Habitat for Humanity Provides a Pathway to Home Ownership

Habitat for Humanity of Effingham County has provided a pathway to home ownership for 22 families through the efforts of volunteers and donors. Read More »

Invest In Your Health—You Are Worth It!

Kerri Dodson, MNT, MCHWC, Master Nutrition Therapist, explains that 59% of Americans have at least one chronic illness, 42% have more than one, 28% have three or more chronic illnesses, and the average American takes four prescriptions per month and spends on average $1,300 per year on their prescriptions. Read More »

More Creating, Less Consuming

Dr. Jan Southern, J. DelSUR Marketing Group, has made a commitment to create more and consume less in order to reach her personal and professional goals. This includes building deeper relationships, having meaningful conversations, and taking steps toward a more satisfying career. Read More »

Setting Up a Self-Sustaining Container Garden

Container gardens are a great way to start a garden, especially if you don't have a lot of space. They can be placed in the optimal spots in your yard and have an automatic drip irrigation system. Read More »

You Say To-ma-to, I Say To-mah-to

Tomato growing is a common undertaking in backyard gardening, but it can be difficult to start from seed. Russell Sowers, owner of Ebenezer Rose & Garden Nursery in Springfield, suggests starting from small plants to get started later in the growing season while still enjoying a summer harvest. Read More »