Makanda NewsLocal news for Makanda, IL continually updated from thousands of sources on the web.Local rider gets The Southern Stampede of to a great start- February 12, 2008 "They're a lot more athletic than our cattle, with a lot more legs" When the first rider out of the gate scores an 85, it's going to be a great night. via Southern Illinoisanhttp://www.topix.net/city/makanda-il/2008/02/local-rider-gets-the-southern-stampede-of-to-... Department of Natural Resources February 'Newsbits'- February 10, 2008 Pere Marquette bald eagle programs: Families and wildlife-watching enthusiasts will enjoy attending one of the upcoming bald eagle programs at Pere Marquette State Park in Jersey County. via Lincoln Daily Newshttp://www.topix.net/city/makanda-il/2008/02/department-of-natural-resources-february-news... Orchardists worry about another killer freeze- February 8, 2008 "I don't like this 'real warm and then it gets real cold' type weather" It's too early to tell, but weather patterns are worrying apple and peach growers like Gary Grammer of Murphysboro. via Southern Illinoisanhttp://www.topix.net/city/makanda-il/2008/02/orchardists-worry-about-another-killer-freeze... |