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Serve It Safely: Food Handlers Course to be held in Rockford on May 9
Selling and serving food remains a popular fundraising activity for many community groups. If you belong to a service club, church group, youth group, special interest club, or any non-profit organization, chances are good that you sell food. Any time your group sells food, it is essential to...
pressure canning supplies along with canned items sitting on a stovetop.
Master the art of water bath and pressure canning
Home food preservation continues to be extremely popular, whether due to increased food costs, the desire to know what is going into your food, or because it benefits the environment by reducing one’s carbon footprint. There are many ways to preserve food at home, including freezing, drying,...
Youth and two adults planting a tree
Plant a tree in Winnebago County; help beautify the community
Winnebago County Soil and Water Conservation District, Roscoe Township and Winnebago County 4-H are looking for volunteers to help with planting a grouping of 25 oak trees at Founders Park, 4562 Hononegah Rd in Roscoe with the goal of tackling global issues at the local level.   Anyone that...

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