One Green Thing: Use less electricity — and at the same time, become safer

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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Rain barrels can offer big savings

• Collecting rainwater for use in  your garden can help save on  your water bill this summer Staff Report URBANA, Ill. — The
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Ask the Doc: Do I have scoliosis and can chiropractic help me?

Editor’s note: Dr. Philip Schalow’s new featured article, “Ask the Doc,” will appear monthly. This is the fifth column in
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NIU students urged to donate responsibly, recognize social impact

Online Staff Report DEKALB, Ill. — With the end of the spring term and students packing up for the summer break,
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Yoga Rockford: Vipassana Meditation takes aim at personal suffering

By Jennie Williford Pranayama Yoga Studio Embarking on my eighth Vipassana Meditation course, I am again compelled to remind the people of
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Rockton River Market set for May 8-Oct. 31

Online Staff Report ROCKTON, Ill. — The Rockton Chamber is hosting the Rockton River Market May 8-Oct. 31 on Wedenesdays from
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One Green Thing: Green living is made even harder by the fine print

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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Dr. Julia’s Inn: Your immune system and pH in water — part one

By Dr. Julia Whipkey-Michniewicz, N.D. Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine There is not a day in my office that new clients
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Illinois Vipassana Meditation Center open house May 11 in Pecatonica

Staff Report PECATONICA, Ill. — The Illinois Vipassana Meditation Center (Dhamma Pakasa) invites the public to its 10th annual open
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Ask the Doc: Is chiropractic safe for those who have had surgery?

Editor’s note: Dr. Philip Schalow’s new featured article, “Ask the Doc,” will appear monthly. This is the fourth column in
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What makes a food organic, and is the extra money you’ll spend worth it?

By Phyllis Picklesimer Media/Communications Specialist, University of Illinois College of ACES News and Public Affairs URBANA, Ill. — Organic foods have gone
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Workshop on F.M. Alexander technique offered April 9

Online Staff Report Many people can be very successful at their craft without having training in how their bodies actually do
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Sustainable landscaping series begins April 8 in Oregon, Ill.

Online Staff Report OREGON, Ill. — Sustainable landscaping is part of a growing national effort in the landscaping industry. Sustainable landscapes
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Yoga Rockford: The pleasure and pain of yoga

By Jennie Williford Pranayama Yoga Studio We have all heard of the benefits of yoga and have seen images of beautiful people
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One Green Thing: Are you embarrassed to not be green?

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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Ask the Doc: ‘Ask the Doc’ responds to a question about Sydenham’s Chorea

Editor’s note: Dr. Philip Schalow’s new featured article, “Ask the Doc,” will appear monthly. This is the third column in
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Dr. Julia’s Inn: The correlation between weight loss, sleep and thyroid issues

By Dr. Julia Whipkey-Michniewicz, N.D. Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine Part 3 of a 3-part series The best way to end this wonderful three-part
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Registration open for classes at Angelic Organics Learning Center

Online Staff Report CALEDONIA, Ill. — The DIY (Do It Yourself) movement continues to grow in popularity. Folks from all walks
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Openfields Local Foods Conference March 16 at Atwood Center

Staff Report University of Illinois Extension and the Winnebago County Local Foods Workgroup present the Fourth Annual Openfields Local Food Conference
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Yoga Rockford: Yoga from the ground up

By Jennie Williford Pranayama Yoga Studio Since most of us are controlled by and live in our heads most of the time,
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Meet the Buyers event in DeKalb March 6

• Registration due March 4 Online Staff Report BLOOMINGTON, Ill. — Farmers wanting to meet regional fresh produce buyers are invited to attend
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Dr. Julia’s Inn: The correlation between weight loss, sleep and thyroid issues

By Dr. Julia Whipkey-Michniewicz, N.D. Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine Part 2 of a 3-part series This is part two of a three-part
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Angelic Organics’ ‘Farmer John’ launches Kickstarter campaign

Staff Report CALEDONIA, Ill. — Farmer John Peterson believes everyone needs a farm to love. He’s raising $150,000 on Kickstarter, the
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Applications for Community Action Gardens now available

• Informational meeting Feb. 21, application deadline March 8 Online Staff Report Applications are now available for participation in the Community Action Gardens,
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Ask the Doc: What is a ‘standard’ chiropractor and who sets the standard?

Editor’s note: Dr. Philip Schalow’s new featured article, “Ask the Doc,” will appear monthly. This is the second in the
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Dr. Julia’s Inn: The correlation between weight loss, sleep and thyroid issues

By Dr. Julia Whipkey-Michniewicz, N.D. Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine (First of a series) It is hard to believe that Jan. 1
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Submissions sought for Green Lens Environmental Film Festival

Staff Report DEKALB, Ill. — In celebration of Earth Day, Northern Illinois University (NIU) will host the Third Annual Green Lens
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Stateline Fruit and Vegetable Growers Conference at Midway Village Feb. 11

Online Staff Report University of Illinois Extension and University of Wisconsin-Extension will co-host the 17th Annual Stateline Fruit and Vegetable Growers
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Angelic Organics offers winter classes for kids, adults

Online Staff Report CALEDONIA, Ill. — The veggie fields are still resting under the light blanket of snow, but there are
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UI Extension workshops address food safety

By Leanne Lucas University of Illinois Extension News Writer University of Illinois Extension is offering the Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) Workshop at
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Yoga Rockford: The purpose of yoga postures

By Jennie Williford Pranayama Yoga Studio Out of the 196 Yoga Sutras of Patanjali that describe the practice and philosophy of yoga,
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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: 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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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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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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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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‘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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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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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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One Green Thing: Put your hands together for some applause

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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Yoga Rockford: Yoga: For mind, not body

By Jennie Williford Pranayama Yoga Studio The great Indian sage Patanjali defines yoga in the Yoga Sutras as, “Yoga is the cessation
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Dr. Julia’s Inn: Gut health and healthy immune system

By Dr. Julia Whipkey-Michniewicz, N.D. Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine While in New York City, I recently met Dr. Lamm, M.D.,
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