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LIVESTRONG at the YMCA receives $15,000 donation

Staff Report As a part of their commitment to the community and healthy living, SwedishAmerican has granted the LIVESTRONG at the
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January 30, 2013 | Also published in Living> Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Groundhog Gala fund-raiser Jan. 26 at Midwest Museum of Natural History

Online Staff Report SYCAMORE, Ill. — Where can you chat with a dinosaur expert as you sip wine from across the
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January 23, 2013 | Also published in Living | Comments (0)

Meet the Buyers event for fruit, vegetable farmers Jan. 29

Online Staff Report Farmers wanting to meet regional fresh produce buyers are invited to attend a Meet the Buyers event from
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January 23, 2013 | Also published in Living | Comments (0)

GiGi’s Playhouse hosts programs for puberty education Jan. 26

Online Staff Report MACHESNEY PARK, Ill. — GiGi’s Playhouse, 8801 N. Second St., Suite 2, Machesney Park, Ill., has announced that
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January 23, 2013 | Also published in Living | Comments (0)

Health Matters: ‘I’m no racist, but …’: Hidden messages in everyday conversations

By Mina Tanaka Medical student and member of the student group, Physicians for Social Responsibility, University of Illinois College of Medicine
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January 23, 2013 | Also published in Health & Fitness> Living | 1 Comment

Antarctic vertebrate fossils topic of Jan. 27 lecture at Burpee Museum

Staff Report Joshua Matthews, chief fossil preparator and research assistant at Augustana College in Rock Island, Ill., will present “Dinosaurs ‘On
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January 23, 2013 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Local gym, restaurant team up to promote healthy living

Staff Report Jan. 11, Rockford’s FitMe Wellness and Octane InterLounge announced their new menu geared toward the improved health and wellness
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January 23, 2013 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

OSF Saint Anthony Foundation hosts 59th Pink Ball Jan. 26

Staff Report Sponsored by the OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center Foundation, the 59th Annual Pink Ball will be held beginning with
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January 23, 2013 | Also published in Health & Fitness> Living | Comments (0)

Blood replenishment drive Jan. 24 for Oregon, Ill., burn victims

Staff Report OREGON, Ill. — A blood replenishment drive in honor of Thomas Jones and Chelsea Janssen will be from
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January 23, 2013 | Also published in Health & Fitness> Living | Comments (0)

Six-week ‘Train Your Brain’ program begins Jan. 30

Staff Report DIXON, Ill. — The Alzheimer’s Association-Rock River Branch is looking for individuals in their 40s and older to participate
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January 23, 2013 | Also published in Living> Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Flu outbreak prompts reminder from senior care experts

Online Staff Report This flu season is shaping up to be one of the worst in decades — with the Centers
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January 17, 2013 | Also published in Happening Now> Living> Local News> Nation & World | Comments (0)

Horicon Marsh hosts Candlelight Snowshoe and Hike Jan. 19

Online Staff Report HORICON, Wis. — Winter adventure awaits your family Jan. 19 in and around the Horicon Marsh, one of
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January 16, 2013 | Also published in Living | Comments (0)

Elkhorn Creek Biodiversity Preserve subject of Jan. 17 event

Online Staff Report “Restoring the Elkhorn Creek Biodiversity Preserve” will be the subject of a Jan. 17 Wild Ones — Rock
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January 16, 2013 | Also published in Living | Comments (0)

Celebrate the New Year with 10 free flowering trees

Online Staff Report Residents of Illinois can ring in the New Year with 10 free flowering trees by joining
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January 16, 2013 | Also published in Living | Comments (0)

Snow Sculpting Competition canceled

Staff Report The 27th Annual Illinois Snow Sculpting Competition at Sinnissippi Park, 1401 N. Second St., Rockford, has been
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January 16, 2013 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Ask the Doc: Keeping yourself ‘in tune’ with chiropractic

