(Photo By Flickr User Chris Costes) Many people think it’s air conditioning or a fans that cause it, but the bigger question is, how do you stop it? Summer colds are the worst, hands down! Instead of enjoying the weather, you’re sniffling and sneezing. According to blackamericaweb.com, here are 7 steps to not only stop…… MORE
(Photo By Flickr User York College Of PA) A new school will be named after the late poet Dr. Maya Angelou in the state of New Jersey. According to nj.com & elev8.hellobeautiful.com, the Jersey City, NJ school board voted to name the $54.6 million school building for the celebrated writer and civil rights activist.…… MORE
(Photo By Flickr User switz1873) The Big Ten captured the Commissioner’s Cup in 2015 and 2014, winning eight of the 14 matchups both years. The two conferences split the previous two events, winning six Challenge games each in 2012 and 2013. The ACC won the first 10 Challenges (1999-2008), while the Big Ten won…… MORE
(Photo By Flickr User Wally Hartshorn) Wildlife Prairie Park has an awesome opportunity for learning this weekend, kicking off on Friday with the Day of Enlightenment. On Friday, the kids will learn all about the birds of prey at the time, the life of a Knight, Arms and Armour, and more! Kids who attend…… MORE
(Photo By Flickr User lukexmartin) Old Settler’s Days is a 100-year old summer carnival complete with a parade, amusement rides, local vendors, live music, and sizzling food! This summer festival has been held in Metamora, IL since 1901; that’s over a hundred years of partying! Originally a one-day picnic, Old Settler’s Days has evolved…… MORE
(Photo By Flickr User Loco Steve) Join the celebration as the 39th Annual Galesburg Railroad Days comes to Galesburg, IL! The railroad industry was integral in the growth of Galesburg, IL and remains a proud symbol of their heritage. The annual celebration, Railroad Days, is entering its 39th year and it has never…… MORE
(Photo By Flickr User lePhotography) The 34th Annual Macomb Heritage Days will be held Thursday, June 23-Sunday, June 26, 2016 in historic downtown Macomb, IL. The Heritage Days theme will be Generations Of Excellence, coinciding with the Macomb Public Schools. Heritage Days is an annual family-oriented event which features main stage entertainment, the Little Miss…… MORE
(Photo By Flickr User Alan Light) According to Associated Press and blackamericaweb.com, to launch her own book imprint, Oprah Winfrey is releasing her first cookbook! Oprah Winfrey’s book will be entitled “Food, Health and Happiness: ‘On Point’ Recipes for Great Meals and a Better Life,” is scheduled to come out in January 2017. Winfrey said in a…… MORE
(Photo By Flickr User The Forum News) The 1st Peoria Musicfest and Wellness Fair, aims to promote community and reinvestment in Peoria’s South End Area. The free, public event, happening from 12noon to 8pm on Saturday, June 18th at Martin Luther King Jr. Park, will include music, food vendors, and free HIV testing, The…… MORE
(Photo By Flickr User Rama V) According to ihsa.org, the IHSA Board of Directors met for their regularly scheduled meeting at the IHSA office in Bloomington, IL earlier this week, and awarded the Class 1A Boys’ State Soccer State Finals to the City Of East Peoria, IL. The IHSA Class 1A Boys Soccer State…… MORE
