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Bucking the Trend: A Healthy Public Space Grows Healthier
Lake County Acquires Deer Park Property for Expansion and Future Preservation of Cuba Marsh.
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Plant-Based Eating
Eat Fresh Fruits, Vegetables and Grains to Get Benefits Adding Years to Your Life.
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Giants, Dragons and Unicorns
Exploring the Origins of Our Myths, Stories and Legends
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Your Fitness Goals 2025
Rely on Diet, Exercise, Well-Being, Sleep, and Finding Joy to Nurture a Better Self.
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Giants, Dragons and Unicorns
Exploring the Origins of Our Myths, Stories and Legends Article by Christina Sikorski | Photography by Jennifer Nickels, Christina Sikorski, Christopher Sikorski Here, there be dragons… but only until February 2. As part of a touring exhibit from the American Museum of Natural History, the Ela Area Public Library is showcasing "Giants, Dragons, & Unicorns: The World of Mythic Creatures," focusing on history and legend. Mythical creature narratives have existed for centuries, and this...
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Your Fitness Goals 2025
Rely on Diet, Exercise, Well-Being, Sleep, and Finding Joy to Nurture a Better Self. Article by Michael Beightol | Photography by Janie Jones As we step into 2025, setting and achieving fitness goals remains a top priority for many. Comprehensive wellness includes a balanced diet, consistent exercise, mental well-being, quality sleep, and, importantly, finding joy in the journey. Here’s a roadmap to help you craft a healthier and more joyful you this year. Balanced Diet Nutrition is the...
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Plant-Based Eating
Eat Fresh Fruits, Vegetables and Grains to Get Benefits Adding Years to Your Life. Article by Claudia Martin Ayoade | Photography by Janie Jones If you think a plant-based diet is strictly for vegans or vegetarians, think again. Plant-based eating is more of a lifestyle than a diet. You are simply eating more foods that are closer to their harvested state with minimal processing. Meatless diets have been shown to improve health outcomes by lowering the risk of developing heart disease...
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Bucking the Trend: A Healthy Public Space Grows Healthier
Lake County Acquires Deer Park Property for Expansion and Future Preservation of Cuba Marsh. Article by Kim Mikus | Photography by Michael Beightol For the last 36 years the Lake County Forest Preserves Board of Commissioners has pursued the acquisition of a small but critical parcel in Deer Park. In November – after reaching an agreement with the landowner – the purchase of a 9.4-acre property will complete the expansion of the Cuba Marsh Forest Preserve. The land, south-adjacent to Cuba...
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