Editor’s note: Dr. Philip Schalow’s new featured article, “Ask the Doc,” will appear monthly. Send questions for Dr. Schalow to
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January 16, 2013 | Also published in 1st Step Chiropractic> Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Federal government takes action on radon gas to prevent lung cancer in 2013

• January is National Radon Awareness Month Staff Report January is Radon Action Month, according to the Suregeon General. Health agencies throughout
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January 16, 2013 | Also published in Health & Fitness> Living | Comments (0)

Winnebago County Soil & Water Conservation District 72nd Annual Meeting & Awards Luncheon

Staff Report The Winnebago County Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD) is an organization that promotes the protection, maintenance, improvement
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January 16, 2013 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | 1 Comment

Rockford YMCA waives joiner fee in January

Staff Report The YMCA of Rock River Valley is waiving its joiner fee throughout the month of January with up to
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January 9, 2013 | Also published in Health & Fitness> Living | Comments (0)

Snow sculpting competition postponed to Jan. 23-26 at Sinnissippi

Staff Report The 27th Annual Illinois Snow Sculpting Competition scheduled for Jan. 16-19 at Sinnissippi Park, 1401 N. Second St., Rockford,
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January 9, 2013 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

University of Illinois Herb Day set for Jan. 19 in Urbana, Ill.

Staff Report URBANA, Ill. — The featured speakers for University of Illinois Herb Day are both informative and entertaining, according to
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January 9, 2013 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Free winter activities return to Eclipse Lagoon

Staff Report Conditions are perfect for going ice skating or playing hockey outdoors at the newly-remodeled Eclipse Lagoon in Sinnissippi Gardens
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January 9, 2013 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | 1 Comment

Zen meditation set for Jan. 14 at Roscoe’s Lazy Dog Yoga Studio

Staff Report ROSCOE, Ill. — Zen Master Meido Moore Roshi will be conducting Zazen (seated meditation) and leading discussion at 7:45
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January 9, 2013 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Set ‘SMART’ goals for a healthy new year

By Phyllis Picklesimer Media/Communications Specialist, University of Illinois College of ACES News and Public Affairs URBANA, Ill. — If you’re making New
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January 9, 2013 | Also published in Health & Fitness> Living | Comments (0)

Illinois’ smoke-free law celebrates five years

Staff Report Jan. 1, 2013, marked the fifth anniversary of the Smoke Free Illinois Act, which protects everyone, regardless of where
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January 9, 2013 | Also published in Living> Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

One Green Thing: Tips for improving the air quality

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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January 2, 2013 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Resolve to eat healthier — and save money, too

Staff Report MILWAUKEE — It’s the beginning of the New Year, and resolutions abound for many. Losing weight, exercising more frequently,
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January 2, 2013 | Also published in Health & Fitness> Living | Comments (0)

Park District hosts Community Snow Sculpting Contest

Staff Report Be on the lookout for “random acts of snow sculpting” throughout the community this season as the Rockford Park
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January 2, 2013 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

SwedishAmerican to open new clinic in Rockton

Staff Report SwedishAmerican Medical Group has announced plans to establish a new clinic in the village of Rockton, Ill. Scheduled to
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January 2, 2013 | Also published in Living> Online Exclusives | 2 Comments

OSF to open Byron, Rockton locations in August 2013

Staff Report Officials at OSF HealthCare have announced plans to open two new OSF Medical Group offices in August 2013
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January 2, 2013 | Also published in Living> Online Exclusives | 1 Comment

Audubon Society to host programs in January

Staff Report Northwest Illinois Audubon Society is offering two programs in January. Tuesday, Jan. 8, Andy Paulios, the coordinator of the
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January 2, 2013 | Also published in Living> Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Health Matters: Beyond the pill

By Taylor Stanton Medical student and member of the student group, Physicians for Social Responsibility, University of Illinois College of Medicine
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December 26, 2012 | Also published in Health & Fitness> Living | 2 Comments

