Posted on November 28 at 11:25 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
Go green! Composting is an easy way to keep a large portion of waste out of the landfill. Many people don't realize how important something as simple as composting is to the quality of our ever-degrading and eroding topsoils. Soil formation takes thousands of years, but soil depletion only takes a few. Compost improved soil retains more water and provides more nutrients to plants, when compared to soil without compost additions.
On Local bar and grill burglarized early today
Posted on November 21 at 3:12 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
What a shame. It's too bad there is no cure for stupid. They have the best bar food. The burgers are the best anywhere.
On No clear solution for Clear Lake
Posted on November 19 at 3:53 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
I went to the meeting and I am stunned by how many people are willing to drain the lake after 1 year of flooding. This should not even be an option.
On Rare albino deer shot in Rock County
Posted on November 17 at 9:09 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
Why was the meat deemed indeible? Did it have CWD? What a waste.
On Clear Lake neighbors dealing with rising levels months after summer's record
Posted on November 16 at 2:10 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
Mr. Schrank is a homeowner on the lake, and Ms. Nordlof is the treasurer of the Clear Lake Improvement Association.
What's happening is a natural occurence that should not be stopped. Pumping 'excess water' from the lake is a costly and unneccessary proceedure. While I feel for people who own waterfront property when there is a flood, I must wonder why flooding was not considered when these structures were built initially. It is more important to have clean water than to have lakefront or riverfront property for homeowners. Laws have changed from times when people had no scientific knowledge that flood plains and riparian areas are necessary land features of flood mitigation. Also, I hope Mr. Schrank is pumping the water into his septic system and not back into the lake, as this is against clean water ordinances for our region. It would be highly beneficial if this lake association were to develop and implement a sewerage district for the area, with the long term goal of improving the quality of the lake by removing the private septic tanks from the region, a 'no mow within 30-35 feet of the shoreline' policy, and a 'no phosphorus' policy for fertilizers.
On Milton business owners work to get residents to buy local
Posted on November 16 at 1:54 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
I only shop there when I can't get to Woodman's or the Farmers Market. It's too expensive unless it's on sale. Also, it would be nice if the local store sold local and/or more organic produce. I would be more apt to spend my money there if they did.
On County board approves '09 budget
Posted on November 13 at 5:56 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
It's good to know there are still people in this area who are fighting for conservation and preservation of natural resources in Rock County. And congratulations to Rob for getting that full time status. He's a hard working man with an eye on a sustainable future for Rock County.
On Rock County Board approves budget; saves $1.8 million for parks
Posted on November 12 at 6:27 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
The money was originally for the parks and conservation, not other programs. It's a one-time monetary donation to the county for the permanent use of the land for a powerline. Knutson had to file a waiver with the Public Service Commission to use the money for anything other than parks and conservation.Even though he got the waiver, the majority of the board did not agree with the finance committee or Knutson on this issue. I am glad they did not agree. Financing conservation is the right thing to do, no matter where you are.
Posted on November 11 at 12:42 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
Why have the ordinance in place if you don't enforce it? Fine the people who build or add-on without permits.
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On Kitchen komposting
Posted on November 28 at 11:30 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
To Anne Marie: Add the compost to your houseplants, flower beds, and garden areas, or give it to someone to use if you cannot. Most schools have gardens of one sort or another and would gladly accept donations of compost. I have not seen kitchen composters sold locally, but the Town of Beloit sells tumbler-style composters for the yard- kitchen scraps, lawn waste, and paper towels and napkins can be composted easily and without the smell. They are small enough to be kept on a porch if you don't have much space.