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Grocery Store With 18 Locations in Illinois Named Best in America
A new poll just announced America's best grocery store. Trader Joe's, Costco, or even ALDI might have been the expected winners, but the result is surprising. The top pick according to USA Today's 10 Best poll is...Hy-Vee. Wait, what?. The new Hy-Vee grocery store is set to open in September...
Deep Space Radio Signal Just Reached Earth, But Who Sent It?
In what one industry website calls an "astonishing discovery," a deep space radio signal has reached Earth after 8 billion years. Earth.com says the "mysterious and powerful burst or radio waves" spent billions of years traveling before reaching Earth. The website believe it is one of the most powerful radio signals ever captured due to its distance and energy.
There Are Way Too Many Of These In Rockford – Change My Mind
If you’ve ever driven around Rockford, you might have noticed a lot of these popping up. Why are there car washes everywhere you turn?. It’s as if we’ve stepped into a world straight out of Breaking Bad, where washing a car has taken on a whole new meaning. We can't escape it!
25 People Injured In A Freak Accident At One Wisconsin Apple Orchard
A mass casualty response took place at an apple orchard in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin on Wednesday morning after a freak accident injured 25 people on a school field trip. Fall is popular time for schools to go on field trips, and a visit to a local apple orchard is usually on the itinerary. When it comes to apple orchard field trips, the only thing parents usually need to worry about is their kid getting stung by a bee or having a belly ache from eating too many cider donuts, but that wasn't the case yesterday in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin.
Sip into Fall: Illinois Orchard Unveils Delicious New Hard Apple Cider
A dangerous combo we're here for! Ready to get your hands on Edwards Apple Orchard West's new hard apple cider?. There’s something about their delicious goodies—cheesy apple pies, irresistible apple cider donuts, and sampling apples inside the farm market. Now, my apple orchard obsession has elevated to a...
What’s the Voter Registration Deadline for the 2024 General Election?
Every state has a different deadline to register to vote in the upcoming general election on Nov. 5. Some states even allow for same-day registration on Election Day. Of course, you'll want to make sure your home state is on the list before you head to the polls. There's even...
This Abandoned Illinois Police Department Turned Haunted House Brings Your Nightmares to Life
WARNING: Under no circumstances should you enter this property. By doing so, you risk bodily harm and/or prosecution for trespassing on private property. Anything abandoned has eerie vibes to it. But I think this abandoned haunted house in Illinois takes the cake for being the creepiest of all!. I've said...
Why Everyone is Buying Cayenne Pepper in Illinois Right Now
I went to my parents' house to visit recently and was absolutely shocked by what I saw in their backyard. A minefield of tiny holes. It looked like someone had planted a bunch of mini landmines!. My mom said they started seeing tons of holes (more than usual!) in the...
Waffles Recalled In Illinois, Other States Due To Plastic Pieces
Here's a quick recap of just some of the food products that have been recalled over the last few months here in Illinois and scattered across the country, along with the reason for the recall:. Deli meats: 7 million pounds recalled due to listeria concerns. Vegetables: Again, listeria contamination. Frozen...
17 Smells That 1980s Kids Will Instantly Recognize
It’s no secret that certain smells can trigger core memories, and there’s even science to back it up (though clearly I’m not exactly a scientist, so you’ll just have to trust me on that). I’ve talked before about how certain iconic foods and summer toys can...
One Chicago Team Is The 4th Most Expensive Ticket In Sports
I was aware that huge sums of money are spent on tickets to sporting events all the time, but I guess it never dawned on me just how much devoted, rabid fan bases will actually pay for the chance to be live and in person at a big sporting event, regardless of the sport.
5 Exciting Shows Coming to Rockford That You Can’t Miss
If you’re looking for something exciting to do in Rockford with the kiddos soon, you’re in luck. There are so many shows you absolutely can’t miss. You can't say there's nothing to do in Rockford when there is something happening literally every month! From comedy shows, to concerts, to local markets, and interactive kids shows, it gets hard to pick what to attend sometimes.
Animal Lovers! Here’s A “Pawesome” Way To Volunteer In Rockford
If I didn't have an incredibly busy schedule, I would be in an animal shelter day and night volunteering. Now's your chance in Rockford!. I adopted my furbabies, Ramen and Noodles, from PAWS Humane Society about five years ago and I've been a childless cat mom ever since. Since my...
Get Ready For a Special Trunk-or-Treat at Curran’s Orchard With Screw City Jeeps
Curran's Orchard in Rockford, Illinois is a favorite fall stop for many families in the area, but soon it will be overrun with spooky jeeps with a whole lot of candy to give away. Screw City Jeeps Annual Trunk-or-Treat. For the sixth year in a row Rockford's Screw City Jeeps...
Popular IL Movie Celebrates 40th Anniversary With Special Event
Many great movies have been filmed and based in Illinois but this is one of the most famous of all time for the state. 40th Anniversary of The Movie, "Sixteen Candles" One thing I miss from back in the day is the whole going to the movies experience. It's just not the same anymore. There are so many more released every year and so many different ways to watch them, when a new flick comes out it doesn't seem special.
Illinois NFL Fans Flock To Caleb Williams’ Jersey, Search Data Reveals
With all the hype surrounding the number 1 pick in the NFL draft and the exposure on HBO's Hard Knocks, it's not surprising which jersey has been the most sought-after in Illinois. Bears' Star Dominates Searches. A recent study from FlashPicks has unveiled that Chicago Bears Quarterback Caleb Williams is...
America’s Worst Chocolate Brand Is Sold In Illinois
Illinois has countless options when it comes to mass-production of chocolate. Who doesn't love chocolate? Apparently there is enough hate for one brand in particular to justify making this list. I do wonder though, how do you judge if chocolate is bad? I'd imagine it's subjective, but apparently not. It...
Goats On The Run Take Over Wisconsin Kwik Trip
It looks like even animals know that Kwik Trip is one of the GOATs when it comes to convenience stores! I mean, we all know that. Here's something that was not on my 2024 bingo card: a massive herd (gaggle? group?) of goats rolled up to a Kwik Trip store in Wisconsin.
Over 150 Underage Patrons Were Found At One Wisconsin Bar
A little bit of trouble is on tap for a certain bar. In college, there were definitely certain bars you could get into even if you were underage. You knew which ones they were and you (along with the bouncers and bar staff) also knew to be sneaky about it. The era of fake ID's.
Wisconsin is One of the Top 10 States in The U.S. for This Sport
Do you ever travel to play any sport? Most of us aren't high-level, elite athletes, but some sports can still require travel. A few years back, I played softball in a town known for its adult softball leagues, and it attracted players from 40+ miles away. Wisconsinites (or Cheeseheads) can...
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