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Muddied Waters

Heavy rainfall led to a landslide in southern Illinois early Friday. The National Weather Service issued a flash flood emergency for central Rapids County, including the town of Muddy Waters. Areas downstream of Lakewood, including residences and businesses, were evacuated Friday morning. 

Residents have been granted temporary housing in the nearest town of Chicago until they are permitted to return. The government will provide lodging at Value Inn & Suites for those who need it, but officials strongly urge residents to stay with family and friends if possible. The Reed Waterfront Resort has also offered housing at a discounted cost, but the government will not waive the fee.

Due to limited resources, families have been placed together, and those without relatives have been paired with a roommate. Each room contains two beds, a TV, a bathroom, and small kitchenette. Those with children will share a suite with one other family. Suites contain a full kitchen and shared bathroom. The Rapids County Sheriff’s Office will occupy the first floor.

Value Inn & Suites

1-10: Angel Baxter

1-13: Jason Aker & Brandon Flanagan

1-14: Sabrina MacBride & Clara Jones

1-26: Julian Bolaños & Jordan Fraser

2-05: Evanessence Reid & Penny Waters

2-08: Rose Black & Sloan Martin

2-15: Lu Avital & Ottoline Larks

2-16: Harper Brennan & Abilene Littleton

2-19: Cyrus Finley & Titus Hayes

3-16: Damion Hawkins & Judah Fraser

3-28: Atreus Trower & Bash Alvarez

3-30: Holden Martin & Trent Martin

3-31: Matias Amada & Ash borden

4a-4b: Crimson family & Rose/Monroe family

5a-5b: Abrams family & Armitage family

Reed Waterfront Resort

1225: Jesse Childs & Ricky Reed

1232: Graham Neuville & Chad Valentine

This event will run until the end of September. All threads from this point must be located in Chicago.

She didn’t intend to go to this carnival. She didn’t need the memories it might dredge up. But she found herself with nothing better to do, and so she wandered through the flashing lights and the decently sized crowd, listening to the music and noise and chatter around her. There were couples, of course, but also plenty of single people enjoying the sights and games. It was loud, but she’d anticipated that. She tried to not let it bother her, knowing her only alternative was the deafening silence of her apartment.

Stopping to observe someone attempt the bottle game, she shook her head at their failure. “It’s rigged,” she informed them. “They have poles under the bottles to keep them from all falling over.” 

The booth vender gave her a dirty look, which she ignored.

Though Evanessence had had a few drinks, all sense of insobriety was forcefully pushed away, as she kicked her senses into overdrive. She was a second-in-command, damn it, and the townsfolk needed to be saved. A brief moment of processing was all it needed, before she began to yell amidst the screams, telling people to get out, before realising that at least half of these party-goers were either drunk or high.  

The brunette was tottering in her stilettos heels, trying her best to run around (or fast walk, for that matter), and look for those who needed help amidst the inferno that was the Asylum.

After a rocky couple of months and a nasty round with the Sheriff’s Office, Chess Club is open for business once again. The untimely death of Soren Rockwell, while tragic, left a hole in the lives of his more colorful patrons. Thankfully, Sloan Martin rose to the occasion as soon as she was able. Whisperings began to circulate about a competition at her garage: Soren’s old brawlers would take on Chess Club’s loyal members as an induction of sorts. 

There was no better way to honor Soren’s legacy and his long-running rivalry with Sloan than to stage a one-on-one style tournament between her loyal patrons and his newly-displaced clientele. The initial rumblings of gossip shared the same concrete similarities: the event would be taking place on March 16th and any contenders needed to put their name in the running before Thursday. Separate brackets would exist for men and women, refreshments would be available for purchase, and any non-competition fighting will not be tolerated under any circumstances. 

This year’s spring fling will be hosted by Troy Bar & Lounge on May 4th, 2018 at 5pm. 

Ladies and gentlemen, dream big and feel the magic up close! For one week only, ‘Til Death Do Us Part comes to your town with spine-chilling curiosities and unforgettable thrills. In the spirit of love, all attractions are intended for a party of two, so arrive with a date or request to be paired.

Games: Step right up! The games may be fixed but don’t let your pride stand between you and winning that prize for your honey. 

Tunnel of Love: Snugly seated in a boat with your sweetheart or (un)lucky stranger, you will set off down a winding river featuring dimly-lit dioramas of questionable romantic value and a soundtrack of Shania Twain’s You’re Still the One. 

Ferris Wheel: The ferris wheel will carry each pair of lovebirds to a height of 156 feet, offering a clear view of the entire town below. 

Concession stands: From corn dogs to funnel cakes, the stands offer a variety of indulgent treats. Rest your tired feet in the picnic area to enjoy them with your (in)significant other. In addition to classic carnival food, there’s also the unexpected menu option of filet mignon and seasoned green beans. 

Event starts at 4:00PM EST