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…

DIY Time: 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 &…

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 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…

Illinois' Best Pet Groomers

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Jagger's Doggie Daycare, Mount Vernon, IL

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…

Jagger’s makes every effort to ensure your pets are comfortable and relaxed. They pamper your…

The 9 Best Markets in Illinois!

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Shady Crest Farm Market, Arthur, IL

Shady Crest Farm Market isn’t your typical grocery store—this small market offers many homemade products. You’ll find fresh produce, deli meats, and cheeses, baked goods such as…

Shady Crest Farm Market isn’t your typical grocery store—this small market offers many…

The 8 Best Mom and Pop Restaurants in Illinois!

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Yoder's Kitchen, Arthur, IL

Yoder’s Kitchen serves old-fashioned Amish cooking in a clean facility. They offer menu items and a buffet, which includes a salad bar and dessert station. Popular menu items include the fried…

Yoder’s Kitchen serves old-fashioned Amish cooking in a clean facility. They offer menu items…

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…

Illinois' Best Public Golf Courses

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Mt. Carmel Municipal Golf Course, Mount Carmel, IL

Mount Carmel is very proud of their 18-hole course, which has some of the best greens in the tristate area. They host many tournaments here and the staff is always welcoming to locals and out-of-town…

Mount Carmel is very proud of their 18-hole course, which has some of the best greens in the…

Eagle Creek State Recreation Area, Findlay, IL

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Bretz Wildlife Lodge & Winery, Carlyle, IL

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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

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

Steve Jones Plumbing & Hardware, Newton, IL

Featured in The 10 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

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

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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

Marlow’s Pumpkin Patch, Opdyke, IL

Featured in The 10 Best Pumpkin Patches in Illinois!

If you’re ever around Opdyke in the fall, you’ve got to stop by Marlow’s Pumpkin Patch. This family-orientated farm offers many types of pumpkins from standard jack-o-lanterns to… Read More

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