Yoga Rockford: A lineage of inspiration

By Jennie Williford Pranayama Yoga Studio Looking back at my years of practice and training under senior Iyengar teachers and looking forward
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April 28, 2010 | Also published in Yoga Rockford | Comments (0)

Bring out the bikes! Bike Safety and Rodeo offered

From press release NorthPointe Health and Wellness is sponsoring a Spring Bike Rodeo and Safety Check from 11 a.m. to 1
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April 28, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

Edgebrook & Learn Great Foods introduce specialty crop demos at Farmers’ Market

From press release Go to the Edgebrook parking lot every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for the annual Farmers’
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April 28, 2010 | Also published in Farmers' Markets> Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Hello, I’m the Quad Cities Waterkeeper

Editor’s note: On very, very short notice, Art Norris agreed to represent the counties of Henry and Rock Island at
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April 28, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Action Alert! You can’t go there anymore!

Editor’s note:  Mr. Lindblade attended the April 16 Creating the Rock River Trail Conference, held at the Best Western Clock
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April 28, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

United Sportsmen’s Youth Foundation’s Annual Fund-raising Banquet May 1

By Susan Johnson Copy Editor The United Sportsmen’s Youth Foundation’s 9th Annual Fund-raising Banquet will be held Saturday, May 1, at 1010
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April 28, 2010 | Also published in Online Exclusives> Outdoors | Comments (0)

The Second Half: Handbook for life–part two

Editor’s note: The following is the second in a four-part series. Part one appeared as an Online Exclusive at rockrivertimes.com. By
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April 28, 2010 | Also published in Online Exclusives> The Second Half | Comments (0)

Pet Talk: Proper dental care for pets

From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University An ounce of prevention may be worth a pound of cure, but when
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April 28, 2010 | Also published in Online Exclusives> Pet Talk | Comments (0)

Edgebrook & Learn Great Foods introduce specialty crop demos at Farmers’ Market

From press release Go to the Edgebrook parking lot every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for the annual Farmers’
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April 28, 2010 | Also published in Farmers' Markets | Comments (0)

Film and Performing Arts Festival promotes HIV/AIDS prevention

From press release The Rockford BASUAH (Brothers and Sisters United Against HIV/AIDS) Coalition is hosting a two-day Film and Performing Arts
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April 21, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

The Second Half: Handbook for life–part one

By Kathleen D. Tresemer Columnist As you know, I get lots of e-mails from readers sending me stuff for folks in their
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April 21, 2010 | Also published in Online Exclusives> The Second Half | Comments (0)

Pet Talk: Proper care of stray animals

From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University Strayed or lost…what to do? When you find an animal wandering, what steps
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April 21, 2010 | Also published in Online Exclusives> Pet Talk | Comments (0)

Touring pelicans make pit stop at Rockford

Ogle County resident Tom Eighmy found these white pelicans resting on an island in the middle of the Rock River
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April 21, 2010 | Also published in Living | Comments (0)

On Outdoors: Park District gets kids hooked on fishing

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer The Rockford Park District is making it possible for kids to discover fishing this summer with two
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April 21, 2010 | Also published in On Outdoors | Comments (0)

Transplant Support group shares stories

Contributed by Michelle Vronch April is National Organ Donor Awareness Month. Recently, a transplant support group got together to share stories
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April 21, 2010 | Also published in Living | Comments (0)

Severson Dells Notes: Celebrate Earth Day with April 22 Wildflower Walkabout

By Don Miller Education Director, Severson Dells Nature Center Thursday, April 22, will be the 40th anniversary of the first Earth Day.
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April 21, 2010 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Man donates kidney to store cashier–a story of faith, courage and hope

By Susan Johnson Copy Editor Easter is a time to celebrate new life, a rebirth of hope. For two families in Evanston,
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April 14, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | 1 Comment

Raw Energy: The basics on fat and nutritional myths

By Brenda Richter All food has a macronutrient content consisting of some combination of protein, fats and carbohydrates. With all of
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April 14, 2010 | Also published in Raw Energy | Comments (0)

On Outdoors: Police video of 2009 train derailment sheds little light on fault, fishing future begins

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer The Winnebago County Sheriff’s Department has released a squad car video that shows the condition of the
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April 14, 2010 | Also published in On Outdoors | Comments (0)

Into The Wild: Visit the vast natural areas of the Byron Forest Preserve

As with “No Child Left Inside,” welcome to a new series of articles in partnership with Four Rivers Environmental Coalition
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April 14, 2010 | Also published in Into The Wild | Comments (0)

The Second Half: Are social seniors networking online?

