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Basta at Eastport
Batsa at Eastport is a cozy italian bistro featuring contemporary and traditional italian cuisine along with steaks, seafood and much more! Their extensive wine list will leave wine-lovers satisfied. Basta features wines shipped from Italy, Australia, Spain, and various vineyards across the United States. They also have domestic and imported beers.
CITY:East Peoria
Gloria's Secret Cafe
Special luncheons. Home-baked desserts. Located inside Heritage Grand Inn Motel.
Four Willows Golf Course
Four Willows features a nine-hole, par 35 course.
CITY:Mason City
Vin Fiz Landing
The historic flight of the Vin Fiz was the first air crossing over the United States. A marker located at the Dunlap House indicates the spot where the small airplane landed in Middletown on October 9,1911.
Canton Harvester Inn
A new boutique hotel in the heart of downtown Canton. The hotel's unique choice of art is historic pictures of Canton. The decor is natural browns and greens with maple woods. With 35 rooms, each guest suite has two king size beds, a refrigerator, microwave, large screen television mounted to the wall, availability of pay-per-view movies, a desk with data ports, and all the modern amenities One of the two meeting rooms will be fully fitted with the latest in technology such as digital projectors, automatic screens which come down from the ceiling, lighting controls, phones, and a conference table and classroom setting with data hookups for 25 to 30 people. The other room is more of a multi-purpose room where food can be served. The exercise facility has weights, tread mill, stair stepper, and other pieces of fitness equipment.
The Ironstone Room
The Ironstone Room is a quality restaurant located at Willett's Winery & Cellars. Featuring Executive Chef Kevin Roecker who provides quite a culinary experience.
Picco's Steak House
Fine dining. Large selection.
Palm Cafe
A casual fine-dining restaurant in the historic Canton Hotel. Reservations recommended.
Tyroni's Italian Cafe
You could say that Tyler Barnes made a name for himself going dough to dough… from spinning pizza to owning the business. Like others attending college, Tyler worked summers to help off-set expenses by making pizzas in a family-owned Bartonville business called Terry's Pizza. A couple of years later, Tyler returned to Terry's Pizza as manager. In 1986, Tyler bought the business and subsequently renamed it Tyroni's, a nickname his in-laws created by eliding Tyler and pepperoni. Today Tyroni's Italian Cafe is one of greater Peoria's favorite dining spots. We appreciate our Senior Citizens 62 and older ~ 10% discount... Dine-In only, alcohol not included. From our family to yours, we'll serve you the best Italian food. We make every item to order - please tell us how you like it. Thanks for visiting!
Magic Dragon Golf & Games
This state of the art, beautifully landscaped miniature golf course features 18 holes of choice, chance, and challenge, including six holes that are handicapped accessible. With a stream running through the course, it's bound to add some unexpected challenges to your game. Walk through the caboose which serves as hole No. 4. Enjoy the beautiful landscaped eclectic theme of the history of Pekin.
The Plaid Rooster
Nestled on the wooded banks of the Sangamon River at New Salem Historic Site and offering a unique casual dining experience with a variety of Italian and American entrees. Banquet and group sales menu available. Accommodations for up to 200. Really great.
Abe's Trail Trek
Trail run consists of a 5k, 10k and 15k run on trails through Lincoln's New Salem. In addition to the terrain of the 5k course, the 10k and 15k courses will take you past an 1800's reproduction flatboat, grist mill, up and down more than 150 steps, past a pioneer cemetery and on to the Finish Line at the museum.
Bourbon's Lounge at the Par-A-Dice Hotel Casino
Unwind with a nightcap at Bourbon's Lounge, located in the Par-A-Dice Resort & Casino. A gorgeous wood interior united with live piano music and friendly service will create the perfect end to your day. Choose from an array of premium beers, wines, and spirits, or choose a selection from our list of specialty cocktails.
CITY:East Peoria
Super 8 Motel - Canton
Super 8 chain.
Boyd's Steakhouse
Visit Boyd's, central Illinois' premiere steakhouse! Select from our extensive lists of wine and single malt scotch, and indulge your craving for steak with a selection from our mouth-watering menu. Boyd's now offers complimentary valet parking and free WI-FI for their guests.
CITY:East Peoria
Unusual gifts, crafts, pond supplies, Christmas and other holidays. Large inventory.
Furniture Etc.
Amish-made furniture and accessories.
