Did you know that the route where you get your kicks is turning 100 this year? That's right, the…read morehistorical Route 66 is celebrating its centennial this year. Making it a perfect time for a road trip along the first 301 miles of the famous road. If you need guidance, stop by the West End Station and pick-up your Illinois 66 Passport. It will give you 66 businesses to visit from Chicago all the way down to Collinsville. It will be so easy to do short day trips or extend it into a weekend or two. While picking up your passport, visit the displays in the museum part of the station. Also, talk to Kelly one of the employees, she's has a wealth of knowledge to share. Get out of the house this summer and explore the Mother Road. You just might, get your kicks and have some real fun.

A wonderful behind-the-scenes experience with the famous Budweiser Clydesdales…read moreIf you're visiting the Anheuser-Busch Brewery in St. Louis and enjoy horses, I highly recommend the Budweiser Clydesdale VIP Experience. While both the standard brewery tour and this VIP experience include a visit to the famous Clydesdale stable, this tour spends considerably more time with the horses and gives visitors a much more personal experience. The tour begins inside the beautiful Clydesdale barn, where everyone gathers in the center while the guide shares the history of the Budweiser Clydesdales and explains how they became one of the most recognizable advertising symbols in the world. The guide was friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about both the history and the horses. From there, we were escorted into the tack room, where beautifully maintained harnesses and equipment are displayed. As an added bonus, guests are invited to choose a complimentary beverage from a cooler located inside the room before continuing the tour. The highlight of the experience comes next. We were taken to the wash rack located between the barn and the paddock, where we met Alicia (trainer)and RJ (clydesdale). The trainer was outstanding, taking plenty of time to explain the horses' care, training, personalities, and daily routines while answering everyone's questions. It was obvious how much the staff cares for these beautiful animals. RJ (the Clydesdale) was every bit as impressive as you would imagine. Despite its enormous size, it was incredibly calm and gentle. One thing I especially appreciated was that the staff never rushed anyone. They patiently allowed every visitor to take as many photographs as they wanted with the horse, making the experience feel relaxed and personal.

I have been going to this O'Fallon Library for 63 years. I love this facility the people are with…read moreout a doubt the BEST for customer service.. I love we are getting a bigger library. Sincerely, Eva Marie Darling

Unfriendly and overcharge for late returns with interest. A 5 dollar charge turned into 17 dollars…read moreas we were out of town. Nor do they allow purchasing a replacement when a book had water damage. we ended up paying another 30 dollars on top of their charges..

The Fairview Heights police station is on Bunkum Rd in between the Fire House and the Library…read more It's not everyday I walk into the police station; at least not for me. When I think of the police station, I see myself walking into a building full of officers at their desk doing paperwork, drinking coffee and hauling in criminals (apparently I've seen too many crime shows). Well to my surprise that wasn't the case. I actually walked into this large hallway, extremely quiet.. wasn't too sure what to do. To the right is the window for the records department, to the left, a window to dispatch. On the windows there's a sign "Dispatch can not hear through the window. Please pick up phone to your right for police services". Okay! An officer answered the line, I explained I needed to make a police report. She took my name, number, address and said she would send a officer to me. Wait.. what?!? I'm in the lobby! If I knew I could just call and have a officer come to me to make a report, I would've! Instead she sent a officer to come and take my report in the lobby. While waiting I was able to observe the bulletin board with helpful information to citizens in Fairview Heights. There's a MedReturn drug collection unit, where you can drop off unwanted prescription. If you need a gun lock, just ask, they will provide 1 free of charge. Better safe then sorry! Even though it looks empty, there are people there behind those dark mirror windows. At the end of the day... if I had to go back I would, by I'm hoping I don't need too!

I use my PO Box for business. But I am disgusted by the behavior of a particular employee named…read moreJennifer. She was so nasty and so rude that I absolutely refuse to utilize this office. The rest of the staff - super sweet. Often, I don't go to the box during business hours so the only staff I've had the pleasure of speaking with are the manager and another gentleman. This lady, however, has an evil spirit about her and I hope she understands that karma has the last laugh. Unprofessional, condescending, and dismissive as if she is better than the next Jenny "off the block". Using her boss as a shield for her disgruntling behavior. Jenny you might be a better fit for Waffle House with that demeanor. Have a bless life - you need it. Maybe one day, if you pray and work harder, your pay will put a smile on your face!

Lov the the staff always very nice , helpful and thoughtful answer all ?? Plus very clean!! So…read morefriendly

For a small town library Columbia PL does a terrific job of supplying resources--both online and…read moreon-site--to patrons. Inside, there's an inviting, up-to-date space with helpful staff. Small town libraries often cater to children and literacy and this spot does both well. However, adults aren't neglected in the substantial magazine and newspaper sections, as well as the fiction and nonfiction book collection.

The courthouse is in addition to the old courthouse. You can actually tour the old part of the…read morecourthouse. Wheel chair accessible on two sides of the building. They do have a security system when you enter. I was there for early voting. The staff was helpful, pleasant and quick to listen to questions and made the process so easy. Vote dammit

Everyone dreads going to the DMV.... Me included…read more My DL expired a few months ago, and I dreaded going as I needed to take the Rules of the Road Test... or at least that was what I was told... Went n a Friday morning.... Nit a long wait at all.... I just needed to do the Vision Test!!! Yeah!!! But my rep that helped me, Amy.. could not have been more helpful and pleasant!!! Getting told I don't look my age made my day!!!! Great Experience!!!

Brought mom in to renew her license, when we walked in, the place was clean and somewhat busy. The…read moreagent called mom's number, mom went to the window, the agent was extremely nice with great customer service. Within about 15 minutes, she and mom were on their way to the vehicle to start the driving test, after about 10 minutes they returned, mom passed a temp card was issued and we were on our way. Great experience all the way around. We all need to go to the DMV, patience and understanding is needed, along with all proper doc's.