Category Archives: Local Stories
Wet Nose Wednesday : Brown
Each week we feature a new animal looking for a loving home from Sangamon County Animal Control.
Jun 24, 2026
The Weekender for June 19, 2026: Summer Fun, Festivals & Family Time for Father's Day
It's another great summer weekend, and there's plenty happening across Springfield and the surrounding area. From Juneteenth celebrations and live theater to food festivals, classic cars, and family-f...
Jun 19, 2026 Line of Vintage Cars, traffic jam, cruising down main street.
"All Shook Up!" Opens At The Muni
"All Shook Up!" is at The Muni 6/19 - 6/21 and 6/24 - 6/27...we visit with cast members John, Evelyn and Isaac.
Jun 18, 2026
Wet Nose Wednesday : Diablo
Each week we feature a new animal looking for a loving home from Sangamon County Animal Control.
Jun 17, 2026
Wet Nose Wednesday : Bear
Each week we feature a new animal looking for a loving home from Sangamon County Animal Control.
Jun 11, 2026
Mamma Mia! Magic, Music & Fireworks Light Up the Weekender for June 5, 2026
Mama Mia! Wednesday - Saturday at 8:30pm each night at the Muni. MORE DETAILS Pioneer Days Friday and Saturday at Lincoln's New Salem. Experience life in the 1830's from natural dyeing, open hearth co...
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Wet Nose Wednesday : Olaf
Each week we feature a new animal looking for a loving home from Sangamon County Animal Control.
Jun 03, 2026
Berries, Beats, and Fireworks on The Weekender for Friday, May 29, 2026
Strawberry Field's Fest Friday at the Railyard from 4pm - 9pm and Saturday 11am - 9pm. Enjoy all things strawberry - sweet, savory, and everything in between for all ages. MORE INFO Satisfaction - Rol...
May 29, 2026
Wet Nose Wednesday : Astro
Each week we feature a new animal looking for a loving home from Sangamon County Animal Control.
May 27, 2026
64th Annual Carillon Festival, Opening Day at Knight's Action Park and more on The Weekender for May 22, 2026
This weekend is the unofficial kickoff to summer, and there's plenty to do! 64th Annual International Carrillon Festival Saturday, Sunday, and Monday evening at 6:30pm each night in Washington Park. P...
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