The Farm
A visit to The Farm means many things to many people. Some come to find unique, hand-made, one of a kind items in our Shop. Many enjoy the beautiful Gardens to see hard-to-find plants in a landscape situation or to relax under an arbor. It is a favorite spot for wedding photos, senior pictures and family events. The Greenhouse features a variety of plants that you won't find at the big box stores. Couples and families can enjoy a relaxing weekend in The Loft B&B, with luxurious amenities, privacy and a great view of our 63 rolling acres. Groups book The Farm for hayrides, group tours, picnics and bonfires throughout the year.
Holiday Inn Express - Pekin
The Holiday Inn Express® Pekin (Peoria Area) hotel's location between downtown and I-155 makes it the perfect place to stay. Guests are mere minutes from both Avanti's Dome and Mineral Springs park, while Peoria is 20 miles from this hotel's accommodations in vibrant Pekin, Illinois. Business guests are well equipped to work away from the office thanks to free high-speed, wireless Internet access throughout the hotel and a business center that's open 24 hours. They're also one mile from meetings at the Avanti's Dome Banquet Center, or they can host a board meeting or gathering of up to 100 in the hotel's facilities. Pekin Insurance, Excel Foundry, Continental Carbonics and PAL Health Technologies are located within 10 miles. Lick Creek Golf Course is nearby, too. You can enjoy a tasting at Willett's Winery or head to nearby Peoria for Par-A-Dice Casino and Riverfront Park. Use your downtime from meetings and sightseeing to get energized in the fitness center or relax in the pool and spa.
Par-A-Dice Options Buffet
We've tripled your selections at the Options Buffet! Feast on a savory selection of tantalizing entrées, succulent salads and sensuous desserts as our chefs cook up a sea of choices right before your eyes. Savor homemade pizza hot right out of the oven. If you like fresh fruits, breads and vegetables, plus hand-carved meats and homemade soup, you're going to love the Options Buffet.
CITY:East Peoria
Lick Creek Golf Course
Lick Creek Golf Course is located at 2210 N. Parkway Drive in Pekin, Illinois. During it's recent renovation, all of the tees and fairways were converted to bentgrass and the greens were re-planted with a newer generation to allow for faster, truer ball roll on greens. All of the bunkers were rebuilt and the golf car paths were re-paved with new asphalt. Lick Creek offers a driving range, pro shop and concession area for all golfers needs. We have expanded our dates for weekdays and weekends for these events no matter how big or small your event may be. Considered one of the best golf course in Central Illinois, you will be impressed at our low cost to play. Daily fees and season pass fees listed on this website. Lick Creek was rated 4 stars by Golf Digest in 2007.
Holiday Inn Express - East Peoria
Close to everything at a reasonable rate! Jacuzzi suites available.
CITY:East Peoria
The Loft B&B
The Loft Bed & Breakfast is a unique and relaxing retreat featuring the finest amenities in a scenic private setting. Located on 63 rolling acres between the many attractions and tourist sites in Springfield and historic Petersburg, Illinois, You'll see deer, turkey, fox and an occasional eagle from the windows or the deck. Or take a leisurely hike down to the river bluffs. You'll be surrounded by amazing peace and quiet. Enjoy this brand new and spacious B&B, complete with a large living room with leather sofa, chairs and a cozy fireplace. The kitchenette and dining areas will lend the creature comforts of home with a continental breakfast that is ready when you are. There are two sleeping areas that will accommodate six people. The solid hardwood floors add warmth and the bathroom features a custom tiled walk-in shower with a bench for relaxing. Walk outside on your private deck and enjoy a glass of wine with a spectacular second-story view of the countryside.
Mason City Motel
Family owned facility all on one level with outside entrances. Weekly and monthly rates available.
CITY:Mason City
Granite City Food and Beverage
Granite City Food & Brewery is a polished casual American restaurant featuring fresh, high-quality menu items prepared from made-from-scratch recipes. Signature dishes include Grilled Chicken and Asparagus Linguini, Barramundi Buerre Blanc and a host of other innovative menu items, as well as burgers, flatbreads, salads and steaks. Granite City Food & Brewery's signature brews, which are made on-site, include The Duke (Pale Ale), The Bennie (Bock), The Batch (Double IPA), The Northern (American Style Light Lager) and The Stout. Seasonal brews are featured throughout the year.
CITY:East Peoria
Parkview Golf Course
A nice course open year round with some hills to add that extra challenge! This is a course you can walk and enjoy playing anytime. Parkview is an 18 hole course totaling 6002 yards and open seven days a week with twilight fees available. Located just east of Parkway Drive. Buy your season pass or a coupon book and play both Parkview and Lick Creek courses. We also invite you to shop for your golfing needs in our club houses.
