This Friday at 10 a.m. the public is invited to come to the Palms Grill in Atlanta for the presentation of their "Delicious Destination" certificate, as presented by the Illinois Office of Tourism. The certificate program is aimed at recognizing extraordinary restaurants that are authentically Illinois, attracting visitors and locals to state’s diverse communities. The Palms connection to the Route 66 Mother Road, its rich contribution to local history, and its well-known Blue Plate Specials are just a part of what has earned the grill this recognition.

Photo provided by Abraham Lincoln Tourism Bureau of Logan County
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A skim of ice and a coat of snow on Sunday night and Monday morning made things interesting for a few folks when it came time to get out and about, but it seemed that everyone handled it alright. This has been a winter of many snowfalls, but thankfully none with heavy accumulations. To start the day, folks had to do a little sweeping before they got into their cars. By mid-morning in Lincoln the main roads were slush and the snow plowing businesses were happily finishing cleaning parking lots. On the other side of the work it created, the stark gray and white of the snow covered woodlands made a remarkable backdrop for a bright red cardinal.

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Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital announced today that it will continue to provide a free support group for people with diabetes. Family members, caregivers, and friends are also invited to attend.

The monthly meetings are free and no registration is required. Jennifer DiPasquale, a registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator, leads the group.

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Steve Hayes is truly "living the dream." His oldest daughter, Alec (left), is currently a senior on the Mount Pulaski High School girls basketball team and his youngest daughter, Skylar (right), is just coming off a second place finish in the state tournament as an eighth-grader on the Mount Pulaski Grade School girls basketball team. Hayes has had the pleasure of not only coaching both daughters but also experiencing those proud dad moments in a special way. Today LDN offers a special look at the coach/father, his daughters, and the bond they share with mom’s support through basketball.

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