Jake

I was born in Solon, Iowa and went to Washington High School. I got into the radio world at age 17 and fell in love with it. I spend way too much time on the internet and watching movies. My favorite book is Slaughterhouse 5, and my first job was a farmhand on a horse farm. I consider myself a bit of a history buff, and Eli Young Band is my favorite band.

Top Party Colleges in Illinois: The Ultimate Guide to the Best College Parties

It's important to note that while these schools party hard, they are also great institutions that offer many different opportunities. Okay now lets get crazy With this list!!

Quad Cities Man Wins Big With $50,000 Lottery Prize

Manuel McGowan-Serrano of Moline, Ill., won a top prize playing the "9s in a Line" scratch game. He bought his winning ticket at Kwik Star, 2050 E. 53rd St. in Davenport, and claimed his prize Monday at the lottery's regional office in Cedar Rapids.

Big Price Increase Coming to Wisconsin Dollar Tree Stores

For the past few years, we've grown accustomed to paying $1.25 for items at the dollar store, following the first price increase between 2020 and 2021. Additionally, Dollar Tree introduced Dollar Tree Plus items in over 5,000 stores across the country, aiming to offer customers even better deals

Most Expensive Private School in Illinois: Top Elite Institutions

Today, an increasing number of people are exploring alternative education options. Numerous sources highlight the benefits of private schools, though they can be costly. Some of the key reasons people choose private schools include higher academic standards, tuition assistance and grants, a safe learning environment, and more.

Wisconsin Has The Fast-Food Chain With the Worst Customer Service

A recent list from Cheapism has come out of "Fast-Food Chains With the Worst Customer Service." The number one spot has over 280 locations in the state of Wisconsin as of March 2025. There is a very high chance you have been there multiple times.

5 Confusing Illinois Food Labels That Can Trick You To Buy Things

Major cities like Chicago are always first to finding new and healthy trends. Health and food options have been a popular talking point across America, with more people becoming conscious of the impact their diet has on their overall well-being.

WalletHub Ranks Chicago As Nations 33rd Most Stressed City

A surprise to few, I'm sure, but Illinois is in the top 50 most stressed cities in America in a new report. There are multiple factors in these sources, and it looks like 'work stress' is a big reason Chicago ranked so high.

Iowa Is Home To The Fast-Food Chain With the Worst Customer Service

A new list has come out of "Fast-Food Chains With the Worst Customer Service." The number one spot has over 100 locations in the state of Iowa. There is a very high chance you have been there multiple times.

Best Burger Restaurant In Chicago Is Among Best In America

A recent list highlighted some of the best burger spots not only in major cities across the country but in the United States as a whole. Naturally, Chicago, being a food hub with a rich culinary scene, would find itself on such a list.

Illinois Joann Stores Closing: What Happens to Gift Card Holders

Following this announcement, the company revealed that it would be closing all 800 of its locations across the country, with each store holding a going-out-of-business sale to liquidate remaining inventory. Joann's decision to shut down its stores comes after a period of struggling sales, compounded by ongoing inventory challenges.