Eysals Coffee Roaster
Eysal's Coffee Roasters has the friendliest baristas around. You will always be warmly and sincerely greeted which will keep you coming back to this neighborhood shop. The coffee is good here and there is a vast selection of espresso, smoothies, latte's, etc. Need WiFi? Come visit our relaxed atmosphere. There are always interesting people coming in and out. No time in the morning? Stop by for an afternoon drink or shop online for a great selection of beans and teas.
CITY:East Peoria
Sisson's Country Inn
Large bedrooms, most with private baths. 1st floor is wheelchair accessible. Meeting room with kitchen available. On-site catering for groups by reservation.
Nelson's Deli
Featuring a variety of deli sandwiches, hamburgers, fresh wraps and salads, Nelson's is the perfect spot to grab a quick bite. You can't go wrong with our Reuben, tenderloin or wine valley panini. And for dessert, try some ice cream, freshly brewed coffee or specialty drinks.
CITY:East Peoria
Buffalo Wild Wings
Full-service, sports-themed, family grill and bar, featuring wings w/14 signature sauces, burgers, salads, sandwiches, appetizers, and more. Offering interactive trivia and 42 plasma/big screen TVs.
CITY:East Peoria
Firehouse Pizza & Pub
Firehouse Pizza & Pub in East Peoria is a family friendly pizzeria offering made-to-order pizzas using the freshest meats, cheeses and vegetables available and using our own dough made daily on-site. Try our special "sweet sauce" or one of our original 8 sauces. After enjoying the highest quality pizza in town, visit our contemporary pub right next door. Small group tours welcome!
CITY:East Peoria
Featuring fajitas, steaks, ribs and a large selection of signature salads, sandwiches and burgers, including low-fat, low-carb entrees.
CITY:East Peoria
Echo Valley Meats
Echo Valley Meats is located in beautiful Bartonville, IL where the local community has come to know and trust Dave Alwan and his staff to provide products that are "a cut above" the large grocery store's offerings. "It's simple", says Dave. "We offer the best quality meats at affordable prices". That, along with impeccable customer service from the owner himself, makes Echo Valley Meats the obvious choice. So try a steak package or a grilling bundle and see what the locals in Bartonville, Il (Right outside of Peoria, Il) are raving about. You will NOT be disappointed. Guaranteed. Bonus trivia: Dave Alwan represented Echo Valley Meats on the hit t.v show, "Shark Tank"!
Cheeseburgers in Paradise with Wine Margaritas & Jimmy Buffet Music
The Annual Cheeseburgers in Paradise Festival is always a big hit with Wine Margaritas & a Jimmy Buffet Cover Band. The music is fantastic, the Cheeseburgers are the best and don't forget our famous Wine Margaritas! Bring your friends and enjoy the summer sounds of Jimmy Buffet music along with your favorite drinks in the natural setting of Hill Prairie Winery.
West of Wise Winery
Recently opened in February 2015, the West of Wise Winery is a small batch winery located south of Petersburg, Illinois featuring wines from Illinois grown grapes and other select vineyards. Many of the grapes are from the family vineyard - Ratio Vineyard in Kilbourne, Illinois.
J.K. Williams Distilling, LLC.
Just as you were converted to craft beers after sipping that first microbrew, you're sure to be won over by the quality of craft whiskey. You'll never go back to gulping run-of-the-mill whiskey after experiencing the smooth, warm flavor of our whiskey and bourbon made in small batches in pot stills. At J.K. Williams, our passion is your pleasure. Open to the public Saturdays & Sundays for group-friendly tours and tasting!
CITY:East Peoria
Kouri's Pub
Opened in 1994, our Pekin location bar and grill is open until 1:00 AM seven days a week, with the kitchen serving food until 12 midnight. Conveniently located, Pekin Kouri's is full of Pekin memorabilia, including signed photos of various celebrities and sports stars. Equipped with 22 televisions, seating 125 inside and 80 in our outdoor patio, this is the place for all your sports bar needs. Luxuriate in the resort-like atmosphere of our patio, with a hooded crackling fire pit that adds that extra special touch. Burgers, steak, ribs, and chicken are popular menu items, with catfish served on Fridays. Buffalo wings, boneless wings, and oven-seared wings, in 12 different sauces, from Kamikaze super hot to delicious honey BBQ. An added dining bonus: our Pekin location serves pizza with 5 different sauce selections — and we also offer our own genuine, made fresh daily, Lebanese hummus (served with baked pita dipping bread), that is way better than anything you could buy at a grocery store. We also feature a kids menu, so bring the whole family. Daily food specials, with catfish every Friday.
