By Ken Johnson, University of Illinois Extension, Horticulture Educator With the arrival of warm, wet weather, mosquitoes are becoming more prevalent. Unfortunately, this can turn relaxing evenings outdoors into a constant battle against these buzzing and biting insects. Fortunately, there are several steps we can take to prevent mosquito bites while enjoying the outdoors. Understanding…

Scott County employees gathered on the courthouse steps Monday, June 1 for a photo in the spirit of America’s semiquincentennial. “This is the first picture that we’re aware of with employees, office holders, and department heads in 187 years. One possible exception could be a photo from the mid-1800s outside the first courthouse,” Eric Tuey,…

Whew, it’s been hot! Recently I had to make a dessert to take to a friend’s, and I did not want to turn on the oven. So I dug through my recipes and found these two recipes. The first one is a luscious but light dessert, perfect for after a big meal.

By Carmen Ensinger Small town, rural communities do not have the resources of the larger, metropolitan areas who can afford to pay for some vital services, therefore, volunteerism is looked upon as not only noble, but needed.