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Menard County Fair and Chatham Sweetcorn Festival Happening This Weekend
Two large festivals continue in the area this weekend.
Jul 18, 2025
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Springfield Police Department and Springfield Fire Department to Meet on the Diamond
The Springfield Police Department will take on the Springfield Fire Department in the "Badge Battle" Saturday July 19th at Robin Roberts Stadium
Jul 15, 2025
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IDNR announces history walks and porch talks set to return this summer to Springfield state historic sites
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...
Jun 23, 2025

Illinois State Fair Announces "Adventure Awaits" theme for 2025 edition
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...
Jun 23, 2025

Information for the 2025 Esper Figueras Memorial Golf Outing benefiting St. John's Breadline announced on Wednesday afternoon
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...
Jun 19, 2025

City Council Report: Juneteenth celebrations continue; public meeting called for Ward 6 residents
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...
Jun 18, 2025

Unclaimed property ranging from rookie baseball cards to coins and stamp collections are among items the Illinois State Treasurer's office is auctioning online
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...
Jun 17, 2025

Third day of the Sangamon County Fair features grandstand show by country musicians Tracy Byrd with Jake Worthington
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...
Jun 13, 2025

APL announces date and time for ADOPT Group Art Show and JV Ice Cream Social in mid-July
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...
Jun 12, 2025

Public open house at Springfield's Dana-Thomas House this evening to outline the latest plans for a greenway in Third Street Corridor Redevelopment Project
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 ...
Jun 12, 2025