Rib Festival
The Annual Rib Festival is a time to wrap up another great summer season and enjoy fresh grilled ribs, along with live entertainment. Add your favorite wines and drinks to the mix and you'll have a great afternoon of fun in the sun at Hill Prairie Winery.
Annual Chili Cookoff
The Annual Chili Cook-off is a popular fall event that features area chefs preparing their favorite chilies. The celebration gives patrons the chance to sample some great chilies and vote for their favorite, while enjoying live music and locally produced wines. Enjoy a hot bowl of chili on a colorful fall day at Hill Prairie Winery.
Fall Festival & Fish Fry at Hill Prairie Winery
The Fall Festival & Fish Fry is the perfect way to kick off fall in the beautiful rolling hills of Hill Prairie Winery. Enjoy the spectacular fall colors while enjoying fresh fried fish along with your favorite wines. Two great bands play each day. Check out their website for a full calendar of festivals and live music on Sundays at Hill Prairie Winery.
Menard County Fair
Running Tuesday, July 15 through Sunday, July 20, the Menard County Fair offers something for everyone. Enjoy the Queen Pageant, tractor pulls, harness racing, demolition derby, contests, live music, great food and much more. Check out the exhibits, contestants, and role of agriculture. Check the website for the many planned events each day.
J.K. Williams Distilling
As the descendants of bootleg whiskey-making master J.K. Williams, they feel a certain responsibility to bring craft whiskey-and bourbon-making back to the Peoria area. Their great-great-grandpa was a family man with an extraordinary work ethic and an undeniable talent for making some of the best whiskey of his time.
CITY:East Peoria
Morgan Horse Demonstration
Mississippi Valley Morgan Horse Club (MVMHC) will present historic demonstrations of the Morgan Horse, "America's first breed," Also included will be demonstrations of modern uses of the Morgan horse, including trail riding, dressage, driving and society horse shows. There will be ongoing horse activities to observe between sessions, a large variety of free educational and promotional materials for adults and kids, and an opportunity to visit with MVMHC members and get up close to the beautiful Morgan horses.
Fall Foliage River Float
Take in the rich fall colors and enjoy a gentle float down the beautiful Sangamon River. Food, music and entertainment.
2015 Flying Gish Festival and Bow Fishing Tournament
Weigh in is at 2pm at Bass Pro Shops in East Peoria IL. $120/team of up to four Activities: 5am bowfishing tournament begins from Bass Pro Shops 10am-3pm-Flying Fish Festival-Bass Pro Shops Parking Lot Taste Testing, Entertainment, Kids Activities, IL. Dept of Natural Resources, Wildlife Prairie Park, Tons of fun for the family! 6pm Preservation and Conservation Dinner at Itoo Hall CALL: 309-674-9715 for more information A family friendly festival highlighted by the first inaugural Bow Fishing Tournament! This event will include cash prizes, activities on both sides of the river, educational displays, and local chefs preparing cuisine using the flying fish. The tournament is for registered competitors only, however, the additional activities are open to the public. The money raised from this event will go to support the Union Sportsman Alliance and the Preservation of the Peoria Labor Temple. All partners of this event support The Flying Fish Festival as one piece of a larger effort to deal with an Illinois River invasive species: Asian Carp. This Flying Fish Festival gives locals and visitors an opportunity to experience the excitement both on the water, shore and on the plate.
CITY:East Peoria
Historic Marbold Second Sunday Summer Series
Special programs in the farmstead kitchen: 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. Enjoy lessons in history, tours of house and grounds and period craftsmen on site. July 12 features Eastern Illinois University Associate Professor, Dr. Chris Laingen, will share data from the Census of Agriculture from 1925 to 2012 and will illustrate the changes in crops, livestock, and land use that have occurred in the Corn Belt. A special added feature at the July Second Sunday will be the Menard County Vintage Ag Association on site with some of their collection of farm implements.
Historic Marbold Second Sunday Summer Series
The Farmstead will offer tours of the house and grounds, history of the Marbold family and light refreshments. The Stier Trolley will be available to take visitors through Greenview where a guide will provide details of the Marbold's influence and impact on the community.Exclusive for August: "One Grand Old Lady" Readers' Theatre.


