It's hard to have real staying power in the restaurant business. That's why the most historic food joint in Illinois is impressive as it's a drive-in that's managed to stay vital for nearly 8 decades.
It would appear that FedEx is scaling back its facilities in Illinois as there is a report that workers have been informed of 3 facility closings this year.
It's not a classified secret that Illinois would have several locations that would be prime targets for an enemy if the worst-case scenario nuclear exchange everyone fears ever becomes reality. However, there's a FEMA map that shows an alarming number of Illinois targets including many in the middle of nowhere.
It's a concerning trend that seems to be ramping up as the nation gets closer to another election. The FBI is investigating why Illinois and several other states are receiving strange packages of unknown origin.
If you're looking for the latest and greatest in the world of fast food, you won't have long to wait before a new trendy homemade meal chain will be opening in Illinois as that's now planned before the end of the year.
One of my most memorable trips as a kid was to Abraham Lincoln historical sites in Springfield, Illinois. Now, there's a new but still somber look at Abraham Lincoln's first and only Illinois home plus his final resting place.