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Beloit Regional Hospice to host holiday grief support group

Online Staff Report BELOIT, Wis.— Beloit Regional Hospice is hosting another holiday grief support group from 11 a.m. to noon,
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SwedishAmerican to host holiday grief program

Online Staff Report For individuals who are grieving the death of a loved one, the approaching holiday season can be
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Health Matters: Do the new trendy diet drugs work?

Editor’s note: The following is the first in a new series of columns by student and faculty members of
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One Green Thing: Everything has a website

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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Guest Column: Formation of Atten’s Landing in Pecatonica under way

By Roger Schamberger Friends of the Pecatonica River Foundation PECATONICA, Ill. — The Friends of the Pecatonica River Foundation (FPRF) are
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37 percent of area homeless are homeless for the first time

Staff Report According to the 23rd annual Snapshot Survey conducted in October by the Association of Gospel Rescue Missions (AGRM), about
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Surviving holiday indulgences

By Marilyn Csernus, MS, RD, CDE Nutrition & Wellness Educator, University of Illinois Extension Serving Boone, DeKalb, & Ogle Counties Maintaining a
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Tips for those coping with Alzheimer’s during the holidays

Staff Report For most families, the holiday season is a time for gathering, sharing, laughter and memories. However, for those affected
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Mammograms offered for women in need

Staff Report The SwedishAmerican Center For Women recently established Project F.A.M.E. (Funding and Advocacy for Mammography Exams) to help provide routine
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Tips to curb thoughtless eating

Staff Report MILWAUKEE — It’s a common scenario that many people often find themselves in: eating and overeating without rhyme or
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‘Hoo’ Haven receives grant to provide special programs

Staff Report Local wildlife rehabilitation facility, “Hoo” Haven, Inc., near Durand, Ill., has expanded its education program with the addition
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Guest Column: Laughter does have health benefits, researchers find

By Mark Underwood Laughing and telling jokes with friends is not just fun, it is good for your brain health. You’ve probably
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Guest Column: ‘Quest for Living’ columnist reflects on TRRT’s 25 years

Editor’s note: The Rock River Times will feature various items from previous columnists and contributors throughout the year as
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OSF Saint Anthony seeks public feedback through survey

Staff Report OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, in collaboration with the Rockford Health Council, is conducting a Community Health Needs Assessment
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OSF offers holiday nutrition classes

Staff Report We all know the holidays are a tough time to stick to healthy eating habits. That’s why OSF
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Ribbon-cutting for new dialysis center Dec. 11 in Durand

Staff Report DURAND, Ill. — A new, $200,000 onsite dialysis unit specifically designed for rehabilitation patients having end-stage renal disease will
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SwedishAmerican Hospital awarded ‘A’ for patient safety

Online Staff Report Rockford’s SwedishAmerican Hospital, 1401 E. State St., was honored with an “A” Hospital Safety Score by The Leapfrog
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U of I Extension radon program offered in Pecatonica Dec. 13

Staff Report PECATONICA, Ill. — You may have heard of radon, but what is it really? Radon is a gas produced
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Yoga Rockford: ‘Tis the season for yoga

By Jennie Williford Pranayama Yoga Studio Holidays are celebrated all over the world at this time of year. It is the season
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Sand Ridge Prairie tree farm donates branches, sells trees

Staff Report OREGON, Ill. — Evergreen branches decorating Oregon’s downtown were donated by the Prairie Preservation Society of Ogle County (PPSOC)
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‘Snakes Alive’ presentation educates, fascinates in Byron

Staff Report BYRON, Ill. — An appreciative audience was treated to a personal experience with local reptiles Nov. 8. Tom Kessenich
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Importance of grandparents and grandkids working on their relationship

By Phyllis Picklesimer Media/Communications Specialist, University of Illinois College of ACES News and Public Affairs URBANA, Ill. — The bond between grandparents
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Unity Hospice celebrates its 20th anniversary

By Mary Deem Maxted Administrator Unity Hospice of Western Illinois has a story to share with you — a story about heroes,
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Crusader receives high ratings from patients

Staff Report Each year, Crusader Community Health conducts a confidential survey of patients regarding their experience at its four clinic locations.
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Van Matre HealthSouth receives clinical award

Staff Report Rockford’s Van Matre HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital has been honored for its clinical excellence among HealthSouth’s network of rehabilitation hospitals.
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‘Dinosores’ topic of Nov. 25 lecture at Burpee Museum

