 20 summer
[ more ]
[ more ]
Why is breast milk best? It’s all in the genes
From press release
URBANA, Ill.—Is breast milk so different from infant formula? The ability to track which genes are operating
[ more ]
[ more ]
Guest Column: CAFOs endanger human health by breeding disease
By James Wilson
Albert Einstein said: “Nothing will benefit human health and increase chances for survival of the Earth as much
[ more ]
[ more ]
Environment Illinois: Clean Water Restoration Act integral to clean waterways, safe drinking water
By Bruce Ratain
Field Associate, Environment Illinois
From the days of Mark Twain, the mighty Mississippi River has been known the world
[ more ]
[ more ]
Severson Dells Notes: ‘Pack the Preserve!’ June 23-26 at Severson Dells
From Severson Dells Nature Center
“Pack the Preserve!” Wednesday-Saturday, June 23-26, and celebrate Fannie B. Severson’s 369-acre donation to the Winnebago
[ more ]
[ more ]
Pet Talk: Fostering for thought
From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University
Ever have a soft spot for that starry-eyed cat or dog behind the
[ more ]
[ more ]
Waterkeeper News: BP oil spill, protecting rivers, and Clean Water Act
Editor’s note: Art Norris is the Quad Cities Waterkeeper. He looks after 150 miles of the Mississippi River and about
[ more ]
[ more ]
Council of Rockford Gardeners hosts Garden Walk 2010
From press releases, flier
The Council of Rockford Gardeners will host its free Garden Walk 2010 from noon to 8 p.m.,
[ more ]
[ more ]
Adopt a cat from WCAS in June
From press release
Alan is a 1-year-old, outgoing, friendly and affectionate lap cat who likes to give kisses and is
[ more ]
[ more ]
USDA announces Tree Assistance Program sign-up
From press release
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.–Orchardists and nursery tree growers can begin applying for benefits under the Tree Assistance Program announced by
[ more ]
[ more ]
Winnebago County Soil and Water Conservation District celebrates 70 years
From press release
This past May marked the 70th anniversary of the Winnebago County Soil and Water Conservation District’s service to
[ more ]
[ more ]
Canoes and kayaks converge in Aurora
Hope everyone made it to the Second Annual Aurora Paddlesport Festival in Aurora, June 12 and 13. Standard canoes and
[ more ]
[ more ]
Photographing native plants program at Burpee
From press release
Throughout all the beautiful displays of hundreds of wildflowers, butterflies, hummingbirds, bees and songbirds, we think to ourselves,
[ more ]
[ more ]
Choices Natural Health Fair June 19
From press release
Choices Natural Market will host “Choices Natural Health Fair” Saturday, June 19 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
[ more ]
[ more ]
The Second Half: Know your impact
By Kathleen D. Tresemer
Columnist
One of the biggest lessons I have learned in my Second Half is: You never know your
[ more ]
[ more ]
NorthPointe hosts triathlon, Kids Summer Safety Fair June 12
From press release
Saturday, June 12, will be a busy day at NorthPointe Health and Wellness for people of all ages.
[ more ]
[ more ]
Food Bank looks to ‘Refresh Everything’ through Pepsi initiative
From press release
ST. CHARLES, Ill.—You may have seen the commercials, and now Northern Illinois Food Bank (NIFB) needs the support
[ more ]
[ more ]
Liver Foundation’s fund-raiser, Liver Life Walk Rockford, set for June 12
From press release, flier
The American Liver Foundation’s (ALF) fund-raiser Liver Life Walk Rockford 2010 will take place from 3 to
[ more ]
[ more ]
South Beloit woman, Jefferson students awarded for volunteer work
From press release
Northern Illinois Food Bank (NIFB) recently celebrated their 12th annual Celebration of Caring event to honor top companies,
[ more ]
[ more ]
Peanut Butter Rally for Rock River Valley Pantry
From press release
The Peanut Butter Rally, the Rock River Valley Pantry’s program that helps feed children during the summer, will
[ more ]
[ more ]
OSF Saint Anthony Community Health Program offers suggestions to ’save face’
From press release
Not all facial surgeries and treatments are intended purely for the sake of appearance. For some people, having
[ more ]
[ more ]
Straight Shootin’: Use it (responsibly) or lose it
By Eric R. Sonnenberg
In the wake of the recent accidental shooting of a 5-year-old girl by her 8-year-old brother, I
[ more ]
[ more ]
Into The Wild: Go on a safari at Deer Run Forest Preserve
As with “No Child Left Inside,” welcome to a new series of articles in partnership with Four Rivers Environmental Coalition
[ more ]
[ more ]