By Kathleen D. Tresemer Columnist I have been investigating the phenomena of online social networks (see last week’s column). I was surprised
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April 14, 2010 | Also published in Online Exclusives> The Second Half | Comments (0)

Pet Talk: Veterinary technicians help pets stay healthy

From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University As pets become more of an integral part of the family, the demand
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April 14, 2010 | Also published in Online Exclusives> Pet Talk | Comments (0)

Benefit April 17 for Jamie Bubser

From contributed information Jamie Bubser of Pecatonica, Ill., started battling cancer in 2006, when he went to the doctor because a
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April 14, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

‘Circle of Life’ transplant support group welcomes everyone

From press release Taking part in a support group can be a great benefit to everyone involved in the transplant experience.
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April 14, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

OSF St. Anthony offers Infant/Toddler CPR

From press release Parents, babysitters and others who have contact with children are invited to attend an Infant/Toddler CPR course offered
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April 14, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

April 10 event teaches self-defense, benefits Haiti relief

From press release A martial arts event benefiting Haiti Relief will be held at Elite Defense Systems April 10 in Rockford.
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April 7, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

Get trained with Red Cross in April

From press release   The American Red Cross has several upcoming classes in April. It is a great time for residents
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April 7, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

Hulsebus Chiropractic offers free golf health workshops

From press release Dr. Brant Hulsebus, certified golf chiropractor, and Dr. Cory Thiele will present two free seminars about golf do’s
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April 7, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

OSF St. Anthony Center for Life offers ‘Baby Express’

From press release    Although prospective parents want to be well prepared for the birth of their baby, they do not
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April 7, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

Benefit dinner for Mother House set for April 10

From press release   The public is invited to a benefit dinner for Mother House Crisis Nursery from 5:30 to 8
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April 7, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

OSF St. Anthony ‘Stepping Forward’ program offers support for cancer patients

From press release   If you or a family member is diagnosed with cancer, you are probably dealing with a rush
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April 7, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

On Outdoors: Anglers land more than 100 walleyes

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Spring walleye fishing is heating up in the Midwest. A group of Rock Valley Anglers members traveled
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April 7, 2010 | Also published in On Outdoors | 1 Comment

Farmers’ markets offer different strokes for different folks

From press release   URBANA, Ill.—Farmers’ markets are not created equal. Some sell only fresh produce while others offer entertainment and
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April 7, 2010 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

April 16 deadline to sign up for Great American Cleanup

From press release LOVES PARK, Ill.—Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful (KNIB) reminds area residents that the deadline to register for this year’s
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April 7, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Get Growing: Vegetable gardening class for beginners

From press release   As part of the Plant-A-Row for the Hungry initiative, University of Illinois Extension-Winnebago County is offering a
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April 7, 2010 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

The Second Half: Social networking in the second half

By Kathleen D. Tresemer Columnist I am generally not that social. Don’t get me wrong…I can socialize with the best of them,
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April 7, 2010 | Also published in Online Exclusives> The Second Half | Comments (0)

Pet Talk: When the snakes come marching in

From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University Winter is gone, spring is finally here, and most of us cannot wait
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April 7, 2010 | Also published in Online Exclusives> Pet Talk | Comments (0)

Into The Wild: Hike or bike the Cherry Valley Path

As with “No Child Left Inside,” welcome to a new series of articles in partnership with Four Rivers Environmental Coalition
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March 31, 2010 | Also published in Into The Wild | Comments (0)

The Second Half: The three essential ingredients to renewal at any age

By Kathleen D. Tresemer Columnist Oh, happy days! Flowers are blooming, birds are singing, and the motorcycles are rumbling up and down
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March 31, 2010 | Also published in The Second Half | 1 Comment

Yoga Rockford: The experiment of yoga

By Jennie Williford Pranayama Yoga Studio B.K.S, Iyengar is quoted as saying that “for a yogi, the body is the laboratory for
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March 31, 2010 | Also published in Yoga Rockford | Comments (0)

16th Annual Botanica–a gardener’s luncheon

From press release Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden presents Botanica Wednesday, April 21, at Cliffbreakers Restaurant in Rockford. Botanica is well
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March 31, 2010 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Fierce Green Fire: Everyone deserves a ‘Spring Break’ to enjoy the outdoors

By Jonathan Hicks Staff Writer Spring Break is the best thing ever. I exaggerate, of course, but it is pretty great. It
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March 31, 2010 | Also published in Fierce Green Fire | Comments (0)

OSF St. Anthony Medical Center offers free child car seat safety checks

From press release While most parents believe their children’s car seats are safe, statistics show more than 85 percent of the
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March 31, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

SWCD holds free rain barrel workshop April 6

From press release A free rain barrel workshop will be held from 3 to 4 p.m., Tuesday, April 6, at the
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March 31, 2010 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

On Outdoors: White House outdoors conference April 16

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Championing President Barack Obama’s conservation vision for the 21st century, the White House Conference on America’s Outdoors
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March 31, 2010 | Also published in On Outdoors | Comments (0)

Expanded hours at Klehm Arboretum

From press release Summer hours go into effect beginning Thursday, April 1, at Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden, 2715 S. Main
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March 31, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Wacoal hosts local Fi(GH)t for the Cure event

From press release Step into the ring with Wacoal to help knock out breast cancer with Fi(GH)t for the Cure! Participate
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March 31, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

OSF St. Anthony Center for Life offers ‘Baby 101′ for expectant parents

From press release Offered by the OSF St. Anthony Center for Life, the four-session Preparation for Parenthood classes (“Baby 101”) help
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March 31, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

‘Celebrate Earth’: Visit fourriver.org for a list of more than 50 public events

From press release Celebrate Earth, April 1-May 9, is the Four Rivers Environmental Coalition’s collection of environmental events to honor the
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March 31, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Sleep support group meets in March

From press release The A.W.A.K.E. (Alert, Well, And Keeping Energetic) support group will meet from 6 to 7 p.m., Wednesday, March
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March 31, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)


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