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Fairgoers flock to 'Freak Out,' despite Ohio carnival accident
Chris McCauley of Beloit, Wisconsin didn't have any reservations about allowing his two children to ride the "Freak Out"…
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Fate of Korean War Museum exhibits still in doubt
Korean War veteran Jim McCrocklin says he isn't so much concerned about the return of his wartime footlocker and other d…
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'Boy Band' recap: Is this the end of the line for Devin?
I'm pretty sure Devin jinxed himself this week.Was it his confidence? Was it the fact that he was in a group called Neve…
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New Twilight Parade route gets mixed reviews
The new route for the Illinois State Fair's Twilight Parade meant that Jean Moody, 88, had a front-row seat for the even…
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Area Football Notebook: Carlinville coach sees life after star RB's departure
Chad Easterday has seen outstanding running backs come and go over his 10 years as football coach at Carlinville High Sc…
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State misses aid payment, but schools still get some overdue money
Illinois missed making a state aid payment to public schools Thursday for the first time ever, although schools still go…
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Old Gillett Farm acres bring nearly $3.9M at auction
An auction of 576 acres of mostly agricultural land and buildings at Old Gillett Farm near Elkhart brought nearly $3.9 m…
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Agriculture Director Poe OK after falling during state fair ribbon cutting
Illinois Department of Agriculture Director Raymond Poe said he is OK after taking a tumble during Thursday's ribbon-cut…
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Wes Barr will not seek re-election as Sangamon Co. sheriff
Sangamon County Sheriff Wes Barr said Thursday he will not run for re-election as the county's top law enforcement offic…
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Grandstand preview: Pentatonix commands stage with no instruments
Is this Pentatonix's swan song?If it is or if it isn't, one local fan has a suggestion: go see the five-person a cappell…
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Restaurant review: Trying the Italian dishes Razzo's Pizza
Address: 129 S. John St., RochesterPhone: 498-9565Website: www.razzospizza.com
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Muni ends 2017 season with hit musical 'Grease'
The Muni takes audiences back to the 1950s with a production of the classic musical "Grease," which will open Friday and…
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What to know about Thursday's opening of the State Fair
Thursday night's Twilight Parade signals the start of the 2017 Illinois State Fair. But it's not the only thing happenin…
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Wes Barr deciding whether to run again for Sangamon Co. sheriff
Sangamon County Sheriff Wes Barr said Wednesday he hopes to decide by the end of the week if he will seek another four-y…
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Grandstand preview: Chase Rice believes music is magical when live
In an era when recorded music is available on demand, at the touch of a button or screen, country singer/songwriter Chas…
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