Online Staff Report Dr. Joseph Peterson will deliver a 70th Anniversary of Burpee Museum Lecture Series lecture at 2 p.m., Sunday,
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Tips to avoid regret of weight gain during Thanksgiving season

Staff Report MILWAUKEE — This holiday season, TOPS Club, Inc. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), the nonprofit weight-loss support organization, encourages people
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A guide to help you select the perfect Christmas tree

Staff Report Christmas trees come in different varieties. Knowing the differences can make the selection process easier, said Candice Miller, University
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One Green Thing: Odds and ends …

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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Apply for seasonal Park District positions by Dec. 16

Staff Report Rockford Park District uses technology to help customer service-oriented people apply for 2013 seasonal employment opportunities at Magic Waters
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Simple tips to eat healthy through the holidays

By Phyllis Picklesimer Media/Communications Specialist, University of Illinois College of ACES News and Public Affairs URBANA, Ill. — Are you worried about
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Rockford Memorial earns multiple HealthGrades awards

Staff Report Rockford Memorial Hospital (RMH) has again been recognized for its high quality of care, receiving numerous awards from
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SwedishAmerican announces capital improvements

Staff Report SwedishAmerican Hospital recently began the first of several capital improvement projects that will enhance patient care, employee satisfaction and
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Remedies Renewing Lives hosts Seventh Annual Ball Nov. 17

Online Staff Report Remedies Renewing Lives will host approximately 225 guests at the Remedies Seventh Annual Ball from 6 to 11
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Raw Energy: What prevents one from feeling his or her best?

By Brenda Richter Although there are many possibilities that prevent us from operating at our best, a few of the
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Free seven-week Quit Smoking Class offered beginning Nov. 20

Staff Report GPS Faith Community, in partnership with the Winnebago County Health Department (WCHD), is offering a seven-week Quit Smoking Class
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‘Alaskan Explorer’ cruise to benefit Midwest Museum in Sycamore

Staff Report SYCAMORE, Ill. — Those who have always wanted to see Alaska and have a chance to see the natural
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‘Managing Diabetes Through the Holidays’ offered Dec. 6

Staff Report Tantalizing treats are an inevitable part of the holiday season. Many people try to avoid over-indulging during this festive
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Help keep an eye on Rockford parks

Staff Report The Rockford Park District Police Department encourages community involvement in helping with safety and security of the park system
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‘Is Entrepreneurial Farming for You?’ offered Dec. 3

By Susan Jongeneel Media/Communications Specialist, University of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences URBANA, Ill. — Farmers are working to
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Are you exercising your brain? Tips to help you improve your cognitive health

By Phyllis Picklesimer Media/Communications Specialist, University of Illinois College of ACES News and Public Affairs URBANA, Ill. — When someone asks you
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Seated meditation with Zen Master Meido Moore Roshi Nov. 19

By Karen Radtke ROSCOE, Ill. — Zen Master Meido Moore Roshi will be conducting Zazen (seated meditation) and leading discussion at
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Is it time to trade in or trash a holiday tradition?

By Phyllis Picklesimer Media/Communications Specialist, University of Illinois College of ACES News and Public Affairs URBANA, Ill. — What happens when a
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Nov. 15 candlelight service to honor, memorialize those with Alzheimer’s

Staff Report DIXON, Ill. — The Alzheimer’s Association-Rock River Branch will hold its annual Candlelight Service at 6 p.m., Thursday,
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State’s organ, tissue donor campaign wins awards

• More than 5.1 million people are registered with the organ/tissue donor program Staff Report Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White (D) won
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Toddlers’ choosy eating: Just relax, it’s probably normal!

By Phyllis Picklesimer Media/Communications Specialist, University of Illinois College of ACES News and Public Affairs URBANA, Ill. — What is the greatest
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Free massage therapy class offered at Rockford Career College

Online Staff Report Rockford Career College, 1130 S. Alpine Road, Rockford, will be offering a free Introduction to Massage Therapy
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Chronic wasting disease control program results for 2011-2012

By Douglas R. Dufford District Wildlife Biologist, Illinois Department of Natural Resources Chronic wasting disease (CWD) is a fatal disease of
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Raw Energy: Going raw for the holidays

By Brenda Richter The holidays are fast approaching, and eating healthy and staying on track can be tough with regular
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Adjusting to healthier school meals

By Marilyn Csernus, MS, RD, CDE Nutrition & Wellness Educator, University of Illinois Extension Serving Boone, DeKalb, & Ogle Counties Change is
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