We’re gearing up for Halloween with an incredible road trip guide to the most spirited roadside attractions and haunted destinations in Illinois and Wisconsin!
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Local Legends Explored: Walking Ghost Tours and Haunted Sightseeing in Wisconsin and Illinois
We’re loving this chilly fall weather and early autumnal nights. It has us feeling the Halloween spirit to the fullest! Those whistling winds, whispering trees, and crunching leaves make us think about things that go bump in the night. For today’s blog, we thought we’d enjoy some seasonal scares and thrills with a selection of wonderful walking ghost tours and haunted sightseeing in Wisconsin and Illinois. If you’ve been to any of the places on our list, let us know in the comments!
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We’re loving this chilly fall weather and early autumnal nights. It has us feeling the Halloween spirit to the fullest! Those whistling winds, whispering trees, and crunching leaves make us think about things that go bump in the night. For today’s blog, we thought we’d enjoy some seasonal scares and thrills with a selection of wonderful walking ghost tours and haunted sightseeing in Wisconsin and Illinois. If you’ve been to any of the places on our list, let us know in the comments!
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It’s National Ken Day, and we thought we’d pay tribute to this iconic name in pop culture history with a nod to the Barbie brand (and the Barbie movie.) So for today’s post, we’re covering some fun gear and accessories to add a little Mojo Dojo Casa House energy to your ride. Show the world your Kenergy with some car bling, personalized car mats, keychains, and more! (And just when you think you’ve had Kenough, we’re throwing in some horse-themed items for a little extra pizazz.)
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For those who love things that go bump in the night, make walls fall and your skin crawl, this is the most wonderful time of the year. Today, we’re sharing our picks for some of the area’s latest and greatest Halloween and Haunted House attractions. Not into big scares and gore? No problem! We’ve also got some family friendly options in the mix so there’s something fun for every scare level and age group.
Since it’s currently International Infection Prevention Week, we thought we’d take a look at some important tips and tricks to keeping your vehicle fresh, tidy, sanitized, and free of “yuck.” In addition, you can never be too cautious during this “cold and flu” season and with schools back in session passing around those nasty little bugs. So we’ve got a great guide for taking care of your car and keeping it sparkling clean!
Read the rest of this entry »Celebrating Bookshop Day with Great Local Bookshops in Illinois and Wisconsin, and Four Great Reads for Gearheads
We don’t mean to sound the alarm, but with the anticipation of the holiday season coming up just around the corner, now is a great time to start mentally preparing to do a little shopping! Or, if you’re like some of us, you know that this is just the best time to shop before the crowds and the hustle-and-bustle begins. Either way, we’d like to take a moment to remind you that it’s Bookshop Day; shopping at small, independent bookshops is a great way to support your local community, boost regional economy, and make a real difference in the lives of people who run them!
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It’s time for another helpful edition of Automotive Terminology Decoder! Each month we’re sharing some posts with helpful terms, vocabulary, and phrasing used by mechanics, service technicians, and industry professionals. It’s our hope that we can help arm you with the lingo and knowledge you need to navigate car ownership, car buying, and vehicle maintenance with ease. Have a suggestion for a future update? Let us know in the comments what terms and questions you have about automotive life.
The Chassis is, in short, the structural, load bearing frame of a vehicle without its body. It includes all of the major components including an engine, the transmission system, the gearbox, propeller shaft, the axles, control systems like the brakes and steering, and the suspension system.
Read the rest of this entry »5 Great Local Barbecue Joints near Waukegan
It may be October, but just because it’s autumn doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a taste of fiery, smoky barbecue! Today is National Pulled Pork Day, and we’re sharing the names of 5 great local restaurants serving up some of the best options in smoky, sweet, and spicy bbq cuisine. From wings to ribs to pulled pork and more, you’ll find something to satisfy every craving. We’ve even found some great vegetarian options so your non-meat eating pals can enjoy the smoky flavor experience, too! Best of all, these are pretty kid-friendly establishments which are perfect for a weekend family meal and some bonding time. Check it out!
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