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Nancy Lambert: 4-H Dog and Cat Show on July 16

Saline County 4-H dog and cat exhibitors are reminded to bring their animals' current and up-to-date shot records to the Dog Agility Show on July 16 and/or to the Dog and Cat Show on July 18. No animals will be allowed at these shows without shot records. Floral Hall display
Jul 3, 2019 5:22 PM
Elizabeth Woodworth: Still eating the southern Illinois way

Today on July 3, the Earth reaches aphelion, the point at which it is farthest from the Sun. On the 4th the Moon reaches perigee, its position closest to Earth. July 4 is Independence Day in the U.S. Early black raspberries, mulberries, elderberries and the first wave of summer apples, peaches, and wild grapes should be appearing on bush, tree and in the market. Under the dark moon of July's first week, seed or set out the autumn garden with carrots, turnips, beets, collards, kale and broccoli. Fertilize and water your pansies and mums for late August and September blooms. Don't cut the lawn too short, while the summer is at its peak; let it rest a little longer than you would in May or June. (Countryside) For a simple twist on s'mores, no campfire or stove needed. Fill a large mug or treat bag with a mix of Golden Grahams cereal, chocolate chips and mini marshmallows. Easy and will delight the kids, but long time Girl Scouts will be disappointed. Mom wouldn't like them. I learned from her to toast marshmallows over a gas burner, or to put a pie pan full of them in the oven until brown and gooey.
By Elizabeth Woodworth Jul 3, 2019 5:32 PM
David Otten: Religion is part of our heritage of freedom

Greetings from Faith Lutheran Church in Eldorado. Our nation celebrates her birthday this week and the theme which will be heard the loudest is "freedom." America has in many ways become the standard that other nations and peoples have used to judge how freedom is understood and practiced in their own lands.
By David Otten Jul 3, 2019 5:35 PM
Eldorado Garden Study Club celebrates 73 years

ELDORADO -- On June 27, members of the Eldorado Garden Study Club gathered at the home of Charli Franks for a celebration of the club's 73rd birthday. Hostesses Dana Keating and Donna Hearn served a light lunch with birthday cake. After a short meeting, the group then toured Charli's beautiful raised-bed garden where she grows a large variety of vegetables, herbs and flowers.
Submitted by Dana Keating Jul 3, 2019 5:23 PM
Filled with fun: Southern Illinois Inflatables enjoying the busy season

It could be said that Lara and Aaron Shaw jumped into the inflatable business for the fun of it. It has been one year since the Shaw family purchased Southern Illinois Inflatables LLC and the business they never dreamed of owning has flourished under their hard work and dedication.
Submitted by Southeastern Illinois College Jun 12, 2019 1:28 PM
Elizabeth Woodworth: Want to surprise your dad on Sunday? Try fresh flowers

The second week of June often brings a heat wave. Thunderstorms are likely as the full moon influences the June 15 weather system. Chances of hurricane formations increase (why not have a hurricane or two to go with all the tornadoes?). The Milkweed Beetle Mating Moon is full on the 17th. (Countryside) June 14 is Flag Day.
By Elizabeth Woodworth Jun 12, 2019 12:49 PM
David Otten: Fatherhood comes with increased responsibility

Greetings from Naval Air Station Jacksonville: The idea of fatherhood has fallen on rough times for the last 50 years. We have gone from TV shows like "Father Knows Best" to "The Simpsons." One bright spot in today's entertainment world concerning fathers is the show "Blue Bloods" starring Tom Selleck. Though if fatherhood has taken its lumps, men have been the ones who have caused much of the decline.
By David Otten Jun 12, 2019 12:52 PM
4-H Federation to meet on June 17

Upcoming meetings The Saline County 4-H Federation will hold a meeting on Monday, June 17, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. at the Extension office. We will be discussing upcoming events, including selling sodas at our summer 4-H shows. All Federation officers and delegates should plan to attend this meeting. We are having a Taco Bar for dinner.
By Nancy Lambert Jun 12, 2019 1:26 PM
Elizabeth Woodworth: Never have understood the appeal of rhubarb

Morel season peaks in Appalachia, but is just beginning in the North. Bass move to the shallows. Cabbage butterflies visit the developing cabbage sets. When blackberries set fruit, then the earliest field corn starts to tassel. If you hear spring crickets sing, go find leafhoppers in the garden. Mother's Day, May 12. Lunar perigee on the 13th is likely to strengthen the cold front due in May's second week. Be ready to protect tender plantings from frost. When the first elderberries bloom, bean leaf beetles and alfalfa weevils assault the fiend and garden. (Countryside) I remember when high school boys detasseled corn. They would stand on a designated corner, the farmer or his hired hand would drive around picking them up for a hot itchy day in corn fields. There are several seed companies around Lincoln with lots of seed plots. But I have never seen anyone detasseling there. Is it a thing of the past? Am sure that trying to get today's kids in a cornfield is like trying to get them to deflower tobacco or work in an orchard. I don't know anything about spring crickets. I have only heard of Spring Peepers. In the evenings Dad used to take us toward Herod to listen to them in the ditches and creeks along the road. It did mean spring.
By Elizabeth Woodworth May 9, 2019 7:14 PM
New Hometown BBQ in Galatia is already a hit

Travis Farley knew he was onto something great 11 years ago when he was approached by a group of voraciously hungry firefighters.
Submitted by Arla Murphy May 9, 2019 7:22 PM

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