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The second Sunday in June means one thing in the town of Weir…the Weir Family Reunion. For more than half a century, the descendants of Thomas and Isabella (McKee) Weir's two sons, John and James, have … Read more
Submitted by C.J. Johnson
The second Sunday in June means one thing in the town of Weir…the Weir Family Reunion. For more than half a century, the descendants of Thomas and Isabella (McKee) Weir's two sons, John and James, have … Read more
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The Ackerman Church of God will host a singing with Sean Greer of Macon on Sunday, June 29 at 6 p.m. There will be a homemade ice cream fundraiser immediately following the singing, on a donation basis.… Read more
OXFORD, Miss— The University of Mississippi is welcoming middle and high school students from around the region this summer as they have the opportunity to experience college through the UM Summer Academy program. Pictured is Ernest "Cliff" Hadley IV of … Read more
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated, Rho Nu Zeta Chapter held its second annual Little Miss Zeta Royalty Pageant on June 7, 2014. This pageant promotes… Read more
Josh and Amanda McBride of Mathiston announce the birth of their son, Luke Harrison McBride.
He was born April 30, 2014 at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Golden Triangle in Columbus.
Luke weighed … Read more
The Ackerman Twentieth Century Club met on Thursday, May 15, 2014 at the home of Tinker Forrester with eight members and two guests present. Hostesses were Susan Shurden and Tinker Forrester. Donna McKay led the members in the Pledge of … Read more
Choctaw County residents received the opportunity to meet when Republican candidate for U.S. Senate Chris McDaniel's 2014 Campaign Bus Tour made a stop at Cagles Corner in Ackerman on June 12. McDaniel, who carried … Read more
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WEST POINT – There is more than one way to obtain the skills employers want. And East Mississippi Community College's Manufacturing Technology and Engineering team was in West Point last night to present the various pathways to … Read more
By Eric Pittman
MPA Intern Choctaw Plaindealer
Reggie Kelly, former professional football player and native of Aberdeen, Mississippi, arrived in Ackerman on June 12 to present his new food brand "KYVAN".
Kelly visited the Supervalu were he was … Read more
Bo and Heather Studdie of Ackerman are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Abigail Breanne Studdie.
Abigail was born on May 24, 2014, at OCH Regional Medical Center in Starkville. She weighed … Read more

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Rated 3.8 out of 5 by 65 reviewers.
Rated 3 out of 5 by yurks59 could have been better fathers day weekend..at least 4 wedding groups in hotel.. the restaurant hade to shut down sunday due to huge back log of guests and kitchen times.. bar/lounge area is not built to handle more than 25 ppl.. the design/layout is poor, very loud and not staffed for any type of flowing business,,, the hotel staff was great and friendly and our baggage valet was fantastic along with the front desk woman who checked us in..rooms were ready when we arrived early!!!.. on a personal note, the hotel/lobby design is not a warm, comfortable place..cold and too modern for my tastes, not a place you would want to sit and relax for any length of time..as goes the restaurant design.. June 22, 2015
Rated 2 out of 5 by Djohn21 Normally, I enjoy my time @ The Westin; this stay, however, was Horrible!!! I have stayed at this hotel on several occasions, and normally I thoroughly enjoy my stay @ The Westin. This particular time, however, the Hotel drastically missed the mark. Things began to go down-hill immediately upon check-in. Front desk Associate, James, had a condescending tone and demeanor while checking me into my room, and that didn't make for a pleasant arrival. My room was the other issue. For whatever reason, the AC unit did not work in my room. I have a pretty severe case of allergies, and my room must have a continuous stream of air circulating so that I can sleep peacefully without congestion and clogged nasal passages. After contacting front desk, they had a gentlemen come up and he informed me something to the effect of "this is our first year dealing with the switch from Winter to Spring, so some units are not working properly". He was extremely courteous throughout the ordeal, but quite frankly, that was a poor excuse given for a unit not to work properly in a hotel room. Mind you, this is 1:30AM. After trying to fix it and waiting another 30 minutes for the changes he attempted to fix the unit with to take effect, I contacted front desk again about the issue. At first, I was informed the Hotel was sold-out so I could not move to another room, but after pretty much pleading to see what more could be done, a cancellation was found. At 2:30AM, I had to move to another room. Unacceptable!!! After checking out of the hotel, I did contact SPG Customer Service department and the General Manager was supposed to reach out to me regarding my issues at the Hotel. Unfortunately, It is safe to assume my situation was not important and thus, didn't require at least an apology of some sort regarding my stay. This is not representative of how a SPG member should be treated in any way. May 24, 2015
