Summer 2012

Archives – Summer 2012 – Old Northwest Territory

FEATURES

Our Slow, Crooked, Wild Pecatonica River
Lee & Ogle Counties: When We Were the West
The Heritage of Barns
Shawn Ryan: Still Loyal to His Hometown
Exploring Our Northwest, in Dubuque, Galena and Carroll County
Nothing Quite Like the County Fair
Paul Burkholder Captures the ‘It Moment’

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Innovation Blooms at Steel Heart Ltd.
NLI’s ‘Seasons on the Land’ Celebrates Nature, Art
Janet Smith Post Conjures Cotton Rock, Fulfills Goal
Anderson Japanese Gardens Launches Tuesday Evening Concert Series
Rockford Wind Ensemble: No Strings Attached

REGIONAL DINING GUIDE

Ristoranté Brissago: ‘The Next Best Thing’ to Dining in Italy
MashUp: Serving Comfort Food with a Twist
Restoration Cafe: Repairing Broken Lives, Serving Good Food

FEATURES: NOTHING QUITE LIKE THE COUNTY FAIR

HOME & GARDEN

Trustworthy Trees
Island Dreams: Maximize Your Central Kitchen

HEALTH & FITNESS

How Kids’ Bad Habits Lead to Adult Health Crises

NORTHWEST WOMAN

NORTHWEST WOMAN: WEDDING EDITION

Dream Destinations for Your Big Day
Summer Fashion: Veils & Trails

MIND & SPIRIT

Protecting Young Athletes at Monroe Clinic
Janine’s Journal: Write Down Your Life Stories!
City Church/Country Church

RECREATION & DESTINATIONS

A Field of Dreams at Rockford RiverHawks Game
Janesville’s Rock Aqua Jays Host World Tournament
NWQ Getaway Guide – Summer Edition

PERSONAL & FINANCIAL STRATEGIES

The Supreme Court’s Health Care Decision

NORTHWEST BUSINESS MAGAZINE

Cover Story: Five Things to Know Before You Grow
For Three Decades, the Talk of This Town
This TV News Anchor is A Model of Success
Success Story: Winnebago Motor Homes
Success Story: Cherry Valley Feed & Supplies
Success Story: Northern Illinois Vein Clinic

BUSINESS COVER STORY: FIVE THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GROW

MORE INSIDE

Nooks & Crannies
Genuine Northwest
Northwest Quiz
Northwest Landscapes