Applebee's

 (This guest post from Hong Alexander)

The local county government recently approved rezoning for commercial developments in our rather rural part of town. Now, don't get me wrong I am all for progress and business but I also have concerns with increased foot traffic near my house. All of my neighbors have been in a ADT home security Champaign system. I think this is a very good idea. I always like to think the best of people, but these days, especially with the economy the way it is, you can never be too careful. I am excited about the new stores coming to my area though. We could really use some more restaurants in our area. The closest Applebees in over 30 minutes away and I love their blonde brownie dessert. I would probably walk 30 miles just to get a blondie brownie from Applebees. We could also use a grocery store close to the house. I can not tell you how annoying it is to have to drive 30 minutes back to the store because I forgot a necessary ingredient for the nights dinner.