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Illinois State Fair Weekend Today Finale: 8/20 + 8/21/2016

Illinois State Fair Weekend Today Finale: 8/20 + 8/21/2016

(Photo By Flickr User Katherine Johnson)   Alright family, Are you ready to travel to Springfield, IL to celebrate the last weekend of the Illinois State Fair? If so, take a look to see where you can get in where you fit in for some great family fun on these weekend days! Saturday, August 20th –…MORE

WVEL Sports Scene: Pro Football Hall Of Fame

WVEL Sports Scene: Pro Football Hall Of Fame

(Photo By Flickr User Erik Drost)   The Pro Football Hall of Fame is attempting to make good on what was a bad situation. In the aftermath of the fan furor over the cancellation of the August 7th Hall of Fame game between the Indianapolis Colts and Green Bay Packers, Hall of Fame president David…MORE

Illinois State Fair Today Finale: 8/19/2016

Illinois State Fair Today Finale: 8/19/2016

(Photo By Flickr User Randy von Liski)   Today is day 9  of the Illinois State Fair! The ISF celebrates Futures For Kids Day in the Capital City! Here’s a look at what you can expect when you go to the ISF on today: Friday-8/19/2016: Futures For Kids Day ISFT Highlights For Today: -Open Llama, Swine, Sheep,…MORE

WVEL Safety Watch: Water Damage

WVEL Safety Watch: Water Damage

(Photo By Flickr User Jo Naylor)   Whether it’s a leak in your ceiling or a basement filled with water, water damage can require a costly fix. According to learningcenter,statefarm.com, here are a few home improvements to make water damage less likely. Home Improvements for Water Damage: -Add or update drainage. Use gutters and downspouts…MORE

Illinois State Fair Today: 8/18/2016

Illinois State Fair Today: 8/18/2016

(Photo By Flickr User Katherine Johnson)   Hey family, welcome to day Number 8 of the Summer Celebration! If you want to join in to see the Illinois State Fair happenings on this day, then you’ve come to the right place! Thursday, August 18th – Democrat Day: Illinois Democrats host special guests on this day.…MORE

Illinois State Fair Today: 8/17/2016

Illinois State Fair Today: 8/17/2016

(Photo By Flickr User Katherine Johnson)   “Hot fun in the Summertime, hot fun in the summertime……” ……is still going on in the Capital City! If you want to join in on the summer fun, check out to see what’s happening with day number 7 of the Illinois State Fair, today! ISFT Highlights: -Open Goat,…MORE

WVEL HBCU/Sports Watch: Chicago Football Classic

WVEL HBCU/Sports Watch: Chicago Football Classic

(Photo By Flickr User edward stojakovic)   “Are you ready for some HBCU Football?” If so, then you don’t want to miss the Chicago Football Classic in Chicago, IL happening on the 2nd Saturday in September! In 1997, a small local group of African- American businessmen Larry Huggins, Everett Rand, and Tim Rand formed the Chicago…MORE

Illinois State Fair Today: 8/16/2016

Illinois State Fair Today: 8/16/2016

(Photo By Flickr User Katherine Johnson)   “Welcome One & All; today is day number 6 of the Illinois State Fair!” If you want to take a look at what’s going on with the Capital City, check out today’s highlights and see how you can join in on this Summer Celebration! Tuesday, August 16th –…MORE

Illinois State Fair Today: 8/15/2016

Illinois State Fair Today: 8/15/2016

(Photo By Flickr User Katherine Johnson)   If you are making plans to be at the Illinois State Fair, click on and check out what’s happening with the ISF on day number 5! Monday, August 15th – Senior Citizens Day/Scout Day: Fair visitors 60 and older are admitted to the fairgrounds for free. Special events…MORE

Illinois State Fair Weekend Today: 8/13 + 8/14/2016

Illinois State Fair Weekend Today: 8/13 + 8/14/2016

(Photo By Flickr User Drew de F Fawkes)   The first official weekend of the Illinois State Fair has come and all are welcome to attend! Get the 4-1-1 on what will be happening on Saturday and Sunday inside the Illinois State Fair Weekend Today Edition. Saturday, August 13th –First Responders Day: This is a day…MORE

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