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  1. Al Capone Al Capone ruled Chicago's underworld of crime during the 1920s. His gang controlled the city's gambling, prostitution, and illegal liquor activities. After defeating several murder charges, Capone was convicted of income tax evasion and spent eight y...
  2. Illinois indoor waterparks Grab your bathing suit and head for an adventure you won't forget at one of Illinois' amazing indoor water parks. Raft rides, body slides, water cannons and vortex pools will ensure that winter's the last thing on your mind. Below are some of the par...
  3. Not Just Elvis What if I told you this man you see here, had a chance to sign with Warner Brother's Records?  Would you believe me.  Well he did, our Mother has the letter framed and displayed to this day.  That was over twenty five years ago.&nb...
  4. Cairo, Illinois USA Historically, Cairo was a thriving city. People thought Cairo was going to be what Chicago is now. It is located at the southern tip of Illinois (Ohio and Mississippi rivers), so it was perfect for river trade. Cairo's history is what makes it u...
  5. Northern U.S. Road Trip When planning a road trip in the United States, there are two popular options: the northern route and the southern route . We'll be analyzing the northern route here, covering the states from Maine to Washington state. If a road trip is in your futur...
  6. Emo Phillips If you haven't ever seen or heard comedian Emo Phillips, there's probably no way I can accurately describe him to you.  He's quirky and peculiar and strange and geeky and very, very funny. 
  7. Free Hot Live Videos I love to read news, especially watch online videos and find out what is going on locally, nationally and internationally. I can watch all kind of hot videos from wide range of topics such as politics, health, tech, financing, etc. I simply just lo...
  8. Visit Historic Nauvoo Welcome!  As a former seminary teacher and church history fan, I am inviting you to read a little about Historic Nauvoo, sometimes known as the Williamsburg of the West. For those unfamiliar with Nauvoo, it is located in Illinois along the banks...
  9. Illinois Jobs Illinois Jobs - This northern state is a powerhouse, both in agriculture, manufacturing and it also offers a grwoing services industry. There are many good job opportunities in Illinois: Illinois's agricultural industry produces  corn, soybeans,...
  10. New Independent Demonstrator I am so excited about my new career with Gold Canyon Candles, I had to share it with you. First of all, I have the opportunity to earn my demonstrator kit for free. It's valued at almost $400.00. My Senior Demonstrator assures me, I will reach my go...
  11. All Things Chicago Headquarters This page is for All Things Chicago - Chicagoans, places to visit in Chicago, Chicago history, Chicago things - anything you can think of that is related to the city of Chicago, Illinois.  Check out all the lenses below, and add your favorites t...
  12. Tinley Park Tinley Park is a popular southwest suburb of Chicago that was just announced as "America's Best Place to Raise a Family" by BusinessWeek Magazine.  It is located in both Cook and Will County. It offers a quaint downtown area on Oak...
  13. Paid Focus Groups--Midwestern United States. - Just Updated. Paid focus groups can easily supplement your income. Here I've listed current focus groups offered in Midwestern United States cities    
  14. Ministry - Industrial Metal Ministry was an industrial metal band, active from 1981 to 2008, who are widely regarded as one of the pioneers of industrial metal. Founded by Cuban born Al Jourgensen, Ministry started life in Illinois in 1981. Jourgensen decided on the band name...
  15. All About Route 66 Featured in the TV Show Route 66 has been immortalized in movies, television programs, and songs. Preservation groups have formed along the scenic drive across eight states. Today, you can travel much of the route by car. Here you'll find the glamor, the mystery, and the u...
  16. get your kicks on route 66 I've been greatly inspired from my travels upon the old highway...while much of it no longer exists, if you are patient, you can find more than you might otherwise have thought still remained...not long ago, trying to locate sections of the old road...
  17. Top 10 Places to Visit in Illinois If you live in or are planning to visit Illinois, then check out this list to see where to go! I think Illinois is a really cool place, so I decided to make this lens so everyone can see 10 great places in Illinois to visit! I think that some place...
  18. Meet Gary Sinise A founding member of the Chicago's influential Steppenwolf Theatre Company (along with Terry Kinney and Jeff Perry) when he was barely 19, Gary Sinise made his professional acting debut at the age of 17 in a 1973 production of The Physicist. Sinise h...
  19. Cairo Illinois: Magnolia Manor Magnolia Manor is located in the historic park district in Cairo, Illinois. This mansion was built in 1869 and is one of the historical landmarks inside of Cairo. Among this mansion are many other beautiful homes, some kept kept nice and some falling...
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