The Champaign County Courthouse stands as the crown jewel, its stately presence a reminder of when public buildings were designed to inspire civic pride rather than merely house government functions.

A surge in solo-diner reservations and early-week bookings is redefining what a “busy night” looks like for restaurants.

That’s exactly what happens when you dig into the legendary chili omelet at Chalet Restaurant & Bakery in Newport, Oregon. While this charming eatery might first catch your attention with its ...