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This Cozy Small-Town Illinois Diner Has Biscuits And Gravy Going By 5 A.M. And Pies That Never Saw A Freezer

The grill fires up at 5 a.m. most days, which means biscuits and gravy are ready before the roosters finish clearing their throats. I love a diner that keeps farmer hours without apology. The pies come from a real baker, not a freezer case. The macaroni salad has a small...

Flora, IL · 10d

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Best Of Springfield 2026 Intro

Every year, we ask our opinionated readers to tell us about their favorite people, places and things in the Springfield area. Over the decades we’ve been doing this, we’ve continued to tweak both the process and the results issue to try to keep things fresh and interesting. This...

Springfield, IL · 10d

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From Nearly Extinct To Thriving In All 102 Illinois Counties, Wild Turkeys Are Back Year-round

While domestic turkeys disappear from tables after the holidays, wild turkeys stay put in Illinois all year, forming large flocks that roost high in trees for protection.

Illinois · 8d

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This Unassuming Illinois Amish Bulk Store Sells Spices, Noodles, And Baking Supplies For A Fraction Of Grocery Prices

Spend enough at one Amish country checkout, and they might hand you a bag of homemade noodles for free. That little thank-you tells you a lot about the store. It’s friendly, practical, and serious about feeding families well. The shelves hold bulk spices, flours, grits, cornmeal, and dry baking...

Illinois · 11d

We Are Rockford

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From Nearly Extinct To Thriving In All 102 Illinois Counties, Wild Turkeys Are Back Year-round

While domestic turkeys disappear from tables after the holidays, wild turkeys stay put in Illinois all year, forming large flocks that roost high in trees for protection.

Illinois · 8d

My Journal Courier

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Lascivious leaps across roads causing havoc for deer and drivers

Illinois deer crashes peak from October to December. Here’s when west-central drivers face the highest risk and how to avoid collisions.

Illinois · 10d

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Illinois Lottery Launches CASH POP Draw Game

The Illinois Lottery has launched CASH POP™, a new draw game available online and at nearly 7,000 retail locations across the state. The game allows players to select one or more numbers, known as POPs, and win prizes by matching them to the number drawn. It joins the Lottery’s growing range of high-frequency draw games, offering another option across its retail and digital channels.

Illinois · 8d

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Ricki Marvel to play Hobgoblinspookadelic concert Saturday

This Halloween night, your best rock ‘n’ roll entertainment value might just be the return of NIL8’s long-running seasonal Hobgoblinspookadelic concert after several years’ hiatus. The all-ages show will happen upstairs at Arlington’s for a mere $10 at the door, beginning at 6 p.m. (no advance tickets). In addition to the venerable first-wave Springfield punk headliners, the show will also feature St. Louis favorites fragile porcelain mice, local metal-punk-etc. hybrids Unthynck and the always-evolving singer-songwriter-multi-instrumentalist Ricki Marvel, who will be kicking things off at 6:30.

Springfield, IL · 9d

The Garden Magazine

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After 22 Years, Lawyer Calls for Petting Zoo Limits

A longtime food safety advocate who first raised concerns about petting zoos in 2004 has now outlined specific restrictions following fresh E. coli investigations at three fall attractions. Bill Marler, writing in Food Safety News, points to cases linked to Bengtson’s Pumpkin Farm in Illinois, Brookshire Farms in California, and the State Fair of Texas...

San Luis Obispo, CA · 10d

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Ribbon cutting for Golden Yolk Café

After spending more than a decade working at his uncle’s restaurants in Decatur, Timmy Islami has stepped out on his own at the Golden Yolk Café at the corner of Stevenson and Baker Drive. The café, which will celebrate its recent opening with an official ribbon cutting on...

Springfield, IL · 11d

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7 Hidden Gem Restaurants In Small Town Illinois That Will Make Your Taste Buds Sing With Joy

Looking for hidden gem restaurants in small town Illinois that deliver truly amazing food?. These 7 restaurants offer incredible flavors and experiences you won’t find anywhere else!. 1. Moonshine Store (Martinsville) A hand-painted sign on the front of this building reads “Welcome to Moonshine, Population 3,” and that’s your...

