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A man in Slate Belt was caught trying to steal stored wire.  He had secured himself to a pole and was trying to cut a large copper wire when he learned that it was live.  The electricity arced through his body, giving him sever burns and shock.  He was thrown about 20 feet and dangled from

As 2023 gets underway, knowing when the major holidays are is very important.  Some holidays will help have a 3 day weekend, while other important days are going to fall midweek. Valentine’s Day is on a Tuesday St. Patrick’s Day is on a Friday Cinco De Mayo is on a

A while back, there was a book about how you can EAT your Christmas tree, and the trend may be picking up steam.  New reports say that “growing numbers of households are eating parts before throwing them out.” The trend may be picking up steam.  Reports this week say that

A man and woman in Florida broke into a home through an unlocked door, after they had allegedly stolen items from a Dollar General earlier that day.  While in the home, they called 911 for unknown reasons.  When they didn’t say anything, deputies were dispatched to the area.  When

As we enter 2023, embarrassment should be pushed aside and these uncommon things should become more normalized throughout society. 1.  Eating out alone.  Some are self-conscious about it, but treat yourself. 2.  Adult slumber parties.  Staying over, or renting a house with your

A recent study by “The Lancet” shows how important it is to stay hydrated.  They found that middle age people are 20% more likely to die early if they do not drink enough water.  Not drinking enough water and being chronically dehydrated makes you 50% more likely to look older

Two days before Christmas, a 27-year-old named Jay Withey got stranded near Buffalo, New York during the big blizzard that came through.  He had to break into a school for shelter. He smashed a window to get in, then went back out in the storm, rounded up 24 more people who were stranded on the

  If you need an adventure right in your own back yard, North Central Illinois is filled with amazing views to take in, trails to hike, swings to swing on, and parks to visit for the day. Matthiessen State Park, Utica  Starved Rock State Park, Utica Catlin Park, Ottawa Rotary Park,

Top 10 Best Breakfast Foods What is your go-to breakfast?  Maybe you need a new idea for breakfast, check out the top 10 breakfast foods. Pancakes Bacon Waffles Eggs Cereal Donuts Toast Fruit Sausage Muffins