Admin-curated
Local writers, streamers, and creators who bring the Illinois Valley to life. Every profile is reviewed before it shows up here. Their merch links go straight to them.
Mekyla
A Girl Making Videos
I do a little bit of everything. I do vlogs, I edit videos, and do reviews.
Ricky Rodda-Parsons
Big appetite. Bigger ideas. Always local.
I’m Ricky—local business owner, home cook, professional over-sharer, the guy behind Locally Starved and the voice behind FYA’s social media. I’m here to share the best food, people and hidden gems in the Illinois Valley while helping more of our money stay right here with our neighbors. Come hungry. 💚