Rated 1 out of 5 by Outside Rude & unfocused staff 1. checking in 3 people were dealing with 1 client while no one even acknowledged we were standing there for a few minutes 2. rude service from the woman who finally granted us a minute of her time. I asked for a high floor - we got 4th; did not ask about SPG points vs wifi; did not acknowledge dog (again, she was not focused on us) until we started to walk away; asked for 1 key, gave us 2; then she literally threw attitude saying "sir, I NEED you to turn in this paperwork for the dog mere moments after saying take it to your room and fill it out. Later learned that there was a welcome amenity for dog that never was presented; with the incident of the "NEED" she then mocked me and pretended she was dancing when I turned back around - unacceptable; 4. there was a live concert that went until 12a. No one at the hotel seemed to know about it and when called at 11:30p about it - told early it would end at 10p - was told by Monica that it was a public event that they didn't know about. I said that as a guest I expect the hotel to know about an event that blares music in to the hotel. When she asked "anything else," I said, I'd like a place where I can get some sleep. She then hung up on me. The checkout staff was horrified at our experience, and manager literally chased us down to apologize. While they were wonderful - it was too little, too late. April 27, 2015
Rated 3 out of 5 by atanudjaja New property I stay at this hotel every week from Monday to Thursday because it is very close to my workplace and is considerably new. My qualms about this place is, there is never complimentary bottle of water in the room. Without a lounge, I would expect they would provide you with the water in the room. Providing it in the room just gives me one less thing to do March 29, 2015
Rated 5 out of 5 by Mommy03 Excellent choice for the price Beautiful modern clean hotel. More than what I expected for the price. Staff was very friendly and professional. Comfortable quiet rooms. March 15, 2015
Rated 2 out of 5 by GeoffG Maintenance issues The Westin is a physically impressive location and first impressions of both the hotel and the room were very favourable. Our greeting was as expected. Sadly for me the issues with the room were all within the last hour of my stay. With an early start my partner and I then discovered the room had not been prepped for two guests - not enough towels or gowns. The toilet flush didn't function and the sliding door on the shower was jammed. In a rush we had to muddle through but probably the most disappointing element was at checkout as I informed the desk staff of the issue. I was offered neither an apology nor a reduction on the room rate. This was my first stay in a Westin and I would have serious reservations about using another Westin hotel as a result. It is hard not to draw comparisons with competitors. I stayed with a number of other chains in a week long trip in the tri-state area and my experience with these was overwhelmingly positive. March 5, 2015
Rated 2 out of 5 by Matt302 Disappointed Overall, disappointed in the hotel. Front staff was friendly and the building was very clean. But the "premium" king upgrade was not worth the money, as it is no different than a standard king room in other hotels. We tried to order room service but no one would answer the phone, after three tries we gave up on that idea. All in all this hotel worked for our one night stay. I just expected more from an "upscale" hotel. February 18, 2015
Rated 5 out of 5 by bakery68 restin at the westin love love love the staff..I am a local business owner and have stayed several times. just for a weekend get away. . James had always been very accommodating to help make my get aways relaxing.. front staff is so wonderful. . Room service is yummmmmmy... I've chosen to only stay at this hotel locally due to staff kindness February 3, 2015


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Japan, US remain apart in trade talks, dealing blow for TPP
WASHINGTON, Sept 25 (Reuters) – Japan and the United States
failed to make progress in bilateral talks, both sides said on
Wednesday, dealing a blow for hopes of sealing an ambitious
multilateral trade deal this year.
"Japan made a flexible proposal, but we weren't able to make
further progress," Trade Minister Akira Amari told reporters on
Wednesday evening after two days of talks in Washington.
"Further negotiations are undecided."
Japan trade minister: No progress with U.S. in TPP trade talks #TPP http://t.co/0rhbqdkRKC
Fed should be 'exceptionally patient' on rates: Evans
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The Federal Reserve should be "exceptionally patient" in removing its monetary policy stimulus, a top Fed official said on Wednesday, even if doing so means allowing inflation to modestly overshoot the U.S. central bank's 2 percent goal.
