‘Love Letters’ Feb. 10-12 benefits Rockford College

Staff Report For three benefit performances, two of Rockford’s best-known professional actors, Linda Abronski and Stephen F. Vrtol III, under the
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Salvino’s grand opening at Clock Tower Feb. 8-12

Staff Report Salvino’s Italian Restaurant and Jazz Lounge and the Rockford Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon-cutting event as part
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Changes in malaria deferrals impacts local blood donors

Staff Report The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has revised its risk criteria for malaria for individuals who travel
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Student artwork to benefit school district’s college fund

Staff Report Five Rockford Public School District 205 students have been selected as winners of the inaugural Superintendent’s Art Contest. The
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Literacy Council launches Kitchen Makeover Raffle

Staff Report For the second consecutive year, The Literacy Council is holding the Design on Our Dime (DOOD) Kitchen Makeover Raffle.
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Rockford College Visit Day for prospective students Feb. 4

Staff Report Rockford College will host a Visit Day for prospective students from 8:30 a.m. to noon, Saturday, Feb. 4, in
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Photos of Vietnam heroes sought for new exhibit

Staff Report WASHINGTON, D.C. — The people of the state of Illinois suffered among the greatest number of losses in the
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Literacy Council tutor training workshops begin Feb. 6

Staff Report The Literacy Council is looking for more volunteer tutors to be matched with adults who need to improve reading
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Illinois scientists link dietary DHA to male fertility

By Phyllis Picklesimer Media/Communications Specialist, University of Illinois College of ACES News and Public Affairs URBANA, Ill. — Who knew male fertility
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Nuclear plants pose risks to drinking water for Illinois

Staff Report CHICAGO — The drinking water for 652,000 people in Illinois could be at risk of radioactive contamination from a
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Illinois scores a ‘D,’ ranks 32nd in nation for cigarette tax

Staff Report CHICAGO — The 10th iteration of the American Lung Association’s (ALA) State of Tobacco Control 2012 report gives Illinois
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St. Paul Lutheran hosts open house, book fair Jan. 29

Staff Report St. Paul Lutheran School, 811 Locust St., Rockford, will host an open house and book fair from noon to
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Book tells story of Rockford’s first K-9 hospice volunteer

Staff Report Author and speaker Gloriann Dawson released her second book, Chloe Tales, in late November 2011. Chloe Tales is the heart-warming
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Rockford Memorial gives $50 million in annual benefits

Staff Report Illinois hospitals contributed annual community benefits of more than $4.6 billion in programs and services in their 2009-10 fiscal
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RiverHawks host free youth baseball clinic Feb. 11

Staff Report LOVES PARK, Ill. — The Rockford RiverHawks will host a free youth baseball clinic from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.,
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Attorney General shares top consumer complaints of 2011

Staff Report CHICAGO — Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan released her list of the top 10 consumer complaints for 2011, revealing
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Interim superintendent speaks at Jan. 19 Chamber dinner

Staff Report Rockford Public School District 205 Interim Superintendent Robert Willis will outline the district’s “Readiness Rocks!” initiatives during the annual
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Keith Country Day School holds Information Fair Jan. 21

Staff Report Recognized as one of the top college-preparatory schools in northern Illinois, Keith Country Day School will host its annual
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Park District offers indoor golf clinics through March 14

Staff Report Adult golfers ages 18 and older who want to improve their game in time for the spring season are
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Rockford College named a Military Friendly school

Staff Report Rockford College is included in the top 20 percent of colleges and universities in the U.S. to accommodate students
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Study: How to stick to weight loss resolutions

Staff Report For those searching for a better way to stick to 2012 weight loss resolutions, the answer may be simple
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GED Fair Jan. 18 at Rockford Career College

Staff Report A partnership of Rockford-area workforce development and education-related organizations is announcing plans for an event designed to encourage individuals
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JT’s Bourbon Street Grille holds King Day Dinner Jan. 13

Staff Report In commemoration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, JT’s Bourbon Street Grille will host a special dinner
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Rockford RiverHawks seek host families for players

Staff Report LOVES PARK, Ill. — The Rockford RiverHawks are seeking families interested in housing a player for the 2012 season.
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LIVESTRONG at the YMCA begins in January

Staff Report The YMCA of Rock River Valley to offer LIVESTRONG at the YMCA, a physical activity and well-being
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Foresters sign player with World Series connection

Staff Report The Rockford Foresters baseball team has signed first baseman Geno Larkin from Division I program Wagner College, where he
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Left Justified: Happy Martin Luther King Day!

