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Adult-only camp 'Sip N S'mores' returns Labor Day weekend for third year
Get ready for an epic weekend of adult-fun and camaraderie this Labor Day.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchSip N' Smores is accepting registrations for its third year of their camping extravaganza.The event is hosted at the only Black-owned summer camp in Illinois.The experience isn't the average camping trip. It's a mix of adult fun, friendly competition, parties, food, and drinks for a one-of-a-kind experience, making new friends in the great outdoors.The adult-only getaway runs August 30 through September 2 at Camp Kupugani, located at 6644 W White Eagle Rd in Leaf River, Illinois.Participants can rent their own tent for $330 or a cabin for $350.The deadline to register is August 26. Visit sipnsmores.com to register.
Sycamore man hospitalized after crashing Harley Davidson on Friday night
OGLE COUNTY, Ill. (WTVO) — Police said a headlight malfunction led to a 48-year-old Sycamore man driving off the road on his Harley Davidson motorcycle Friday night. According to the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office, Dennis Osullivan was traveling in the 7000 block of E. Illinois Route 64 around 11:53 p.m. when he went off the […]
Missouri Residents Warned to Prepare for 3 Days of Dangerous Heat
It appears that summer is about to reach its hottest moments of the year this next week as Missouri residents are being warned to prepare for three days of dangerous heat by forecasters. The National Weather Service in St. Louis, Missouri today issued a warning to alert Missourians that the...
Illinois drivers have ways to save as fuel taxes skyrocket
(The Center Square) – High gas taxes make saving money more challenging for drivers in the Land of Lincoln. Illinois consumers are taxed 47 cents per gallon since the state’s motor fuel tax increased 3.5% on July 1. This is 147% more than drivers were taxed in 2017, when the tax was 19 cents per gallon. The tax on diesel is now 54.5 cents per gallon. ...
Illinois To Host World’s Largest Karaoke Party
If you like to sing in front of a crowd, then this party in Illinois is perfect for you. World's Largest Karaoke Party At Illinois Concert Venue. Even though I don't do it very often, I enjoy doing some karaoke. The first time I ever did it was in Rockford at the original JMK location at Mulford and Spring Creek. I did "Born To Be Wild." Nowadays, my go-to tune is "Don't Stop Believin'"
Central Illinois Weather: Dangerous Heat and Storms Expected
Springfield, IL – Central Illinois is set to experience a mix of dangerous heat and severe storms throughout the week. Forecasters predict hot and humid conditions with afternoon heat indices ranging from 100 to 110 degrees on both Tuesday and Wednesday. According to the US National Weather Service Central...
Illinois Woman Wins $1 Million In Lottery, Immediately Pays It Forward
This is the kind of person that should win the lottery. Some people really have the gift of being authentically selfless and enjoy helping other people. That seems to be the case for a woman from Aurora. According to the Illinois Lottery, Antoinette ‘Toni’ Green of Aurora won $1 million...
GROSS! Illinois Will Experience A “Bug Boom” This Summer
With warmer-than-average weather sweeping across Illinois, residents are noticing a surge in bug and insect activity. The unseasonable temperatures have created an ideal environment for these critters to thrive, leading to an unexpected influx in homes and gardens. In Illinois, in addition, to the warmer temperatures, we've also experienced more...
John Deere Confirms More Layoffs, Cuts in Salaried Workforce
John Deere has confirmed it plans to layoff more workers through cuts in its global salaried workforce according to Corridor Business Journal. Deere didn’t release details on the number of salaried employees affected. The most recent round of cuts follow more than 600 previously announced layoffs of Deere’s production workers at three facilities in Illinois and Iowa. The company didn’t say when the additional salaried workforce positions would be eliminated.
Freedom Alliance leader addresses issues with energy sources
(The Center Square) – Concerns are being raised as solar energy facilities displace Midwestern farmland. The Institute for Energy Research reports that the target for solar operations is increasingly in the Midwest, where government subsidies allow solar companies to pay more to rent land than the farmers feeding the nation. Myke Luebbers of the Illinois Freedom Alliance […]
Illinois Now Forecast to Lose 400,000 Residents in Next 20 Years
There's good news and bad news about a new population forecast for Illinois. The bad news is that the state is forecast to lose almost 400,000 residents in the next couple of decades. The good news is rentals should be easier to find. This is based on a new ranking...
Illinois Women Warned About Vicious New Banking & Romance Scams
Obviously no scam is good, but I would argue the worst are the ones that prey on emotions to rob a person blind or worse. That's why there are urgent warnings for Illinois women to be aware there are current ploys that use text messages to lure victims into romance and banking problems.
Congress Passes Illinois Rep Sorensen’s Bill to Ensure American Flags are Made in America
The U.S. House of Representatives unanimously passed Congressman Eric Sorensen’s (IL-17) bipartisan All-American Flag Act, which will require the federal government to only purchase flags that are entirely produced and manufactured in the United States. The bill now goes to the president’s desk to be signed into law.
Glory close inaugural season against AFC Roscoe
The Green Bay Glory close their inaugural season against the team they have been battling for the top spot Sunday afternoon. The Glory have battled AFC Roscoe for the top spot in the lower Heartland Division for much of the season. AFC Roscoe held an edge on points until recently, but the Glory had a decided advantage in goal differential.
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