Yoga Rockford: Begin the journey of yoga back to your self

By Jennie Williford Pranayama Yoga Studio The new year is upon us, and it is a good time to reflect on our
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December 26, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford> Yoga Rockford | 2 Comments

Death of hemlock trees yields new life for hardwood trees

By Debra Levey Larson Media/Communications Specialist, University of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences URBANA, Ill. — Because of
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December 26, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Crimson Pointe named one of Illinois’ top 20 assisted living communities

Staff Report Rockford’s Crimson Pointe Assisted Living has been named one of the top 20 assisted living communities in Illinois by
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December 26, 2012 | Also published in Health & Fitness> Living | Comments (0)

The top five oral health resolutions for 2013

By Delta Dental of Illinois NAPERVILLE, Ill. — With a new calendar year on the horizon, many people are engaging in
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December 26, 2012 | Also published in Health & Fitness> Living | Comments (0)

Winter weather safety tips for pet owners

Staff Report Indoor pets not acclimated to winter temperatures should not be left outside in cold weather for long periods. Outdoor
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December 26, 2012 | Also published in Health & Fitness> Living | Comments (0)

Caring Canines therapy dogs celebrate 20,000th visit

Staff Report The Caring Canines therapy dogs at Rockford’s SwedishAmerican Hospital first brought smiles to patients, guests and staff members
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December 26, 2012 | Also published in Living> Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Tracking the origins of HIV

By Susan Jongeneel Media/Communications Specialist, University of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences URBANA, Ill. — Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)
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December 26, 2012 | Also published in Living> Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Forest preserves, equestrian trails to close during deer shotgun season

Online Staff Report The Winnebago County Forest Preserve District will close five preserves and equestrian trails because of safety concerns during
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December 20, 2012 | Also published in Happening Now> Living> Local News | Comments (0)

Health Department reports increase in influenza-like illness

Online Staff Report Winnebago County Health Department (WCHD) is reporting a recent increase in influenza activity in the community, indicating the
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December 20, 2012 | Also published in Happening Now> Living | Comments (0)

Spare a little care this holiday season — Adopt-A-Manatee

Online Staff Report When the thought really counts, giving a holiday gift that matters is as easy as adopting a
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December 19, 2012 | Also published in Living | Comments (0)

Klehm offers ‘Winter 2013: Amateur Photography Contest’

Staff Report Photographers of all ages are invited to capture snowy landscapes, wildlife and plants in their winter form in Klehm
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December 19, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Tips to make holiday cooking healthier

Staff Report MILWAUKEE — Pie, mashed potatoes, cookies and carved ham — these are just a few of the popular seasonal
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December 19, 2012 | Also published in Health & Fitness> Living | Comments (0)

Dr. Julia’s Inn: Building up your immune system naturally

By Dr. Julia Whipkey-Michniewicz, N.D. Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine With cold and flu season now upon us, it is never
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December 19, 2012 | Also published in Dr. Julia's Inn> Living> Naturally Rockford | 1 Comment

One Green Thing: When you run out …

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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December 19, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

EPA awards grants to protect women, children from mercury in Great Lakes fish

Staff Report CHICAGO — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced Oct. 4 two Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI) grants totaling
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December 19, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Crusader opens walk-in pediatric clinic on Broadway

Staff Report Kids Care Now, a new clinic option for unexpected pediatric illness, is now open at the Crusader Community Health
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December 19, 2012 | Also published in Living> Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Holidays a time to monitor, address hearing loss

By Professional Hearing & Audiology Clinics Professional Hearing & Audiology Clinics are urging families within the Rockford area to be alert
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December 19, 2012 | Also published in Living> Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Adopt healthy skin habits in the new year

Staff Report NEW YORK — Adopting healthy skin habits in 2013 could save your life. Thousands of people in the
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December 19, 2012 | Also published in Living> Online Exclusives | 1 Comment


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