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Experience Burger Perfection At This Timeless Old-School Drive-In Hidden Away In Beautiful Illinois

Somewhere in Wood River, Illinois, tucked along a quiet street and covered by a canopy that’s seen more happy customers than most restaurants ever dream of, King Louie’s Drive-In is waiting for you. It’s not hiding exactly, but it’s not shouting either, and that quiet confidence is part...

Wood River, IL · 21h
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Belleville News-Democrat

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These are the 10 highest-rated restaurants in Belleville, Tripadvisor says

A recent ranking from popular travel and reviews site Tripadvisor named Papa Vito’s the No. 1 best restaurant in Belleville , and it isn’t the first top rating the establishment has received. Papa Vito’s has twice previously been named the No. 1 best pizza restaurant in the metro-east by News-Democrat readers, and it’s also one of the more affordable local options for thin-crust pies. Fans of Papa Vito’s praise its family atmosphere, quality ingredients and quick service in reviews. Tripadvisor users gave Papa Vito’s a rating of 4.6 on a 5-point scale with 211 reviews, landing it in first place among 164 Belleville restaurants listed on the site. In addition to its famed pizzas, Papa Vito’s also serves wings, salads, calzones and a variety of appetizers. Signature pies include the Alfredo pizza, BBQ lovers pizza and Papa’s Deluxe. Papa Vito’s has locations in downtown Belleville, west Belleville, Millstadt and Smithton. Tavern on Main was Tripadvisor’s runner-up for best Belleville restaurant, with 213 reviews and a rating of 4.3. Reviewers lauded Tavern on Main’s ambiance , drink selection and high-end ingredients. The dinner menu at Tavern on Main features standout appetizers like the Mahi Mahi quesadilla, portabella strips and crab cakes,

Belleville, IL · 1d

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Maull’s barbecue sauce is back

Get those “park” steaks ready, St. Louisans. Maull’s is making a comeback. According to its website, the St. Louis barbecue sauce brand will return December 1, closing out its 100th year with new packaging and the promise of the same bold, tangy, flavor that generations of St. Louisans grew up with.

St. Louis, MO · 1d
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The Secret Missouri Italian Spot Locals Claim Serves The Best Pasta In The State

A former molecular geneticist now hand-rolls thick spaghetti in a tiny gilded dining room. Yep, the scientist traded lab coats for pasta flour, and I can’t imagine a better career switch. The dining room was designed with just 18 seats. Everyone shares communal tables, so your lunch neighbor might...

St. Louis, MO · 3d
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KMOX News Radio

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Eureka renames Six Flags Road, with new highway signs expected by spring

Eureka renames Six Flags Road, with new highway signs expected by spring

Eureka, MO · 1d

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Granite City Fresh Market Plans Major Investment

Plans to bring Granite City Fresh Market to the former Save A Lot location took a significant step forward as the Granite City Council voted unanimously to move the project forward. Investors attended the council meeting to present plans for a new full-service grocery market and extensive improvements to the Bellemore Village Shopping Center.

Granite City, IL · 2d

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Drive To This Remote Missouri Restaurant Where The Steaks Will Leave You Absolutely Speechless

Some restaurants are easy to find, and some restaurants are worth finding, and Annie Gunn’s in Chesterfield, Missouri is the rare kind that manages to be both at the same time. You just have to be willing to drive a little, and trust that what’s waiting for you at...

Chesterfield, MO · 3d

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High Ridge antique mall to open next month

An antique mall is expected to open in the former 34,000-square-foot Shop ‘n Save store in High Ridge on Nov. 21, promising hours of shopping fun, said owner Chad Lane. JeffCo Antique Mall is located at 1023 Crossroads Plaza, next to the Aldi grocery store. Lane, of Overland, has...

High Ridge, MO · 3d

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Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken Opens New Next-Gen Spot in O'Fallon, Missouri

Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken opens its next-gen spot in O'Fallon with giveaways, prizes & free chicken for a year! Dan Sokolik, VP of marketing, joins My St. Louis Live In the Kitchen, sponsored by More for Less Remodeling, to celebrate the brand's 60th anniversary and new O'Fallon grand opening — visit leesfamousrecipe.com, posted after the show at firstalert4.com/mystllive.

O'Fallon, MO · 3d

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Schnucks Extends ‘Deals For Weeks’ Value Program To Early ’27

Schnuck Markets is extending its “Deals for Weeks” value initiative until early 2027. The St. Louis-based grocer launched the program’s newest cycle Nov. 4 with locked-in savings on 891 winter and holiday essentials through Jan. 5. Designed to complement the grocer’s traditional weekly sales, “Deals for Weeks”...

St. Louis, MO · 1d

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Over 1,000 Bald Eagles Spend The Winter Along The Mississippi River In Illinois

Bald eagles in winter care about one thing above almost anything else: open water. Below the big locks and dams on the Mississippi, churning water often refuses to freeze, and fish get stunned or pushed to the surface. That turns those spots into all-you-can-eat buffets for our national bird. Illinois...

Illinois · 1d

The Edwardsville Intelligencer

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Strength, balance and community found in Glen Carbon chair class

The Age Well program uses dumbbells and bands to work on posture, strength, balance and flexibility; the center partners with Senior Services Plus.

Glen Carbon, IL · 14h

Cultivated Comfort

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Carlinville Illinois Beat 24 Other Finalists To Become Hallmark’s Merriest Christmas Town, And Its Prize Could Be A Movie Filmed On Its Own Historic Square

A small Illinois town on Route 66 just got a very big holiday gift. Carlinville has...

Carlinville, IL · 2d

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Shopping, Live Music and Fundraisers Fill Nov. 6-8 Calendar

Art, live music, family activities and community fundraisers offer a variety of ways to spend Nov. 6-8, 2026. Explore the highlights below and visit RiverBender.com Events for the complete calendar. Downtown Alton businesses will welcome shoppers from 5 to 8 p.m. Nov. 6 for First Fridays Late Night Art &...

Alton, IL · 2d

The Edwardsville Intelligencer

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Edwardsville, Glen Carbon area restaurant inspections Oct. 26-30

All information is from the Madison County Health Department’s website.

Glen Carbon, IL · 2d

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Henry’s Rabbit Ranch will host the late owner’s rabbits at Holiday Market on Nov. 21

The new owners of Henry’s Rabbit Ranch in Staunton, Illinois, announced they will have several of the late owner’s pet rabbits at a Holiday Market on Nov. 21. “Some of Rich Henry’s beloved rabbits, including Big Red, Little Red, and several others, will be making a special appearance!” the business stated in a Facebook post.

Staunton, IL · 1d

WBBM News Radio

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World's Largest Catsup Bottle: Collinsville's claim to fame

Illinois Route 66: Where the Mother Road Begins

Collinsville, IL · 1d

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DiSC Eats: Discover Donald’s Fried Rice: A Culinary Legacy in Soulard

Overview: Chef Jason Lamont has established Donald’s Fried Rice in historic Soulard, crafting gourmet fried rice made with authentic meats, fresh seafood, and no added MSG. Named in memory of his late father, the eatery serves as both a culinary tribute and a launchpad for a multi-location family enterprise.

Ferguson, MO · 2d

FOX 2

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Pokémon fans camp at Fairview Heights Best Buy for card launch

Pokémon fans camped out overnight at a Fairview Heights Best Buy on Thursday to secure limited edition Delta Reign collector card decks celebrating the franchise's 30th anniversary.

Fairview Heights, IL · 14h