Crispy Perfection: Best Places for Fried Chicken in Illinois

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Niemerg's Steakhouse & Brass Rail Lounge, Effingham, IL

Niemerg’s Steakhouse features a huge menu and extremely reasonable prices. Their serve a chicken lunch and dinner, which are both served with salad or soup, vegetable, and potato. Their country…

Niemerg’s Steakhouse features a huge menu and extremely reasonable prices. Their serve a…

The 15 Best Hiking Trails in Illinois!

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Eagle Creek State Recreation Area, Findlay, IL

View indigenous wildlife, miles of shoreline, and herds of deer at the Eagle Creek State Recreation Area in Findlay. Hikers can undertake three marked trails for a relaxing walk through the forest,…

View indigenous wildlife, miles of shoreline, and herds of deer at the Eagle Creek State Recreation…

The 9 Best Wineries in Illinois!

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Bretz Wildlife Lodge & Winery, Carlyle, IL

Inspired by Southern Africa, Bretz Wildlife Lodge & Winery provides delicious wine tasting in a rustic, relaxing environment. Taste from a selection of red, blush, white, and fruit wines, all…

Inspired by Southern Africa, Bretz Wildlife Lodge & Winery provides delicious wine tasting in a…

The 9 Best Hardware Stores in Illinois!

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Steve Jones Plumbing & Hardware, Newton, IL

For a local hardware store that always goes the extra mile, head to Steve Jones Plumbing & Hardware. They offer hardware supplies, appliances, and services including plumbing and remodeling.…

For a local hardware store that always goes the extra mile, head to Steve Jones Plumbing &…

10 Best Shopping Outlets in Illinois

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Times Square Mall, Mt. Vernon, IL

Times Square Mall in Mt. Vernon doesn’t have the chaotic crowds of Times Square in New York City, but it’s just as worthy of a visit - albeit for different reasons. With stores like Hobby…

Times Square Mall in Mt. Vernon doesn’t have the chaotic crowds of Times Square in New York…

The 9 Best Sports Bars in Illinois!

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E.L. Flanagan's Sports & Spirits, Highland, IL

For tasty bar food and fast service, look no further than E.L. Flanagan’s. Their wait staff is friendly and attentive and guests can enjoy the live music on weekends. The outdoor patio is…

For tasty bar food and fast service, look no further than E.L. Flanagan’s. Their wait staff…

15 of the Best (and Most Offbeat) Attractions in Illinois!

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Two-Story Outhouse, Gays, IL

On a patch of green grass in a small park stands a two-story outhouse. This historic outhouse in Gays was once connected to two-story apartments, but the apartments were eventually demolished. The…

On a patch of green grass in a small park stands a two-story outhouse. This historic outhouse in…

The 10 Best Public Golf Courses in Illinois!

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Timber Lakes Golf Course, Staunton, IL

Known as one of the finest courses in the St. Louis Metro East area, Timber Lakes welcomes all golfers regardless of experience. This beautiful 18-hole championship course offers a complete driving…

Known as one of the finest courses in the St. Louis Metro East area, Timber Lakes welcomes all…

The 9 Best BBQ Joints in Illinois!

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A Fine Swine BBQ Food Truck & Catering, East Swansea, IL

This popular barbecue joint takes pride in their fresh, high-quality meats and slow-cooking barbecuing methods. The owners of A Fine Swine BBQ really care about their meats, making this place popular…

This popular barbecue joint takes pride in their fresh, high-quality meats and slow-cooking…

Illinois' Coolest Hotels

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The Original Springs Hotel, Okawville, IL

Take a step back into history at The Original Springs Hotel in Okawville. Established in 1867, this hotel was originally a saddlery and harness shop. The original building was completely destroyed in…

Take a step back into history at The Original Springs Hotel in Okawville. Established in 1867, this…

Times Square Mall, Mt. Vernon, IL

Featured in 10 Best Shopping Outlets in Illinois

Times Square Mall in Mt. Vernon doesn’t have the chaotic crowds of Times Square in New York City, but it’s just as worthy of a visit - albeit for different reasons. With stores like Hobby… Read More

Niemerg's Steakhouse & Brass Rail Lounge, Effingham, IL

Featured in The 9 Best Places for Fried Chicken in Illinois!

Niemerg’s Steakhouse features a huge menu and extremely reasonable prices. Their serve a chicken lunch and dinner, which are both served with salad or soup, vegetable, and potato. Their country… Read More

Steve Jones Plumbing & Hardware, Newton, IL

Featured in The 9 Best Hardware Stores in Illinois!

For a local hardware store that always goes the extra mile, head to Steve Jones Plumbing & Hardware. They offer hardware supplies, appliances, and services including plumbing and remodeling.… Read More

E.L. Flanagan's Sports & Spirits, Highland, IL

Featured in The 9 Best Sports Bars in Illinois!

For tasty bar food and fast service, look no further than E.L. Flanagan’s. Their wait staff is friendly and attentive and guests can enjoy the live music on weekends. The outdoor patio is… Read More

Bretz Wildlife Lodge & Winery, Carlyle, IL

Featured in The 9 Best Wineries in Illinois!

Inspired by Southern Africa, Bretz Wildlife Lodge & Winery provides delicious wine tasting in a rustic, relaxing environment. Taste from a selection of red, blush, white, and fruit wines, all… Read More

Timber Lakes Golf Course, Staunton, IL

Featured in The 10 Best Public Golf Courses in Illinois!

Two-Story Outhouse, Gays, IL

Featured in 15 of the Best (and Most Offbeat) Attractions in Illinois!

On a patch of green grass in a small park stands a two-story outhouse. This historic outhouse in Gays was once connected to two-story apartments, but the apartments were eventually demolished. The… Read More

Jagger's Doggie Daycare, Mount Vernon, IL

Featured in The 10 Best Pet Groomers in Illinois!

Jagger’s makes every effort to ensure your pets are comfortable and relaxed. They pamper your pets in a stress-free environment, leaving them looking and smelling great. Jagger’s also… Read More

Tinseltown: An Old Hollywood Style New Year’s Eve Party, Mount Vernon, IL

Featured in 10 Fun Things to Do on New Year’s Eve in Illinois

Could there be a more fitting theme for this old-school theater than that of the silver screen movie era? This Hollywood cabaret is filled with the sounds of jazz music from The Perrilles Project and… Read More

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Lake Sara Fireworks

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Lake Sara, Effingham, IL

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