Learning how much it costs per year to raise a child in the state of Illinois should prompt a couple of different reactions. One reaction would be shock by those who haven't started a family yet but want to, and the other reaction would be relief by those of us who've already raised out kids and are glad that we don't have to shell out that cash any longer.
We recently learned what the average annual cost is of having a child in Illinois, so for those who may be torn between having two-legged kids or four-legged ones, here's what you can expect to spend each year on having a dog in our state.
The ongoing recall of broccoli that was sold at Illinois Walmart locations has been upgraded to a class-1 recall. A class-1 recall means that the recall involves a health-hazard situation that will cause health problems and even death. Time to thoroughly check the fridge.
We've all heard our region called "The Rust Belt," which is not the most pleasant description, but this region and several others around the nation are also called "The Salt Belt" due to the usage of road salt during wintertime conditions. So, how much salt do you think Illinois goes through each winter season?
Thomas Ian Nicholas, or as you might know him, Henry Rowengartner from "Rookie of the Year," will be coming to Evansville for a screening of the 1993 classic.
Are you looking for a small town to visit and get cozy in this winter? We have one of the coziest small towns in America right here in Southern Indiana!