Going to the ALA banquet? - Here's what you need to know

If there were two things you needed to know about attending the Abraham Lincoln Association Banquet celebrating the railsplitter's 200th birthday, it's get there early and travel light - small purse or backpack - no big stuff.

My friends - and Abe's - at The State Journal-Register have all the stuff you need to know in today's paper and online version. Be sure to check it out, 'cause if you don't get there and get in on time, you won't get in at all. Presidential security requires that everyone be seated and the doors shut by 6:30 for the 7 p.m. event. If you've got a ticket, you won't want to miss this moment in history.