The 9 Best Cake Shops in Illinois!

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Aurelio's Bake Shop, Sterling, IL

Aurelio’s Bake Shop is a local favorite because of the fantastic cakes, which are always moist, delicious, and nicely decorated. The accommodating staff works hard to ensure customers are happy…

Aurelio’s Bake Shop is a local favorite because of the fantastic cakes, which are always…

The 10 Best Sports Centers in Illinois!

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Westwood Fitness & Sports Center, Sterling, IL

The Westwood Fitness & Sports Center consists of two separate buildings, making this sports center the largest in the district. One building features a 200-meter indoor track, 60-yard…

The Westwood Fitness & Sports Center consists of two separate buildings, making this sports…

The Best Fusion Restaurants in Illinois!

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Somkit, Dixon, IL

Serving a combination of Thai and Japanese cuisine, Somkit offers an authentic, diverse menu in a casual environment. Their cuisine is handmade by skilled food artisans who ensure everything is…

Serving a combination of Thai and Japanese cuisine, Somkit offers an authentic, diverse menu in a…

The 15 Best Hiking Trails in Illinois!

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White Pines Forest State Park, Mt. Morris, IL

White Pines Forest is a scenic haven in every season. Located in Mt. Morris, this picturesque location features 385 acres of moss-covered cliffs, trailing vines, white pine forests, and wildlife.…

White Pines Forest is a scenic haven in every season. Located in Mt. Morris, this picturesque…

The 10 Best Camping Spots in Illinois!

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Castle Rock State Park, Oregon, IL

Castle Rock State Park is distinguished by rock formations, ravines, and a sandstone bluff perfect for exploration. Located in the Rock River Hills region, this beautiful park offers six miles of…

Castle Rock State Park is distinguished by rock formations, ravines, and a sandstone bluff perfect…

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

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Raven’s Grin Inn, Mount Carroll, IL

This haunted mansion in Mount Carroll is an unusual attraction that draws visitors from all over. The owner purchased this lavish mansion when it was already haunted, and now he gives tours all year.…

This haunted mansion in Mount Carroll is an unusual attraction that draws visitors from all over.…

The 15 Best Picnic Spots in Illinois!

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White Pines Forest State Park, Mt. Morris, IL

White Pines Forest State Park is a scenic haven and perfect picnic spot. With magnificent trees and moss-covered cliffs, this colorful park is ideal for wildlife-watching. Four shelters and several…

White Pines Forest State Park is a scenic haven and perfect picnic spot. With magnificent trees and…

The 11 Best Activities for College Students in Illinois!

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Mississippi Palisades State Park, Savanna, IL

If you’ve mastered rock climbing at the local gym, it may be time to head to Palisades State Park. Rocking climbing is allowed at certain areas of the park, and rock climbers must bring their…

If you’ve mastered rock climbing at the local gym, it may be time to head to Palisades State…

The 9 Best Markets in Illinois!

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The Cheese Market, Freeport, IL

If you love cheese, you’ve got to head over to the Cheese Market in Freeport. This market offers a wide variety of homemade cheeses including real cheese curds (customer favorite item). The…

If you love cheese, you’ve got to head over to the Cheese Market in Freeport. This market…

The 7 Best Karaoke Bars in Illinois!

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Choppers Bar & Grill, East Moline, IL

This family-owned and operated karaoke bar welcomes bikers and even hosts Thursday night bike nights. Choppers offers a wide variety of entertainment including pool leagues, darts, video gaming, and…

This family-owned and operated karaoke bar welcomes bikers and even hosts Thursday night bike…

Castle Rock State Park, Oregon, IL

Featured in The 10 Best Camping Spots in Illinois!

Castle Rock State Park is distinguished by rock formations, ravines, and a sandstone bluff perfect for exploration. Located in the Rock River Hills region, this beautiful park offers six miles of… Read More

White Pines Forest State Park, Mt. Morris, IL

Featured in The 15 Best Hiking Trails in Illinois!

White Pines Forest is a scenic haven in every season. Located in Mt. Morris, this picturesque location features 385 acres of moss-covered cliffs, trailing vines, white pine forests, and wildlife.… Read More

Somkit, Dixon, IL

Featured in The Best Fusion Restaurants in Illinois!

Serving a combination of Thai and Japanese cuisine, Somkit offers an authentic, diverse menu in a casual environment. Their cuisine is handmade by skilled food artisans who ensure everything is… Read More

Choppers Bar & Grill, East Moline, IL

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Abreo Restaurant, Rockford, IL

Featured in The 13 Best Restaurants in Illinois!

If you like small, creative dishes served in a dramatic fashion, you’ll appreciate Abreo Restaurant in Rockford. Chef Paul Sletten is passionate about creating and reinventing unique, seasonal… Read More

The Cheese Market, Freeport, IL

Featured in The 9 Best Markets in Illinois!

If you love cheese, you’ve got to head over to the Cheese Market in Freeport. This market offers a wide variety of homemade cheeses including real cheese curds (customer favorite item). The… Read More

CherryVale Mall, Rockford, IL

Featured in 10 Best Shopping Outlets in Illinois

Whether you have a lengthy shopping list or you’re just planning on browsing around and seeing what you see, CherryVale Mall is the destination for you. It’s where all of Rockford goes… Read More

Brandon's Hardware & Rental, Lena, IL

Featured in The 9 Best Hardware Stores in Illinois!

Brandon’s Hardware is a local favorite because of the owner’s amazing customer service. He’s always adding new hardware products to the store and offers his help whenever possible.… Read More

Westwood Fitness & Sports Center, Sterling, IL

Featured in The 10 Best Sports Centers in Illinois!

The Westwood Fitness & Sports Center consists of two separate buildings, making this sports center the largest in the district. One building features a 200-meter indoor track, 60-yard… Read More

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