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20 Illinois Places with Hottest Temps Includes Most Abandoned?
It's like watching two worlds collide. A new list of the Illinois places that have the hottest average temperatures also includes an infamous place that has been declared among the most abandoned towns in America, too. As we cruise through the middle of summer, I decided to ask the huge...
There are 40 Athletes from Illinois on the USA Olympic Team
The 2024 Paris Olympics begins later this month, and the Land of Lincoln will be WELL represented on Team USA, here are the details on which athletes from Illinois to keep an eye out for during the Olympics. According to an article from NBC Chicago, there are 40 athletes from...
New EDM Festival Launching in Wisconsin in 2025
There are plenty of rock music festivals, and country music festivals in the Midwest, but fans of electronic music don't have many options, but that is about to change. Chippewa Valley Music Festivals, the company behind Rock Fest and Country Fest (now called Hoofbeat) in Cadott, Wisconsin, is launching a new music festival called 'Force Fields' in 2025.
The BEST Fried Chicken in Illinois is at a Thai Restaurant
The experts at Yelp claim they found the best friend chicken in the Land of Lincoln and it is not at a southern-style restaurant, but instead at a place that specializes in Boba Tea and other Taiwanese food. Here are the details... Yelp released a list on July, 1st of...
Potentially Deadly Bacteria Can Now Be Found In Wisconsin Lakes
Hot summer temperatures have arrived, which means there will be masses of people taking full advantage of the weather by hitting beaches throughout Wisconsin. As much fun as that is, there are precautions beachgoers need to take. The most obvious include things like wearing sunscreen to prevent skin cancer and following basic water safety to avoid drowning.
Did You Win The $1 Million Lottery Ticket Sold In Illinois?
You may have some money in your console that you don't even know about. Anytime we buy a lottery ticket we always think to ourselves that this might be it. This time we just might win more than $5! If you happened to stop by a gas station in the Chicago area recently, you really do need to check your ticket.
Report: 35 Illinois Grocery Stores to Be Sold Off After Merger
It appears there's about to be a seismic shift in the grocery store market in Illinois. A new report claims that as many as 35 Illinois grocery stores are being identified and planned for selloff after a mega-merger is complete. Yahoo Finance just broke this story today about the future...
12 Wisconsin Eateries Featured on the Food Network
Wisconsin's culinary scene has often gained national attention, with several local restaurants being showcased on the Food Network. These featured spots highlight the state's diverse and delectable food offerings, from farm-to-table restaurants to iconic cheese-centric eateries. If the Food Network loved the food, you probably will too. Wouldn't it be...
Nap? Study Claims 1 Out of Every 3 in Illinois ‘Always Tired’
Boy, do I identify with this one. There's a new study that claims that one out of every three people in Illinois are 'always tired'. I need a nap. How about you?. This is an interesting new study from Talker which sampled a huge amount of people to learn about their energy level (or lack thereof). The big picture takeaway from their questions is that one out of every 3 people say they often or always feel tired even after a good night's sleep. Something is very wrong here.
America’s Biggest Restaurant Chain Has 647 Illinois Locations
I'm not good at math, but I do seem to succeed at fast food math. There's a new declaration of America's biggest restaurant chain and my fingers and toes count reveals that it has 641 locations in Illinois. This new ranking by Nation's Restaurant News of (you guessed it) restaurants...
Pecatonica,IL Is In a Fawn Frenzy Over a Baby Being Separated From Its Mom
A female deer in Pecatonica, Illinois who often interacts with neighbors, children, and dogs recently had a baby which she has been separated from, and many community members are NOT happy about it. Pecatonica's 'Pet' Deer. Living in Pecatonica, I have fallen in love with one female deer many of...
Growing Anger In Wisconsin After Animal Abuse Investigation Update
Controversy is brewing surrounding an investigation into the suspected abuse of horses in the small Wisconsin town of Bell, which is located in Bayfield County. The Bayfield County Sheriff's Office had received a complaint regarding the abuse of several horses in the area, and on Wednesday, July 10, they issued a formal update on the case, which they shared through their Facebook page.
Illinois Pizza Chain Was Just Suddenly Saved from Bankruptcy?
Well, that was a close one. After recent reports that a pizza chain with 22 locations in Illinois was nearing bankruptcy, they suddenly appear to be saved by a sale at the last possible moment. It was just days ago when I shared the news that a pizza brand with...
USPS Announces Prices Hikes For Customers In Minnesota And Wisconsin
Price hikes are nothing new these days. I'd say we have all grown accustomed to the price of things going up at this point, right?. Just last month, prices went up at Olive Gardens across Minnesota and Wisconsin, which hit particularly hard because we all love their breadsticks. Ha!. Unfortunately,...
‘Wild’ Wisconsin City Dubbed The Binge Drinking Capital Of America
We all knew folks in Wisconsin like to drink. Take a good look at the drunkest cities in America; a good handful of Wisconsin towns are listed. Not that it's anything to be super proud of, but the state is home to some of the most esteemed and beloved breweries in America.
Illinois Walmart Shoppers Should Run and Call 911 if You Hear “Code Brown”
I just learned big box stores have a color-coded intercom announcement system they keep private to not cause panic when an audible warning must be given to staff. Discover what each of the 7 color-coded messages means. Color-Coded Warning System. We've watched enough medical shows to to know that when...
Walmart Making This Bold Move to Get More Stuff on Store Shelves
Walmart wants to fill up its store shelves more quickly, and it is about to make a huge investment to do so. Walmart has been in sort of a transitional period as it moves to modernize its stores. The process started late last year when the retail chain began making...
Picklepalooza! Pickleball Tournaments Coming to Byron, Springfield, and Highland Park in July
If you're a pickleball player, three tournaments are happening this month that you will want to attend. Pickleball is slowly becoming my favorite sport. I injured my knee some years ago and have been looking for a low-impact activity ever since. Pickleball seems to be just what the doctor ordered.
Missouri Boy Really Was Just Bitten By a Shark – Yes, a Shark
I will admit that I did a double take when I first heard this, but verified that it's true. A Missouri boy really was just bitten by a shark. Yes, a shark, but there's some good news and a common sense explanation. I saw this startling story shared by the...
Wisconsin Is Home To The World’s Largest Collection Of Bedpan Windchimes?
Today I learned that one home in Wisconsin is known for having the World's largest collection of metal bedpan windchimes, but that isn't even the weirdest thing that can be found in its yard. Only in Wisconsin. I may live in Illinois, but even I can admit that sometimes Wisconsin...
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