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Lawn care for fall
By Andrew Holsinger As fall begins and trees lose their leaves, we might notice how well our lawns have done throughout the season. Lawn care continues as we remove leaves from the lawn and complete our last efforts of mowing for the season. Improvement of the lawn can be a great focus for the fall. If…
Read MoreL&C to celebrate opening of the 2023 Art Faculty Exhibition
Lewis and Clark Community College’s annual Art Faculty Exhibition begins with an opening reception this Friday, Oct. 20, from 4-6 p.m., in the Godfrey Campus’ Hatheway Gallery. The event is free and open to the public. The exhibition showcases the artwork of the art faculty at L&C, who are unique because they not only teach;…
Read MoreJCAC announces winners of window decorating contest
A tree grows everywhere: Ailanthus altissima
By Emily Swihart Two separate serendipitous events occurred recently that brought a plant back to the forefront of my attention. First, a few weeks ago a colleague asked me to confirm the species of a tree growing near a public garden. The garden was struggling to grow, and a cursory identification of the tree marked…
Read MoreLet’s Cook! – October 18, 2023
With this beautiful fall weather upon us, I am looking forward to making soups and chili! I would love to get your favorite soup or chili recipes to share with you all. Please take a few minutes to send me your best recipes that I can print in the coming weeks.
Read MoreIllinois’ educator workforce weathered pandemic, but persistent issues remain
By PETER HANCOCK & ANDREW ADAMS | Capitol News Illinois The supply of education professionals continues to improve in Illinois despite strains brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, but persistent issues remain in certain regions of the state and within some teaching fields. That’s the conclusion of a new report by the education advocacy group…
Read MoreEl Nino adds wrinkle to winter outlook
By DANIEL GRANT | FarmWeek Now that temperatures in Illinois feel more seasonable for mid-October, at least for the time being, many people probably wonder what lies ahead for winter. And, as always, there’s no shortage of opinions on the subject. Sources such as the Farmers’ Almanac predict a “cold, stormy” winter season ahead. But…
Read MoreDeer prudence: Avoid the urge to swerve during their mating season
Fall in Illinois includes high school football, spectacular scenery as the leaves change colors and… the arrival of deer mating season. The Illinois Department of Transportation and Illinois Department of Natural Resources are reminding motorists to be alert for deer, which are entering their peak active season, especially at dawn and dusk now through December.…
Read MoreGood Growing – October 11, 2023
Can Houseplants Improve Indoor Air Quality? By Chris Enroth Autumn has arrived and somehow I have more houseplants than I started with in the spring. As temperatures fall, I find myself hunting around my home for bright windows and saucers to go under the pots. With a home full of plants, you may think this…
Read MoreIllinois Valley Senior Citizens menu
Reservations must be made by 12 p.m. prior to the day you wish to eat. If you have made reservations and cannot attend, please notify the center at 618-498-3483. Whole wheat bread served daily except when noted with (*). 2% milk served daily. The menu may be subject to change based on product availability.
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