"I am very uncomfortable with calls to raise our policy rate sooner than later," Chicago Federal Reserve Bank President Charles Evans told a Peterson Institute conference. "I favor delaying liftoff until I am more certain that we have sufficient momentum in place toward our policy goals."
U.S. Ex-Im Bank supporters eye early push for long-term renewal
WASHINGTON, Sept 23 (Reuters) – Backers of the U.S.
Export-Import Bank may push again for a long-term extension of
its charter as early as November after a nine-month renewal left
the bank's future undecided.
Congress last week extended the export credit agency's
mandate through June 2015, the middle ground between
conservative critics' bid to close Ex-Im and supporters' calls
for a multi-year or even permanent extension.
Trade enjoys broad global support despite doubt on jobs: poll
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Eight in ten people worldwide see benefits in growing trade but only around half believe it creates jobs and raises wages, with big pockets of skepticism in major advanced economies like Italy, the United States, France and Japan, a poll showed on Tuesday.
The Pew Research Center said 81 percent of the 48,643 people surveyed thought trade was good. But fewer were convinced by economists' arguments that trade creates jobs (54 percent), raises wages (45 percent) and reduces prices (26 percent).


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Photography Techniques
From lens focal lengths and fill-flash to portraits, macro or stunning landscapes there are techniques for everyone. Learn how to use metering, considering composition and shoot everything from classic cars to derelict buildings. We also have 100s of easy to follow step by step photo editing tutorials.
Lenses That Can Be Used With The K-3
Here, we round up the lenses that can be used with the K-3 DSLR.
- 7 Aug 2014
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Car portrait advice - part two
See how Barry Chignell works through several post processing steps to complete his car image.
- 25 Nov 2010
Landscape Photography Tips
ePHOTOzine member Jim Hellier shares his landscape photography advice.
- 9 May 2012
Tuscany travelogue
John Gravett shares his Tuscany Travel tips with ePz.
- 16 Jul 2010
Make your own passport photos
Why is it when we go on holiday and need a passport photo we rely on that robot booth to churn out automated pictures at a tune of over £3 per shot? Peter Bargh shows you how to shoot, prepare and print pictures for your passport with ease.
- 1 Jan 2003
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Using layer masks with Photoshop
Peter Bargh explains how you can use the valuable Layer Mask option of Photoshop to make better colour changes and selections, in this step by step image editing technique.
- 30 Nov -0001
Introduction To Hand-Held Light Meters
See how a hand-held light meter will help you get better exposures, even if you are using a digital camera.
- 27 Nov 2011
- 14 Comments
Enhancing Eyes using Photoshop
The eyes are one of the most important parts of a portrait, and usually the first thing we notice. Therefore, a small amount of enhancement on the eyes can go a very long way to producing a portrait with real zing.
- 30 Nov -0001
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How To Use A Neutral Density Filter
Attaching a neutral density filter to your camera lens will bring you several benefits, as Peter Bargh explains.
- 18 Nov 2011
- 10 Comments
Black & white high key effects in Photoshop
The famous high key effect is one of the most interesting, yet simple, effects you can achieve in digital photography
- 30 Nov -0001
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Depth-of-field explained
Once you grasp the basic principles of focusing your photographs will take on a whole new depth.
- 6 Jan 2002
- 4 Comments
Watermarking your photos in Photoshop 7 and CS
Photoshop expert, Terry Steeley, kicks off the first of a new series of tutorials for ePHOTOzine that looks at how to watermark our digital images to protect them from being used without our consent.
- 30 Nov -0001
- 14 Comments
Four Ways To Create A Vignette In Photoshop
Vignettes are a simple yet subtle way to guide the eye through a shot and here are four ways to create one.
- 17 Jan 2012
- 1 Comments
Beginner Night Photography Tutorial
Learn to take advantage of dark nights and produce great photos with ePHOTOzine.
- 1 Dec 2011
- 6 Comments
Architecture, a beginners' guide
Stationary subjects are easier to photograph, aren't they? Well, not necessarily. Michael Jenkins gives an excellent beginners' guide to photographing Architecture.
- 1 Jan 2003
Backgrounds For Flower Photography
Don't let a messy background spoil your shot when you can replace it with your own.
- 23 May 2013
Comic book effect in Photoshop
Turn your photos into comic book images with the help of Photoshop.
- 21 Jan 2011
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Digitally enhance lightning photos
In this follow up article we'll enhance our lightning photos using an image-editing program.
- 1 Jan 2003
Tips On Photographing A Balloon Night Glow
Here are a few tips to help you take better photos of a balloon night glow.
