The Illinois Department of Natural Resources announced on Monday morning that it would once again be presenting a series of free history walks and porch talks at Springfield historic sites this summer. "Walk, Hike and Bike History" returns with experiences that are meant to connect participants with history w...

The Illinois State Fair and IDoA announced that the upcoming 2025 ISF will have a rather adventurous theme. The theme for this year's fair - "Adventure Awaits" - as noted by the department: "...sets the tone for an unforgettable journey through all that makes the Illinois State Fair a must-see event-live...

Information for the 2025 Esper Figueras Memorial Golf Outing Benefiting St. John's Breadline was announced late on Wednesday afternoon As the Catholic Charities of Springfield noted, the Esper Figueras Memorial Golf Outing is a: "...special event where we remember the life of our dear Esper by raising money for th...

The June 18 City Council approved a set of ordinances related to expansion of 11th Street traffic access for the Prosperity Park development. The ordinance package had originally been set aside from the consent agenda for debate at the request of Ward 6 Alderwoman Jennifer Notariano, who last week expressed concern for...

Unclaimed property ranging from rookie baseball cards to coins and stamp collections are among items the Illinois State Treasurer's office is auctioning online. Ryne Sandberg's rookie baseball card, "Star Wars" comic books, a Yoda Pez dispenser, Elvis Presley coins, and a 1995W $50 Gold Eagle coin are among t...

Day three of the Sangamon County Fair features the grandstand show by country musicians Tracy Byrd with Jake Worthington. The Longmeyer Band and a 90's country tribute group are set to perform in the pavilion. Grandstand attractions include Saturday's rodeo and the demolition derby on Sunday. The fair continues through...

The Animal Protective League announced on Thursday afternoon the date and time for this year's DIM Art House ADOPT! Group Art Show and APL Junior Volunteer Ice Cream Social Fundraiser. The organization noted that it would be holding this year's bash on Saturday, July 12, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Scoop Du Jour, 95 Plum...

A public open house this evening will outline the latest plans for a greenway in the Third Street Corridor Redevelopment Project stemming from the Springfield Rail Improvement Project. The open house will be from 4 until 7 today at the Dana-Thomas House on Lawrence Avenue, which will be one of the featured attractions ...

The Sangamon County Fair opens a five-day run today, June 11, out in New Berlin. Exhibit judging and the swine show continue throughout the day, the carnival operates from 3 to 11, and the queen pageant begins tonight at 7 o'clock. More information can be found at the link here.

The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum announced on Monday afternoon that it would be "celebrating freedom this month with an array of special Juneteenth events, including a free exhibition of a copy of the Emancipation Proclamation signed by Lincoln himself." The ALPLM is also set to welcome the...