Area is entering time period when ticks go on the prowl

CHAMPAIGN – One of these days, it's going to warm up enough to wear shorts and go play outside.

And when it does, keep in mind there are disease-carrying ticks hiding in those woods and fields and maybe even in your own yard.

Traditionally, ticks are thought to be more of a problem in the southern part of the state than in this area.

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