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Stay for Just $40 a Night in Illinois’ Most Affordable Airbnb
For a mere $40 a night, you can secure the most budget-friendly Airbnb in Illinois. It's a good deal if you need a place to stay, but then again, you'll travel to Cambridge, Illinois. While Cambridge may not be a familiar spot on the map, it's a hidden gem, a...
Time Traveler Says Yellowstone Will Destroy Missouri & Illinois
There's a popular guy on TikTok who claims he is a time traveler from the future and he's predicting that the super-volcano under Yellowstone National Park will erupt resulting in destruction as far east as Missouri and Illinois. He even names the date it will happen, but I'll explain why you shouldn't lose any sleep over his prediction.
Guy Fieri Says This Illinois’ Restaurant Fries Are The Best He Ever Tasted
A perfect order of French fries should stand on its own. The best of the best for fries can be considered a meal, not just some throw-in to fill up space on a plate. Some restaurants don't care about the "fry experience," whereas this restaurant believes it is integral to the meal's enjoyment.
Frozen Custard & Steakburger Giant Building 2 Illinois Locations
If you're a fan of frozen custard and steak burgers and live in Illinois, you'll be happy to learn that a giant that specializes in both is bringing two locations to the state and neither is in Chicago either. Nation's Restaurant News is reporting that Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers...
These Gas Station Tacos Are the Best in Illinois
Today is National Taco Day, and it wouldn't make sense not to highlight what's been dubbed the best tacos in Illinois. While Taco Day was originally set for October 4, the folks at Taco Bell pushed to move National Taco Day to the first Tuesday in October every year because, you guessed it, Taco Tuesday.
Illinois’ Best Hot Dog Stand Announced & We’re Low-Key Surprised
There are so many different places in Illinois to get a good-tasting hot dog, it's really tough to name the very best, right?. I mean, I thought of a few places right away that ultimately weren't named Illinois' best place to get a hot dog in a recent article on Mashed.com.
Want to Know What Illinois Winter Will Be Like? Better Pet a Cow
Even the most seasoned meteorologist will tell you it's hard to predict winter weather especially when it's not even close to winter yet. There are many in Illinois that believe you can know what the upcoming winter will be like, but first you need to pet a cow. Really. My...
Illinois Orchard is One of the Best in the US for Apple Picking
Even die-hard spring and summer fans will admit that fall trips to apple orchards are pretty much unbeatable. Luckily for us, Illinois is blessed with plenty of amazing options for those apple-picking adventures, including one just ranked amongst the 20 best in America. Is There Anything Better Than Fall at...
Here's what our photographer saw during an impromptu visit at Lincoln Park in Springfield
A Walk in the Park is an ongoing series from The State Journal-Register photographer Thomas Turney, who plans to explore the Springfield area — one park at a time — to capture all of the beauty and recreation Springfield area parks have to offer. If you have a suggestion of a park he should visit, email him at tturney@gannett.com. Lincoln Park is the spot to get a workout in or play a sport. According to the Springfield...
11 Terrifying Horror Movies That Were Set in Illinois
Illinois can be a scary place, but enough about the driving experience. If you think the Land of Lincoln is frightening sometimes in real life, you should see it in the movies including 11 terrifying flicks that have been set in Illinois. Just out of curiosity since this is currently...
Oscar Mayer Wienermobile returning to Central IL this week
CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) — The iconic Oscar Mayer Wienermobile is making its way back to Central Illinois this week. The 27-foot-long hot dog on wheels previously stopped by Champaign this summer. If you missed your chance then, you can still see the famous vehicle between Oct. 10-13 in several different locations throughout the area. Here’s […]
How To Survive ‘Little Black Bugs From Hell’ Season In Illinois
Ah, fall in the Midwest—the season of cozy sweaters, pumpkin patches, and delightful outdoor activities. That is, until you're ambushed by swarms of biting Pirate Bugs, the tiny terrorizers that turn your autumn bliss into a battle for survival. [Cue suspenseful 'movie trailer-like' music]. (deep-voiced guy) In a world...
New Horror Movie Shot In Illinois Will Make You Look At Haunted Houses Differently
People throughout Illinois flock to haunted houses every October for the adrenaline-pumping scares, but what if the fantasy became a reality? That's what one new horror movie coming out in October is all about. Haunted houses are famous for being a terrifying labyrinth of screams, jumpscares, and the occasional blood-curdling...
Two Illinois Spots Named Top Chili Joints in the U.S.
It's a bit of a surprise, isn't it? Texas, the self-proclaimed birthplace of chili, has some competition. Two restaurants in Illinois have managed to secure a spot on the list of the best chili joints in America. How did that happen?. I'm not saying that Texas isn't featured because it...
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