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While out on a hike through a wooded area in northern Illinois, I came across some trees that legit had purple paint on them! I got so curious, that I had to figure out what was going on. What does it mean when you see purple paint on a tree? someone was tagging trees.

I almost started this by saying "everyone swears," but that's not exactly true. I should say that everyone I know and associate with swears, but I am open to the possibility that there are those who keep their language clean and neat at all times. This piece is not for them.

The Cicadapocalypse of Illinois has officially begun. And an absolutely disgusting video that went viral on Facebook has confirmed it.

If you've been paying attention over the years, you know that the hardest and heaviest drinking takes place in that cheese-loving state just north of Illinois, but when you look at all the numbers, you'll see that some of the Midwest's biggest drinkers are spread all over the place.

I'm trying them I don't care.

If you're looking for a lake destination that the whole family will love this summer, look no further than these 3 lakes in Wisconsin.

Exciting news for fans of WICKED! Audition for Broadway and National Touring Companies at Ballet Chicago.