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Illinois Now Has 6 Absolutely Free Throwback Video Rental Boxes
I am a fan of technology and admit that movie streaming is convenient. However, I do miss the excitement of new release days back when video rental stores flourished and Illinois apparently feels that way too as there are now 6 free video rental boxes around the Land of Lincoln.
Few States Make More Lethal Weapons for the US Army than Illinois
This has been happening practically in my backyard for decades and I had no idea the massive firepower being manufactured in Illinois and loaded into US Army weapons. Few states can match Illinois' output when it comes to supplying the military.
8 Illinois Hospitals Just Received ‘D’ Grades for Patient Safety
As I recall from my educational years, 'D' is a passing grade, but just barely. That's the grade that 8 Illinois hospitals just received as they were ranked for patient safety.
Only 2 Missouri Hospitals Got ‘D’ Ratings, Lowest in the State
When it comes to hospital safety, you definitely want a passing grade. For 2 Missouri hospitals, they received 'D' ratings in a new ranking of all the health facilities in the state.
Another Missouri Retailer is Axing Self-Checkout from All Stores
It was supposed to be the wave of the future, but now it's fast becoming a thing of the past. Yet another major Missouri retailer is reportedly axing self-checkout aisles from all of its stores.
Proof America Really Does Have Secret Tunnels Under Missouri
I've heard it said that oftentimes the truth is right under your feet. That's never been more true than the rumors that America has created a secret tunnel network under Missouri to hide things. I do have proof that it's true, but it's (probably) not as sinister as you think.
Terrifying Video Shows Illinois’ Snake Road During Peak Migration
Some people go out of their way to witness Snake Road in Illinois during the peak migration times. I'm not one of those people, but many are. A new video share shows what that roadway in Illinois is like during peak snake migration and it's not for the faint of heart.
Insane Plan Diverts Mississippi River from Missouri to California
I have a goal each day to be a calm and understanding person that is patient with ideas from others. However, I'm pretty sure the person who came up with the plan to divert the water from the Mississippi River to save California is out of their mind.
Missouri’s Most Beautiful Building is 110 Years Old & ‘Heavenly’
While you might expect an iconic landmark like the Gateway Arch to be considered the most beautiful structure in Missouri, that's not quite right. What is considered by many to be the most beautiful building in Missouri is a 110-year-old masterpiece that is truly 'heavenly'.
Almost No State Failed More Driver’s Tests than Missouri
Full disclosure: I failed my first driver's test. Yes, I took it in Missouri when I turned 16 and it appears I'm the rule and not the exception as almost no states failed more driver's tests than those of us in Missouri.