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2 days ago in Education, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local

LLCC to feature “Echo” at Trutter Museum and Murray Gallery

Lincoln Land Community College

The public is invited to view the exhibit weekdays from 8am--4pm September 29--October 31

2 days ago in Education, Entertainment, IL State News, Local, Sports

REO Speedwagon returns home for Illini Homecoming halftime show and as parade grand marshalls

REO Speedwagon

Just last week, Cronin agreed to attend, saying in a press release, “I’m honored by the invitation and the opportunity to reunite for this special university event.”

2 days ago in Entertainment, History, Lifestyle, Local

Route 66 Mother Road Festival road closures

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2 days ago in Entertainment

Emotional Jimmy Kimmel says in late-night return he never intended to make light of Kirk’s killing

Jimmy Kimmel returned to late-night television Tuesday after a nearly weeklong suspension and, in an emotional monologue where he appeared close to tears, said that he wasn't trying to joke about the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

3 days ago in Agriculture, Business, Entertainment, IL State News, Local

The 2025 Illinois and Du Quoin State Fair welcomed over a million visitors

Springfield saw 723,079 fair goers and The Du Quoin State Fair saw 282,204 attendees!!