gardening, the environment, green living and a lot of humor

Mike reports on the latest setback for opponents of an open pit frac sand mine on the eastern edge of Starved Rock State Park. Matthew Alschuler with HOMES (Helping Others Maintain Environmental Standards) and attorney Danielle Diamond with Illinois Citizens for Clean Air & Water (ICCAW) tell the story of how a proposed megadairy in Jo Daviess County was defeated by the efforts of a coalition of local citizens and environmental groups. Then, Mike, Lisa Albrecht and Sarah Batka welcome Rich Christakes from Alsip Home and Nursery, who answers questions about holiday plants.