Shantae Rodriguez - Trucordia

04/07/2026

04/06/2026

03/31/2026

Still riding the high from this weekend! 😌

Thank you to everyone who came out to our very first Paint N' Sip at Marco's Slots! Taking time out of your busy lives to show up, unwind, and just be present with us truly means everything ❤️

It’s not always easy to make space for moments like this, which made it so special seeing a room full of people laughing, enjoying great food, and letting their creativity flow just how we imagined.

We were so impressed with everyone—from beginner painters to advanced artists. You all made the night unforgettable 🎨

We’ll be back in the fall with the same amazing vibe, more tasty bites, and more memories to make—stay tuned 👀

Huge thank you to my co-host Kamila for dumping her heart and soul into this alongside me, and even bigger thank you to Marco & Kurtis for helping create such a safe, welcoming space for our community to enjoy wonderful nights just like this! ❤️‍🔥

03/31/2026

Join us this Saturday morning for coffee and a cause ☕️

We will be at Starbucks in Belvidere sharing more about our organization and how you can support local children.

Stop by, say hi, and enjoy a free coffee on us! ❤️

03/27/2026

🎨✨ Paint, Sip & Vibe ✨🎨
Celebrate Women’s Month with Kamila & myself this Saturday, March 28th at 7PM at Marco's Slots 💕

Come color both your palettes with us and enjoy a fun, creative night as we welcome spring 🌸🍷

This session will feature a beautiful still life painting style—perfect for all skill levels 🎨🖌️

Only $15 includes your canvas, painting utensils & hors d’oeuvres 🎨🍓
Pay cash or card at the door 💃🏽✨

🎨✨ Paint, Sip & Vibe ✨🎨

Celebrate Women’s Month with Shantae & Kamilla this Saturday, March 28th at 7PM at Marcos Slots 💕

Come color both your palettes with us and enjoy a fun, creative night as we welcome spring 🌸🍷

This session will feature a beautiful still life painting style—perfect for all skill levels 🎨🖌️

Only $15 includes your canvas, painting utensils & hors d’oeuvres 🎨🍓

Pay cash or card at the door 💃🏽✨

03/26/2026

Super excited to see you all Saturday at Marco's Slots!

🎨✨ Paint, Sip & Vibe ✨🎨

Celebrate Women’s Month with Shantae & Kamilla this Saturday, March 28th at 7PM at Marcos Slots 💕

Come color both your palettes with us and enjoy a fun, creative night as we welcome spring 🌸🍷

This session will feature a beautiful still life painting style—perfect for all skill levels 🎨🖌️

Only $15 includes your canvas, painting utensils & hors d’oeuvres 🎨🍓

Pay cash or card at the door 💃🏽✨

03/23/2026

As we celebrate women's month, I am honored to be hosting this weekend's Paint N' Sip alongside Kamila at Marco's Slots!

$15 includes
🌸 Your canvas
🌸 ALL painting utensils
🌸 Hors d'oeuvres

Come one, come all! This is a fun way to let those creative juices flow as we welcome spring!

🎨✨ Paint, Sip & Vibe ✨🎨

Join Shantae & Kamila this Saturday, March 28th at 7PM at Marcos Slots / The Vault🍷🖌️
Come color your palettes with us and enjoy a fun, creative night 💕
Only $15 includes your canvas, painting utensils & hors d’oeuvres 🎨🍓
You can pay cash or card at the door 💃🏽✨

03/19/2026

03/19/2026

With too much space and more remote workers, State Farm said Thursday that it plans to consolidate its workforce into the Corporate South complex in Bloomington and close its Corporate Headquarters and Illinois Operations Center by the end of 2027.

02/20/2026

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11/11/2025

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10/30/2025

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