Tag Archives: Peoria

Reconnect with nature at Wildlife Prairie Park

(HANNA CITY, ILLINOIS) — Imagine a place you can wake up in the morning to bison in your backyard. Wildlife Prairie Park, a 1,800-acre zoological park in Hanna City, Illinois — offers just that, plus a lot more. Here’s your “What-To-Do” list, Wildlife Prairie Park edition. Where to stay: There are 7 ways to stayContinue reading “Reconnect with nature at Wildlife Prairie Park”

Starved Rock: Where Peace and Adventure Meet

(OGLESBY, Ill.) — There’s a reason Starved Rock State Park and Lodge are consistently ranked as a top Illinois destination. Many reasons, in fact. The beautiful scenery of nature trails, canyons and waterfalls intertwined with the relaxing ambience of the lodge makes a perfect getaway for anyone. On Friday, we arrived to Starved Rock LodgeContinue reading “Starved Rock: Where Peace and Adventure Meet”

Illinois BBQ Blog: Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern!

(PEORIA, Ill.) — There’a a reason Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern was voted “Best ribs in Peoria area” this year. Meaty, tender, fall of the bone delicious, and full of flavor. With crispy fries, pickle chips, and cornbread to go with your ribs, you’re set! The two sauces available are a sweet red and a Carolina-style,Continue reading “Illinois BBQ Blog: Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern!”

ElectroBrew: Hydrating coffee ready to transform the sports world

(Peoria, Ill.) — People around the world struggle with maintaining a healthy balance between coffee intake and staying hydrated. Statistics show roughly 75% of Americans drink coffee on a daily basis, but studies show 50% of coffee consumers aren’t “adequately hydrating,” according to ElectroBrew. So that’s where the Peoria-based startup coffee business steps in. “ElectroBrewContinue reading “ElectroBrew: Hydrating coffee ready to transform the sports world”

I’m leaving TV news: Here’s what’s next

(Illinois) — It wasn’t an easy decision to leave TV news. Many times I’ve sat there, wondering if this is the right move. The sentence that pops in my mind every single time is “the right decision at the right time.” I believe that. It’s been an incredible nearly 5 years doing TV News. IContinue reading “I’m leaving TV news: Here’s what’s next”