And so it was that I was standing neck deep in the Sangamon River. The river was about 6 feet deep (and me only 5’6”) with the current strong, but I did have one hand on a fallen tree to hold myself steady against the current. Besides, Roger and Brian were in their canoe right beside me. I was standing […]

Two-score and 14 years ago, my mother brought forth: me. And its times like this that guys like me take time to stop and reflect. And today I’m reflecting on my river; looking back at seven things that living on the Sangamon River has taught me over the years. Life has its ups and downs I’m writing this column instead […]

Dateline: Sangamon River Music Festival – somewhere east of downtown Mahomet, Friday, August 26, 2016, 5pm The USRC display booth is set up and ready to sell ducks for the Sangamon River Duck Race. Mary brings by a box of cute little giveaway ducks for the kiddies. Meanwhile, rain is threatening as clouds are roiling. But it’s an exciting time […]