Jen Austin

Are you THAT person that listens to everyone in the office gossip? Well, you might want to not do that anymore especially if you are in Illinois.

I know it's hot right now, but there will be a time in the summer that is ideal for hiking ad exploring some of Missouri State Parks. There are a few hiking trails that make a list of some of the best to try in the summer.

A big-time travel website is calling out tourist attractions across the US for not living up to the "hype" surrounding them, and they have strong words about a tourist attraction in Illinois...

The 100th Anniversary Season continues at Quincy Community Theatre this Summer with the classic American musical The Music Man! Meet the cast of the biggest show in the Tri-States this Summer!

St. Louis has had the reputation (deservedly so in most cases) of being known as the "murder capital" of the United States. Based on some new stats, there's a place in Illinois that rivals it with double the homicide rate.

When a social influencer claims some place is best, I honestly tend to ignore it. Everyone has an opinion, right? However, when a major travel network makes a declaration about a Missouri place having the best BBQ in America, I pay attention and that's exactly what happened.

If I told you (and I will) what Missouri's most beloved brand is, you'd likely already have it figured out by yourself. When it comes to Illinois though, the choice in the Land of Lincoln is surprising to me and I'd predict for you also.