Lou's Drive-In opens for the season

Lou's Drive-In opens for the season

PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) -- A central Illinois favorite is open for the season. Lou's Drive-In off Knoxville Avenue in Peoria opened on Saturday. The restaurant is known for its root beer, popcorn and chili dogs. The restaurant's owner Laurie Halsey said opening day brought many smiling faces and a feeling of nostalgia. "Just nostalgic. They've come here with their grandparents, their parents. Now they're bringing their grandkids. So it's the staple.…