- 13 Jun 2012
Four Ways To Create A Vignette In Photoshop
Vignettes are a simple yet subtle way to guide the eye through a shot and here are four ways to create one.
- 17 Jan 2012
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Create monochrome filter effects in Photoshop 6
A digital imaging technique using Photoshop 6 to apply to colour images, to reproduce the effects created when coloured filters are used with a monochrome film.
- 3 Jan 2002
- 6 Comments
A world of water
From sparkling rain to tranquil lakes, water provides a range of subjects allow our creative photography juices to flow.
- 9 Jan 2002
- 1 Comments
Mastering Panning When Capturing Moving Objects
When perfected, panning can produce some rather brilliant shots so for those new to it, here are some tips.
- 22 Mar 2013
- 2 Comments
Create a digital graduated filter effect
Use the gradient tool to enhance your dull landscapes
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Bill Folkner
William E. "Bill" Folkner, rural LaHarpe, passed away Friday, April 18, 2014, at his home. He was 91 years old. Bill was born July 4, 1922, outside of Chattanooga, Tenn., to John and Cleo (Abel) Folkner. Bill was the youngest of eight children.
Bill married the late Betty (LaMunyon) Folkner, rural Mildred, on Jan. 30, 1947, in Chattanooga. They made their home in numerous communities across the United States before retiring on the Windy Hill Farm east of LaHarpe in 1975. Bill and Betty later divorced in 1988.
Bill had many work experiences during his life. His earliest job was at a jelly factory at the age of 13 in Chattanooga. Later, as a member of the Tennessee National Guard, he was ordered to Active Duty to fight in the Pacific region during WWII. While on Active Duty, he obtained the rank of Staff Sergeant. Bill was distinguished with the Bronze Star Medal for his actions in combat. After being discharged from the Army, Bill sold insurance and attended college, graduating from law school to become a lawyer. After graduating from law school, Bill worked for the US Department of Agriculture in Mexico for a short time before applying to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). In 1953, he was hired by Mr. J. Edgar Hoover to be a FBI agent and was a special investigator within the FBI until his retirement in 1975. Since his retirement from the FBI, Bill has been a cattleman and rancher on the Windy Hill Farm.
Survivors are one daughter, Carol Tracy, Tucson, Ariz.; two sons, John Folkner, Albuquerque, N.M., and Robert Folkner, West Lafayette, Ind.; four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Bill was preceded in death by his parents and seven siblings.
Cremation has taken place with the inurnment at the Chattanooga National Cemetery, Chattanooga, Tenn. Online condolences for the family may be left at www.iolafuneral.com.
Helen Stewart
Helen Marie Dingus Stewart, 96, Iola, passed way Tuesday, June 30, 2015, at Windsor Place in Iola.Helen was born Feb. 26, 1919, in Mound City, and moved to Blue Mound while in grade school. She finished her remaining years of grade school in Blue Mound.Helen married Vernon Dean... [More]
Mable Scoville
Mable Ellen Scoville, 100, formerly of Iola, passed away Saturday, June 27, 2015, at St. Mary's Manor in Lee's Summit, Mo.Mable was born Sept. 11, 1914, in Detroit, Mich., the daughter of Clarence J. and Mabel (Overman) Bricker. Her father died when she was 2 and... [More]
Floreine Purvis
Floreine Applegate Purvis, 91, passed away Saturday, June 20, 2015, at Windsor Place in Iola.She was born June 16, 1924, in Kanopolis, the daughter of Orville Holly and Hazel Lucille (King) Gilkison.The family later moved from Kanopolis to Hartford and Floreine graduated from... [More]
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Though their day jobs are as bookkeepers, Jan Sigg and Nikki Damron spend as much time in the garden and kitchen.The two women share a garden plot just east of the Elm Creek Community Garden south of town. Their love of cooking and canning fresh produce has made them fast friends.... [More]
Small hospital setting offered expanded role for med tech
For 37 years, Oliver Meliza made a career of paying closer attention to your blood than you did. As Allen County Regional Hospital's chief medical technologist, Meliza's role was to test and analyze the assortment of bodily fluids that influence the health of a patient... [More]
Large grant to fund health project
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Iola community, Latta family relish baseball success
Baseball has been a big part of Iola's history — especially in recent memory. Iola High's Mustangs took second at the Class 4A-II State Baseball Tournament in 2012, just eight years after the introduction of the sport at the high school. Also making a mark on... [More]
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