Category Archives: Local Stories

Wet Nose Wednesday : Bonnie
Each week we feature a new animal looking for a loving home from Sangamon County Animal Control.
John Spalding Jul 16, 2025

Rocki Hosts All-Star Luncheon Ahead of Prospect League Game
Springfield, IL - July 8, 2025 The Prospect League's All-Star festivities continued Tuesday with a luncheon at the DoubleTree Hilton Downtown, drawing about 400 attendees including players, families, ...
Michele Mitchell Jul 09, 2025

Celebrating Excellence - the 4th Annual Channel1450.com Awards
On Wednesday, June 25, 2025, the LRS Hangar at Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport was transformed into a celebration of high school sports excellence. The 4th Annual Channel1450 Awards, hosted by Woodwar...
Michele Mitchell Jul 09, 2025

Wet Nose Wednesday : Serenity
Each week we feature a new animal looking for a loving home from Sangamon County Animal Control.
John Spalding Jul 09, 2025

Chatham Strong Fest FINAL Info and Details
Jeff and Jason from Chatham Strong Fest stop by to discuss all the info and details on how we can help the families affected by the YNOT accident, this Sunday. Go to chathamstrongfest.com to see aucti...
bondsy Jul 03, 2025

Wet Nose Wednesday : King
Each week we feature a new animal looking for a loving home from Sangamon County Animal Control.
John Spalding Jul 02, 2025

Woodward Community Media Duo Hosts 2025 Small Business Awards Luncheon
On June 24, 2025, the Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce held its 40th annual Small Business Awards at The Crowne Plaza. The event recognized outstanding local businesses and leaders for their co...
Michele Mitchell Jun 25, 2025

Wet Nose Wednesday : Bella
Each week we feature a new animal looking for a loving home from Sangamon County Animal Control.
John Spalding Jun 25, 2025

Operation Cookie Share: A Sweet Success at Hickory Point Bank
Tuesday, June 17, 2025, was a day filled with generosity, community spirit, and, of course, cookies! The Girl Scouts of Central Illinois, in partnership with Hickory Point Bank, hosted Operation Cooki...
Michele Mitchell Jun 20, 2025

Golfing for Good: Woodward Team Joins Caddy Shack Open
On Wednesday, June 18th, a foursome from Woodward Community Media hit the greens at the Rail Golf Course in Sherman, Illinois, to participate in the 40th non-annual Caddy Shack Open. This golf event, ...
Michele Mitchell Jun 19, 2025