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Yoder's Kitchen, Arthur, IL

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Napoli’s Italian Restaurant, Decatur, IL

An authentic brick oven pizza is a delicacy you can’t pass up, and you’ll find it at Napoli’s Italian Restaurant. This Decatur spot is known for its amazing pizza but you also must… Read More

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This family-owned sporting goods store has been serving the Decatur community for nearly three decades and sells a wide variety of sporting gear. They offer both new and used equipment and always go… Read More

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Children’s Museum of Illinois, Decatur, IL

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The 10 Best Educational Activities for Children in Illinois!

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Children’s Museum of Illinois, Decatur, IL

With two floors of educational exhibits, kids will have hours of fun at the Children’s Museum of Illinois. They offer educational workshops through their learning labs, summer camps, and… Read More

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Low Key Studios, Decatur, IL

Low Key Studios is a treasured find if you love a great piercing. This Decatur studio does it right: a welcoming and low-stress environment, a clean shop, and skillful work every time.

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10 Best Diners in Illinois

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Debbie’s Diner, Decatur, IL

Debbie’s Diner may seem like a humble local spot in downtown Decatur but it’s a popular and bustling location nonetheless. Stop into this quaint diner for friendly faces and taste… Read More

15 of the Best (and Most Offbeat) Attractions in Illinois!

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Two-Story Outhouse, Gays, IL

On a patch of green grass in a small park stands a two-story outhouse. This historic outhouse in Gays was once connected to two-story apartments, but the apartments were eventually demolished. The… Read More

The 8 Best Markets in Illinois!

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Shady Crest Farm Market, Arthur, IL

Shady Crest Farm Market isn’t your typical grocery store—this small market offers many homemade products. You’ll find fresh produce, deli meats, and cheeses, baked goods such as… Read More

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Bethany, Illinois. Population for Bethany from the last gathering is 1287. You can view Bethany venues that host many Bethany IL events every year.

You can find a ton of properties for sale if you search the Bethany page on Zillow. Currently Bethany has an average listing price for homes for sale on the market of $161,372. More real estate facts about Bethany: The number of properties currently for sale in Bethany is 26. The median homes for sale listing price is $99,900. This is broken down with the number of three bedroom houses in Bethany consisting of 5 with an average listing price for these house of $325,200. Out of the 3 houses that are four bedroom the average listing price for Bethany is $203,931. Interest rates for Bethany are at historic lows as well.

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