Monster trucks invade MetroCentre Feb. 5-6

From press release The Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam Thunder Nationals, the world’s premier monster truck series, will entertain at the
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Roy Gayle Park receives IDNR state grant for development

From press release The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) announced that the Rockford Park District’s matching grant application for the
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Raw Energy: Eating raw can provide all the nutrients your body needs

By Brenda Richter Anyone can experience improved levels of health and vitality by eating at least 50 percent raw foods, and
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Pet Talk: The joy and troubles of feeding wildlife

From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University I once had a sparrow alight upon my shoulder for a moment, while
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Poetry Foundation: The chisel: How poetry can break open pop criticism

By Douglas Wolk Poetry Media Service Criticism: I, too, dislike it. It’s what I do for a living, though—I write about pop
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Bulls will need to act quickly as soon as free agency begins

By S.C. Zuba Sports Columnist Think back to 1998—more specifically, the Chicago Bulls of 1998. Chicago legends like Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen
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Pet Talk: Jogging with your dog

From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University Jogging with a friend can help keep you motivated and fit. So should
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Police Department graduates 16 from Crisis Intervention Team Training

From press releases Friday, Jan. 15, 16 Rockford Police officers completed 40 hours of training in Crisis Intervention Team Training. The
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Rasmussen College hosts career workshops to prepare for upcoming career fair

From press release Rasmussen College in Rockford, will host a series of career workshops through January and February to prepare people
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CUB issues consumer alert on gas bill myths

‘Winter Survival Center’ helps consumers avoid pricey pitfalls during coldest months From press release In the wake of a January jump in
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Program about video gambling and its effects on Illinois Jan. 28

From press release The Rev. Eugene Winkler, a member of the Illinois Gaming Board, will speak about video gambling and its
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BBB warns consumers of threats as banks raise rates

From press release Banks are increasing credit card rates and fees next month, an action many consumers have forgotten about because
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‘The Biggest Loser’ and General Mills team up to support food banks

From press release ST. CHARLES, Ill.—The Northern Illinois Food Bank (NIFB) is hoping to cash in on one of the top
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‘Rock ‘N Roll Up Your Sleeve 2010’ Jan. 23

From press release Maverick Media’s Rock station 104.9 The X Rocks and the Rock River Valley Blood Center are proud to bring you
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Pet Talk: Captive vs. wild

From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University “Mom, can I keep it?” is a question typically heard in reference to
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Veteran sportscaster Charlie Adams speaks to Rockford Wildcats AAU Jan. 27

From press release As the first semester of this school year winds down, high school student athletes step back to evaluate
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Battle of the Badges set for Jan. 30

From press release For more than 90 years, the Rock River Chapter of the American Red Cross has empowered community members
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OSF Center for Health introduces ‘Safety & Self-Defense’ classes

From press release The OSF St. Anthony Center for Sports Medicine and Health Fitness is continuing weekly Safety & Self-Defense classes in January
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Sweet corn study provides large-scale picture of better fields

From press release URBANA—In what amounted to a kind of census of sweet corn grown for processing, three years of data
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Radon gas killed 20,000 Americans in their homes in 2009

From press release The World Health Organization and Environmental Protection Agency have announced a call to action for Americans to test
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Colder temps cause rise in demand, natural gas costs

From press release NAPERVILLE, Ill.—With the New Year bringing colder temperatures, natural gas prices have begun to increase with demand for
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Illinois Master Naturalist Program holds information sessions

From press release The University of Illinois Extension will hold two public information sessions on the Illinois Master Naturalist Program in
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Pet Talk: Flea allergy dermatitis

From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University All pet owners recognize the signs—the itching, the scratching, the biting, the licking.
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District 205: New notification system works best if parents update contact information

From press release Parents of children attending Rockford Public Schools are encouraged to update their contact information so they don’t miss
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Secretary of State Jesse White issues reminder of new law on low-speed vehicles

From press release Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White is reminding owners  of low-speed vehicles that a new law effective Jan.
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OSF St. Anthony Community Health Program explores ‘Complementary Medicine’

