At least fifteen years ago Rich Mountain Community College began discussing the idea of adding the field of cosmetology as an area of study; however, the timing was not right. Throughout the...
Whether you’re a beginner or pro at birding, join Park Interpreter Melissa as we hike to the observation deck. We will be watching for birds along the way. Bring your binoculars and see how
What animals do we have here at Queen Wilhelmina State Park? Join Park Interpreter Melissa for a program about the animals living in the park and a chance to feel their furs.
Happy New Year, and let us hope we will have a great growing season in 2016! Our December was much kinder and gentler than last year, so that trend continues in January and February. The warmer...
BY JACLYN ROSE – At age 15, Gene Roberts began working for Ben Redman at Watkins ’ Hardware. At the time, a student at Acorn High School, Roberts would leave school at noon and go to work. I...
Shelley Staggs is a native of Rockford, the second largest city in the state of Illinois. At the age of 8 her parents decided a small town would be better to raise their on ly child, and they...
In the early 1990’s, Robert Doty’s family moved from Washington State to Polk County. Doty attended Acorn High School, graduating in 1996. A family trade, he began his career in...
Have you ever been on a trail and never seen an animal? Join Park Interpreter Melissa as we hike silently down to the Lovers’ Leap platform. Along the way, we will observe what we can see and...
BY KIM HIGHES – Trees that grow in our communities provide us with many benefits. The average city tree removes 13 to 48 pounds of carbon dioxide per year from the air. A tree’s value...
