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A Wonderfully Healthy Way to Use Brown Bananas Isn’t Eating Them
The perfect banana is that beautiful bright yellow, outside peel without any green or brown, right? Afterall it means it's perfectly ripe. Meanwhile, when we notice those banana sitting on the counter start to brown, we tend to either plop them in pancakes or banana bread, maybe even a protein shake, or eventually just throw them away.
Are Daddy Long Legs Really the Deadliest Spider Out There?
Do you remember growing up and seeing Daddy Long Legs for the first time? That teeny tiny oval body with those super, long string-like long legs protruding from that little body. Definitely creepy looking whether they were just up in the corner of your ceiling or crawling along the floor.
Ryan Reynolds’ Favorite Taylor Swift Song Makes Total Sense
Ryan Reynolds is close friends with Taylor Swift, and now he is sharing which of her songs is his favorite. Reynolds has been busy promoting the latest installment in the Deadpool franchise and appeared alongside his co-stars Shawn Levy and Hugh Jackman to play a game. It was then that he shared his favorite song is off of Swift's Folklore album.
Strange Abandoned Illinois Funeral Home With a Cabinet Full Of Ducks
If you've always thought funeral homes are creepy, wait until you get a load of this abandoned one in Illinois with a whole cabinet full of strange. I think it's safe to say that a lot of people in this World are fascinated by old, abandoned places. The most daring souls like to explore these buildings in person, while others like myself enjoy living vicariously through the pictures other people take.
‘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.
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.
Illinois’ Hidden Gem: Where To Play Disc Golf In Rockford
Disc Golf has been gaining popularity lately in the Rockford area and I'm loving it. Did you know the Rockford area is home to a Disc Golf One Stop Shop?. Though I don't get to go out and play as much as I once did, it's still nice to see a rise in area courses. Even my old high school, Harlem, has a couple of baskets set up on campus.
Shelley Duvall, Star of ‘The Shining,’ Dies at 75
One of the most distinctive screen presences in the history of movies has died. Shelley Duvall, best known for a string of films she made with director Robert Altman in the 1970s, and for her unforgettable performance in Stanley Kubrick’s The Shining passed away this week. She was 75 years old.
Man Refuses to Let Friend Crash at His Place After a Night Out: ‘I Have Responsibilities to Consider’
A man on Reddit is sharing why he did not let his friend stay the night at his place after a night out. The man prefaced his post by saying that his friend Dave often stays at his place after a night of drinking since he lives across town and it is easier to stay there than pay for a taxi.
Best Albums of 2024 (So Far!)
The year 2024 is only half over, but already pop music fans have received some of the best pop albums of the year. These albums have defined the last six months and opened up entirely new soundscapes for listeners. Ariana Grande reached her most Ariana-esque sound yet on eternal sunshine,...
Before ‘Deadpool & Wolverine,’ The Characters Met in One of the Worst Marvel Movies Ever
Deadpool & Wolverine has to be the most improbable Marvel Cinematic Universe movie to date. The reasons are more legion than the son of Professor Xavier and Gabrielle Haller. For almost 20 years, the X-Men — along with Deadpool and Wolverine with them — were controlled by a totally different film studio, 20th Century Fox. Their Deadpool movies were full of R-rated violence and profanity, both big no-nos in the PG-13 MCU. And even before Marvel bought Fox, Wolverine star Hugh Jackman announced his retirement as the character and released his superhero farewell, 2017’s Logan, where his X-Man died in unequivocal terms. As a general rule, it’s tough to make a sequel after you’ve impaled your title character on a massive tree branch.
Man Exposes Girlfriend’s Male Best Friend’s Ulterior Motives: ‘Rubs Me the Wrong Way’
A man on Reddit hatched a plan to prove to his girlfriend that her male best friend wants to be more than just friends after he rubbed him the "wrong way." "He's that dude that every dude can tell is just after his woman but she doesn't see it and responds with, 'He's just a friend,'" the frustrated man began.
Woman Spooked After Receiving Anonymous Message Warning Her About the New Guy She’s Dating
A woman was creeped out after she received an anonymous message warning her about the new man she's dating. "I've been seeing this guy from work for a few weeks now and most of the time we end our dates with s-x," she wrote on Reddit. The woman became even...
Illinois Golf Weed Challenge Is A Popular New Twist In The Game
If you're not good at golf, this new challenge at Illinois courses could make the game at least more interesting for you. Some Illinois Golfers Are Competing In The Golf Weed Challenge. I remember there was a time when I used to enjoy playing golf. My friends and I would...
Illinois Is Home To The World’s Largest Monopoly Game
Fans of Monopoly in Illinois are very excited about this new version of the game featured in our state. I realize there are thousands of board games available to play in the world. Of course, some are just more popular than the rest. If I had to pick the top one of all time, for my money it's Monopoly.
This IL City Would Be Closed & Bankrupt If It Was A Business
What if the Illinois government actually operated like a real business?. Illinois Is One Of The Worst Run Cities In The United States. I've lived in Illinois my whole life. I grew up in the suburbs of Chicago. I believe the Land of Lincoln and the Windy City are amazing places. There's just one major problem. That's the government. Our state and that city have a horrible history of corruption. Those terrible leaders have put us in bad shape.
Monster Illinois Potholes Take Out 25 Cars In 1 Night
If you thought Rockford roads were bad, wait until you hear about this Illinois highway. Pothole-Filled Road In Illinois Destroys Several Tires. The one thing I hear residents of Illinois, especially in Rockford complain about is potholes. Our city and state have definitely earned that reputation. Driving down our streets is like trying to avoid landmines.
Illinois Homeowners: Beware of Asphalt Paving Scams for Driveways
If you're planning on repaving your driveway soon, make sure you hire someone you trust to get the job done. I can't stand when solicitors come to my house and try to sell me on anything. First, I don't want to talk to you. Second, whatever you're selling... I'm not...
Enjoy Unforgettable Group Getaways At This New Resort In Central Illinois
Craving a unique escape for your next group getaway? Look no further than The Uplands in Farmington, Illinois, an 80-acre estate offering adventure, relaxation, and a beautiful private lake!. Ideas for a Large Group Vacation. Every summer my family enjoys several mini vacations with small groups of family and friends...
Did You Know Rockford Has 6th Largest YMCA in America?
I was today years old when I found out Rockford has one of the biggest YMCA facilities in the entire country! Did you know that?. My sister and mom just signed up for a YMCA membership in downtown Rockford, so it's only a matter of time I join them at the gym! While they were learning all about that location, they were surprised to hear the SwedishAmerican Riverfront YMCA, that's by Sinnissippi Park, is the 6th largest location in the United States.
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