(Photo By Flickr Larry Darling) The first official weekend of the Illinois State Fair is here 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, right now!! Saturday, August 12 – Kids Day The first Saturday of the…… MORE
(Photo By Flickr User Randy von Liski) See what’s happening in the Capital City with a glimpse of the Illinois State Fair, On Today! Today, it’s Opening Day at the ISF; you can join in with them as they celebrate the County Fairs and Horse Racing Day! More than 70 county fair queens and…… MORE
(Photo By Flickr User CAFNR) “Do you want to know your way around the Illinois State Fair On Your Smartphone? Yep, They’ve Got An App For That!” The people who are heading to the Illinois State Fair during its duration, may want to download the mobile phone app. MOBILE APP HIGHLIGHTS: Daily Schedule of Events:…… MORE
(Photo By Flickr User Randy von Liski) The pre-opening of the 165th Annual Illinois State Fair begins today at the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield, IL! Preview Night will feature the twilight parade, discounted carnival rides (Carnival Midway and Adventure Village will be open late Thursday afternoon following a complete ride inspection), and a FREE…… MORE
(Photo By Flickr User Katie Morrow) “Survey says… ABC-TV wants more Celebrity Family Feud!” The network has renewed their summer game show for a fourth season. According to tvseriesfinale.com, Celebrity Family Feud which is hosted by Steve Harvey, was renewed earlier this week. The portion of the press release was read like this: “Celebrity Family…… MORE
(Photo By Flickr User Daniel X O’Neill) The Bud Billiken Back To School Parade is the second largest parade in the United States, It has grown into an institution with participation from across generations and across the country. According to budbillikenparade.org, fun facts about the Bud Billiken Back To School Parade are as follows:…… MORE
(Photo By Flickr User Geoffrey Fairchild) The 36th Annual Taste of Peoria will be held on this Wednesday at the Peoria Riverfront! The Taste of Peoria has a block party atmosphere where you can enjoy amazing music for all ages. Admission is $2 per person. Gates open at 4pm. Over 30 of the Peoria…… MORE
(Photo By Flickr User JAXPORT) A central Illinois lawmaker will be involved in a push to help people find jobs. According to wandtv.com, State Rep. Sue Scherer (D) is partnering with Workforce Investment Solutions for a job fair on Wednesday, August 23rd; It’s happening from 10am – 2pm at Decatur’s Knights of Columbus Hall. Events to…… MORE
(Photo By Flickr User wizard298) Peoria’s signature event returns to the RiverFront on this weekend! Celebrate the heritage and legacy of America’s music at the 2017 River City Soul Fest, Friday and Saturday night, August 4th and 5th along Peoria’s Riverfront. Friday features Peoria’s finest Gospel and is headlined by Peoria’s own, Deveraux Hubbard.…… MORE
(Photo By Flickr User Michael Kappel) Wheaton, IL has been named one of the cities that tops a list of the 100 Safest Cities in America. According to wqad.com, the list, which was released on last week, was developed by the National Council for Home Safety and Security. The average violent crime rate from the…… MORE