Illinois · 14d

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2 Illinois spots on a list of America's best burritos. Here's where they are

Two Illinois restaurants earned spots on a national ranking of America's best burritos, with both located in Chicago. The Infatuation highlighted standout meats and signature preparations at each spot. Here are key takeaways:. The July 8 report from The Infatuation, "The 23 Best Burritos in America," named Diego and Xocome...

Chicago, IL · 10d

Animal of Things

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Illinois Cockfighting Laws: Felony Charges, Fines, and What Counts as a Crime

Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! Illinois treats cockfighting as a felony offense, not a minor citation, and the law reaches far beyond the person holding a rooster in the pit. Owners, breeders, spectators, gamblers, and property owners who look the other way can all face criminal charges under the state’s Humane Care for Animals Act. If you raise gamefowl, attend … This article, Illinois Cockfighting Laws: Felony Charges, Fines, and What Counts as a Crime , appeared first on Animal of Things . Discover more animal wonders – VISIT Animal of Things NOW AND FOLLOW US FOR FRESH UPDATES! Related Posts: • Quail Hunting Season in New Hampshire: Dates, Limits, and Rules for 2026-2027 • Migratory Bird Hunting Laws in New Mexico: A Hunter’s Guide to Seasons, Licenses, and Limits • Can You Own a Parrot in Michigan? State Laws, Permits, and Restrictions Explained

Illinois · 10d

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Weekend Round Up for October 30 - November 1

There’s plenty of fun to be had around our area, this weekend. Here’s some events you and your family can enjoy. FRIDAY: 7:30 p.m., SATURDAY, SUNDAY 2 p.m. Based on true events surrounding 9/11, it tells the story of the small town of Gander which unexpectedly welcomed 38 planes full of 7,000 stranded travelers.

Springfield, IL · 8d

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Meet local artist Leslie Kimble, learn how she makes her murals (Pt. 1)

Leslie Kimble, the artist behind Leslie Kimble Art, sat down with CI Living Host Kayla Campbell to share how she creates the murals found all around Central Illinois.

Illinois · 8d

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This Humble Little Illinois Restaurant Serves Some of the Most Heavenly Pancakes You’ll Ever Taste

A little train runs along the counter here, and kids can watch food roll right up to them. That alone would earn my attention. Then I learned the place also serves blueberry and lemon curd pancakes. The menu gets even more tempting from there. Cinnamon roll pancakes, apple pancakes, crepes,...

Illinois · 11d

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What Keeps Springfield Coming Back To Charlie Parker’s Diner Inside A Quonset Hut?

Some of the best breakfasts in Illinois are served under a curved metal roof that looks more like a storage shed than a restaurant. In Springfield, one of these buildings draws a line out the door almost every morning, and it closes before most people finish their lunch break. Locals...

Springfield, IL · 14d

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Curve Inn nearing reopening after fire

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - The Curve Inn, a bar in Springfield, is close to reopening after the business closed due to a February fire. The popular tavern closed after a massive fire damaged the building on Feb. 20. The official cause of the fire remains undetermined. Fire investigators believe the...

Springfield, IL · 11d

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This Illinois Mexican Restaurant Sets Out An All-You-Can-Eat Buffet On Wednesdays And Fridays

Two days a week, a festive Mexican spot in the Chicago suburbs rolls out an all-you-can-eat buffet. Wednesday and Friday are the magic words here. Mark them on the fridge calendar. The regular menu is no slouch either. Dinners can come with a cup of chicken soup, plus chips and...

Addison, IL · 12d

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Illinois Locals Will Drive Across Town For The Italian Beef At These 8 Spots

Ask ten people in Illinois where to get the best Italian beef, and you might start a friendly argument that lasts all afternoon. This sandwich is a big deal here, with thin slices of seasoned beef piled on a roll, dipped in gravy, and topped with sweet peppers or spicy giardiniera.

Illinois · 11d

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