Red Cross launches campaign to encourage new blood donors
— June 14, 2018June 14 marks the annual World Blood Donor Day. The American Red Cross has launched the Missing Types campaign, an international effort to encourage new blood donors, as well…
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Morton Library gives kids their space with renovations
— May 30, 2018Like a good book, Morton Public Library has reopened after another chapter was added to its story. On May 21, the library officially reopened after closing March 25 for the Library…
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Illinois health officials urge caution with ticks, mosquitoes
— May 11, 2018As the weather warms up, we’re starting to see ticks and mosquitoes. The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is reminding people about simple precautions they can take…
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Late summer great for exploring suburban forest preserves
— July 31, 2017Summer break is winding down, but that doesn’t mean the outdoor fun has to stop for families. Local forest preserve officials are encouraging families to get out and about before…
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Fox Valley aquatic centers now open for the season
— June 3, 2017The Splash Country Water Park and Phillips Park Family Aquatic Center opened for the season over the Memorial Day weekend. The two water parks — one on Aurora’s far west side and…
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Water safety stressed as swim season is here
— May 25, 2018Healthy and Safe Swimming Week is being observed the week before Memorial Day, a day when many pools open for the summer. This year’s national theme is “Swim Healthy….
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4th Annual Cary Fest offers attendees last gasp of summer
— September 26, 2017There was something for everyone, who attended the 4th Annual Cary Fest Sept. 16-17. The mild, sunny weather was perfect for a “last gasp of summer festival.” Chris and Kari Gassman,…
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Peeling back the secrets of summertime sweet corn
— July 21, 2017The time for sweet corn harvest is upon us again. One of the challenges to picking sweet corn is determining its readiness. The common time-consuming method of peeling back the husk…
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