Urbana, Illinois native and University of Illinois alumnus Dr. Richard Lazarus is distinguished among conservation advocates for the many environmental law cases he has argued before the U.S. Supreme Court. As Prairie Rivers Network’s honored guest speaker for our 45th Anniversary Annual Dinner, Dr. Lazarus applauded the environmental protections achieved in the last forty years, protections that […]
2012 River Steward Award
Congratulations Brenda Dilts, Prairie Rivers Network’s 2012 River Steward of the Year Each year we recognize and celebrates outstanding river conservationists and their actions on behalf of Illinois’ rivers and streams. This year, Prairie Rivers Network honors Brenda Dilts as our 2012 River Steward. Brenda chairs the grassroots group Canton Area Citizens for Environmental Issues. […]
Stakeholder Meeting Announced for June 13th in Homer
Public meeting to discuss concerns with proposed Vermilion Mine and next steps FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 6.5. 2012 Homer, IL – Champaign and Vermilion county residents, landowners and farmers will hold a meeting to discuss the threats and next steps in addressing the proposed coal mine in Vermilion County.
More Rain Gardens! Less Water Pollution
by Stacy James, Water Resources Scientist What is a rain garden? A rain garden is a shallow, vegetated landscaping feature that captures excess rainwater and puts it to work. As the rain garden bed is slightly below the level of the yard, the garden acts as a shallow dish that holds the water for a […]
Prairie Rivers Network Happy Hour
Please join staff, board, volunteers, and friends at Prairie Rivers Network’s Happy Hour When: Friday, June 1, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Where: Beer garden at Mike ‘N Molly’s (105 N. Market St. in Downtown Champaign) Everyone is welcome!
