If you are looking for places to go or something to do this summer, then come visit central Illinois and all of it’s summer festival fun! There is plenty of cheese to be tasting, raggedy Ann & Andy to see, and even a chance to see how a broom is made! On June 1st-3rd, attend ...
Each fall, usually the first two full weekends in October, Illinois’ Fulton County puts on a colorful autumn display for its residents and guests. This is otherwise known as the Spoon River Valley Scenic Drive. Antiques, collectibles and historic attractions wind their way around 140 miles of the Scenic Drive. Music, food, children’s activities, shopping ...
With the proliferation of Mexican restaurants in most cities these days, finding the highest quality Mexican fare can be a hit-or-miss proposition. Champaign-Urbana, located in East Central Illinois, is no exception and offers its share of Mexican cuisine of varying quality. Among the eleven Mexican restaurants in Champaign-Urbana, only a few stand out with regard ...
For many, just mentioning Bartonville Insane Asylum sends chills down the spine. Surrounding by tales of unsettled spirits and ghost sightings, the asylum is well known in Central Illinois and a favorite stopping point for many who are interested in the paranormal. Bartonville, with a population of about 7,000, is located in Peoria County, Illinois. ...
