(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
(Photo By Flickr User Demmer S) The 36th Annual Taste of Peoria will be held on Wednesday, August 9th 2017 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…… MORE
(Photo By Flickr User U-Haul Truck Sales) Get ready for the 2017 football season; also, get a behind the scenes look at the Chicago Bears! Join in at Soldier Field on the first Saturday in August for the Meijer Chicago Bears Family Fest! Family Fest is a one of a kind experience for you and…… MORE
(Photo By Flickr User Randy von Liski) One ticket, Two attractions, One great price! Buy now to skip the line & save! Come on down to the Capital City, where you can get some Education & Information from the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library And Museum and end your day with fun and excitement at the…… MORE
