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The Perfect Day Trip? Visit 5 Murals in Macomb, IL

The Macomb Murals Project was initiated by the Visit Forgottonia/Macomb Area Convention & Visitors Bureau. Conceived in 2018, the first mural was The Old Dairy Mural. This mural was designed with the goal of inspiring other organizations and community members to create their own murals. That goal has been achieved! Since 2018 at least one new mural a year has been unveiled in and around the Macomb, IL Historic Courthouse Square. With the Macomb Murals Project catching on throughout Forgottonia’s McDonough County, there are currently 5 outstanding murals to enjoy for a fun-filled day trip! What is “Forgottonia”? The lore of “Forgottonia” was created in what is the very heart of the republic - Macomb, IL. “Forgottonia” is the name given to a fourteen-county region in West Central Illinois in the late 1960s and early 1970s. Learn more at https://www.visitforgottonia.com/the-republic-of-forgottonia/. Plan Your Day Trip to See the 5 Murals: Mural 1 - Old Dairy Cafe Mural, 210 S. Lafayet...

5 Best Restaurants in Macomb You Must Dine In!

The restaurant scene in Macomb is booming and there are so many great places to eat! Here are five of the best restaurants in Macomb that you must dine in! From exquisite fine dining to delicious comfort food, there is something for everyone to enjoy. So, what are you waiting for? Get out there and start exploring the amazing restaurants Macomb has to offer! LongHorn Steakhouse LongHorn Steakhouse is a chain of restaurants that specializes in steaks. There are over 400 LongHorn Steakhouse locations across the United States. The menu at LongHorn Steakhouse features a variety of steak options, as well as chicken, ribs, seafood, and salads. The steaks are all hand-cut and cooked to order. LongHorn Steakhouse is known for its signature dishes, such as the Flo's Filet and the Outlaw Ribeye. The menu also features a wide selection of wine and beer.  Nino Salvaggio International Nino Salvaggio International restaurant is located in Macomb, Michigan. The restaurant is family owned and ope...