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One of Illinois’ Most Popular Apple Orchards Announces 2024 Closing Date
The clock is ticking when it comes to loading up on your favorite apple cider donuts at Edwards Apple Orchard West, they just announced their closing day for this season. Earlier this month we discovered that Illinois' favorite dessert is a donut, which makes it so easy to understand why Stateline residents are so obsessed with the local apple orchards... because they make fresh donuts that aren't available all year long!
America’s Worst Fast Food Chain Has Nine Illinois Locations
You're busy, I get it. I'm busy, too. That means there are times when you need to eat quickly, and that's where fast food comes in. Coupon Birds says America has the world's largest fast food industry, raking in nearly 400 billion dollars. So, it makes sense to know exactly...
Many Illinois Shopping Malls Are Closing, One Is Thriving
Consumer shopping habits have changed so dramatically in the last four years, that brick-and-mortar stores and most malls can no longer compete. Two once popular Illinois malls have closed in the last month and more are coming. What is Woodfield Mall's secret?. Why Are So Many Illinois Malls Closing. West...
DMV Kiosks Installed in Select Grocery Stores in Illinois
A new way of renewing your driver's license has come to Illinois. It just became a lot easier if you want to renew your driver's license or state ID. Illinois State of Secretary placed DMV kiosks throughout the state have placed kiosks in a few grocery stores in Illinois. The closest one to the Tri-States is Springfield.
Illinois Grocery Chain Offers a $47 Thanksgiving Meal for 10 People
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, Illinois and Wisconsin families are feeling the squeeze as grocery prices continue to rise. Reports show that food costs have surged by almost 30 percent in the past 5 years, putting pressure on holiday budgets. As inflation hits households across the Stateline, many are wondering how to pull off the traditional Thanksgiving meal without cutting back.
Illinois Is A Dog State, But…How Many Can You Legally Have?
Maybe a better question should be "How much poop are you willing to pick up," or "Just how much chaos can one household handle?" We have two dogs at our house and believe me, I've hit my pocketful-of-poop-bags limit and have had more than enough chaotic events to tide me over for a good long while, so I won't be adding more to the mix right now.
Illinois Pizzerias With The Highest Scores From Dave Portnoy
Craving a slice of pizza perfection? Join us as we explore the top pizza joints in Illinois that have earned high marks from Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy's renowned One Bite Pizza Review. Imagine Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy embarking on a noble quest, a modern-day pizza knight, armed not...
Danger: Illinois’ Amorous Deer Are Out On The Roads Again
Deer are out and about in Illinois throughout the year, no matter what the season. However, it's this time of year, when we enter fall and head toward winter, that our state's deer population becomes obsessed with the idea of finding a mate and makes life much more dangerous for Illinois drivers of all ages. It's not just Illinois, either.
Bistro Verde ready to roll out a new menu for the fall
I don’t know where the last two months have gone; it happened so fast. LLCC’s last Bistro Verde menu and class were quite successful and are now done. To the many of you who joined us for lunch and allowed the students to share their talents and learning experiences — thank you. We are now on to the next menu, which offers plated dishes that are a little more upscale casual, but very reasonable. Service just...
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