From press release Complementary Medicine: Maximizing Your Health & Wellness is the title of the free OSF St. Anthony Medical Center Community
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Youth gaining insight to conservation

From press release The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service had an extraordinary summer providing youth employment at National Wildlife Refuges in
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Pet Talk: Adding a (four-legged) member to the family

From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University Babies are wonderful additions to a family that can bring great happiness, but
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Crusader Community Health receives $5.3 million in Recovery and Reinvestment Act funds

From press release Crusader Community Health received $5,342,337 in grant funding through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to construct a
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Bright Lights initiative to ‘crowdsource’ cultural opportunities in Freeport meets Jan. 13

From press release FREEPORT, Ill.—A group of Stephenson County residents interested in expanding the range of cultural, social and intellectual experiences
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Earth Talk: ‘Enertia houses’—harnessing the properties of thermal inertia

From the Editors of E/The Environmental Magazine Dear EarthTalk: I recently saw a reference to “Enertia houses” that require little in
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OSF Center for Health offers Gentle Yoga classes

From press release The OSF St. Anthony Center for Sports Medicine and Health Fitness is continuing a series of Gentle Yoga classes at
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Augustana students spend winter in the Cascade Mountains

From press release ROCK ISLAND, Ill.—Nineteen adventurous students from Augustana College will make a cross-country trek Jan. 3, 2010, ending in
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Pet Talk: Adding a (four-legged) member to the family

From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University Babies are wonderful additions to a family that can bring great happiness, but
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Beware of online ads for teeth-whitening products

From press release The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is warning consumers to be extremely wary of pervasive online ads offering the
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Earth Talk: The cost of losing tropical rainforests

From the Editors of E/The Environmental Magazine Dear EarthTalk: Do you have current facts and figures about how much rainforest is
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Xocai chocolate can assist with your health treatment plan

From press release Nine out of 10 people eat chocolate and 50 percent of them say they can’t live without it.
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Rural America more prosperous than expected

From press release URBANA, Ill.—For many people. rural is synonymous with low incomes, limited economic opportunity and poor schools. However, a recent
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Mail-in rebates: Now available in paper or plastic

From press release Once the excitement of the holidays wears off, people turn to the promised rewards of mail-in rebates. However,
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Consumers choose locally-grown, environmentally-friendly apples

From press release URBANA, Ill.—When asked to compare apples to apples, consumers said they would pay more for locally-grown apples than
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Bicycle planning meeting Jan. 12, 2010, at RMAP

From press release The League of Illinois Bicyclists (LIB) has posted a notice regarding upcoming seminars on bicycle planning. Ten
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State Rep. Jefferson supports bill to assist auto dealerships in re-establishing franchise agreements

From press release Legislation passed by state Rep. Chuck Jefferson (D-Rockford) and the Illinois General Assembly earlier this year to
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University of Illinois Extension Master Gardener Program seeks applicants

From press release University of Illinois Extension-Winnebago County is currently accepting applications for the 2010 Master Gardener Training Course. Individuals
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Rock River Center offers holiday meal, special music Dec. 16

From press release OREGON, Ill.—Special music and a holiday meal will be offered at Rock River Center Wednesday, Dec. 16. The
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Byron Museum unveils new exhibit

From press release BYRON, Ill.—The Byron Museum of History has announced an upcoming exhibit focused on the history of businesses in
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Pet Talk: The importance of supplements for your pets

From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University We all want our pets to live long, happy and healthy lives. To
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Park District receives IDNR snowmobile grant

From press release The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) has awarded a $40,820 state snowmobile trail grant to the
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Park District offers holiday gift ideas

From press release Looking for gifts of recreation and leisure enjoyment? Stop by Rockford Park District Customer Service in downtown Rockford
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Auditions Dec. 14-15 for TownSquare Players’ 1776

From press release WOODSTOCK, Ill.—TownSquare Players (TSP), the oldest resident community theater company of the Woodstock Opera House, has announced details
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Angelo’s Restaurant offers cozy dining experience

By Susan Johnson Copy Editor Angelo’s Restaurant, 2583 N. Mulford Road, Rockford, invites you to try them out for great food,
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