By Stanley Campbell Rockford Urban Ministries (for which I work) will be celebrating 50 years of service to the city. RUM (as
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Catholic women to be honored for service Jan. 29

Staff Report The Rockford Deanery Council of Catholic Women’s 20th Annual Woman of the Year Banquet is set to begin at
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In Youth We Trust Grant applications due by Jan. 20

Staff Report The Community Foundation of Northern Illinois (CFNIL) has announced that applications for the In Youth We Trust Grant Fund
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Local author to sign books at Health & Wellness Fair

Staff Report Local author and speaker Gloriann Dawson will sign copies of her new book, Chloe Tales, at Womanspace’s Health &
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Financial Peace University begins Jan. 21 in Belvidere

Staff Report NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Nearly 1.5 million families have been able to positively change their financial situation through Financial Peace
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Can oral care for babies prevent future cavities?

By Jennifer Shike Media Communications Specialist, U of I College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences URBANA, Ill. — New parents have
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Study: Ankle braces can reduce injuries among athletes

By University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health MADISON, Wis. — Using an ankle brace? Wise choice. A new study
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enTrance Center celebrates World Hypnotism Day Jan. 4

Staff Report In recognition of the sixth annual World Hypnotism Day Jan. 4, 2012, Rockford’s enTrance Center, 5844 Elaine Drive, will
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Discharge summaries critical for nursing home patients

By University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health MADISON, Wis. — Sending thorough and timely reports to nursing homes
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Economy puts brakes on parents’ spending for teen cars

Staff Report NORTHBROOK, Ill. — Sixty percent of American parents whose teen-age children currently hold a license and nearly half of
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Enhance your relationships by taking care of yourself

By Phyllis Picklesimer U of I Communications Specialist URBANA, Ill. — Whether you make resolutions or not, the beginning of a new
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Why it pays to use the best quality exterior paint

By Paint Quality Institute In times of economic stress, we all look for ways to cut back on expenses. But if
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Celebrate the season with end-of-year tax deduction

Staff Report Is the holiday season leaving your wallet a bit lighter? You can get a little money back from
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Marijuana, synthetic drug use on the rise among teens

Staff Report Marijuana use among teens across the nation rose for the fourth straight year, according to results from the highly
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Garbage collection delayed one day by holidays

Staff Report The garbage collection for City of Rockford residents on Monday, Dec. 26 and Monday, Jan. 2 and the
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Traffic crashes cost Americans nearly $300 billion

Staff Report HELENA, Mont. — The annual societal cost of traffic crashes is $299.5 billion, more than three times the $97.7
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Know the 10 warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease

Staff Report CHICAGO — The holiday season is a time families gather and spend quality time with loved ones. It is
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Holiday meals the most memorable of the year

By Phyllis Picklesimer Media/Communications Specialist, University of Illinois College of ACES News and Public Affairs URBANA, Ill. — Family mealtimes during the
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Kindergarten friendships matter, especially for boys

By Phyllis Picklesimer Media/Communications Specialist, University of Illinois College of ACES News and Public Affairs URBANA, Ill. — High-quality friendships in kindergarten
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Opposition mounts against factory hog confinement in Hancock County

Online Staff Report LA CROSSE, Ill. — Opposition is mounting in response to the proposed construction of an 18,000-head factory hog
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Demonstration against McDonough County factory hog facility proposal Dec. 21

Online Staff Report MACOMB, Ill. — A demonstration will be held prior to the McDonough County Board meeting Wednesday, Dec. 21,
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Iroquois County swine facility fined for polluting spring creek, killing thousands of fish

Online Staff Report SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan (D) announced Dec. 19 an agreement with an Iroquois County
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Rescue Mission in need of Christmas gifts for residents

Staff Report With Christmas just around the corner, Rockford Rescue Mission’s “Bless-a-Resident” program is running short of gifts for the men,
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Blood drive Dec. 17 for 3-year-old cancer patient

Staff Report Family and friends are hosting a blood drive in support of 3-year-old cancer patient Christopher Rydeberg, from 2-6
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