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James Beard Spotlight: Ephrata native Nathan Flaim, chef at Luca in Lancaster, is a 2026 James Beard Best Chef: Mid-Atlantic finalist—winners announced June 15 in Chicago, a big moment for food travelers planning a culinary stop. Chicago Travel Disruption: Severe storms left thousands without power and caused widespread damage across Chicago; officials say power is back for 450,000+ customers but thousands of service calls remain—plan for delays and check 311 for help. World Cup in Illinois: The U.S. opened the home World Cup with a 4-1 win over Paraguay in Los Angeles, fueling soccer fever that’s spilling into Chicago watch culture. Family & Accessible Fun: Illinois Special Olympics Summer Games kick off in Normal at Illinois State University, with 15,000 expected visitors and thousands of athletes—great for inclusive weekend travel. Outdoor Weekend Ideas: Starved Rock Lodge launches guided hikes at Matthiessen State Park starting June 17, with complimentary transport from the lodge. Road-Trip Reality Check: AAA warns summer airfares are up and gas prices are higher than last year—budget accordingly for Illinois getaways. Travel Safety & Weather: NWS confirmed an EF-1 tornado in Springfield and two in Menard County, with more severe weather possible Saturday.

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