SPRINGFIELD — Just eight days after a nonprofit organization founded by conservative commentator Glenn Beck requested it be lent a priceless, handwritten copy of the Gettysburg Address…
In the 1800s, when Abraham Lincoln practiced law, he would travel by horse and cart, often sleeping outdoors overnight. When Abe left Peoria for Springfield this week, he was to be…
Back by popular demand is the fascinating mechanical tour coming up Saturday, Feb. 23 at David Davis Mansion in Bloomington. Ever wonder about the behind-the scenes mechanical workings…
JUNE 24 Peter and the Starcatcher Preview Show Friday, 10:30-11 am. Community Room, Normal Public Library, 206 W. College Ave. Free Preview of the Illinois Shakespeare Festival’s…
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Mark Kirk (R-Ill.) and Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) on June 24 joined Representatives Adam Kinzinger (R-Ill.-16), Mike Bost (R-Ill.-12), Cheri Bustos (D-Ill.-17),…
It contains a mere 24 words, but each scribed letter contains enormous significance to documentarians of bygone events, including staffers at the McLean County Museum of History. Museum…
Lincoln’s New Salem, a state-run historic site that recreates the village where Lincoln lived as a young man, is Illinois’ top history site according to voters in a survey. The…
JUNE 9-12 High School Summer Theater Performance Thu. – Sun., 7; 30 p.m. Connie Link Amphitheater, 621 S. Linden, Normal $5 adults; $3 students Students present “You’re…
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