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3 weeks ago

Rock Creek Cemetery clean up this Sunday

Rock Creek Cemetery is getting freshened up on Sunday

3 weeks ago

Illinois History Conference at the ALPLM

The two-day conference features women's history, and bicycles.

3 weeks ago

‘Riverdance’ coming to UIS PAC next year

Riverdance has been entertaining audiences for 30 years now.

3 weeks ago

October events: Spooky, full of history, and even horses

Running, celebrating the harvest, and much more in October!

3 weeks ago

There’s an easy way to get rid of all the reusable bags piling up in your home

The environmental impact of a reusable bag is relatively small, so ending up with a sizable stash isn't a significant problem. Still, paring down can declutter cupboards and lead to a smaller collection that'll actually get used. As for the excess, donate to food banks and thrift stores.

3 weeks ago

The rumors of the demise of Scheel’s Sports Park are greatly exaggerated, says tourism chief

Visits are ramping up, and will continue to do so, Dahl said.

3 weeks ago

‘I Beg Your Parton’ fundraiser honors late country singer, and dogs

Saluting Dolly while helping get adoptable pets taken care of and in to new homes.

4 weeks ago

CORRECTION: Nehemiah Expansion breaks ground on 45 new homes on Springfield’s east side

Organization aims to address affordable housing shortage.

4 weeks ago

Women’s Professional Baseball League makes history in Springfield

Fans celebrate the first-ever championship series for the Women’s Professional Baseball League.

4 weeks ago

City: More hotel nights booked in Springfield in 2025, expected to be higher this year

"That means hotel stays are up about 12,000 room nights.  We have more travelers in town visiting Springfield."

4 weeks ago

WPBL begins historic first championship series

Season 1's championship starts Wednesday.

4 weeks ago

Winner of $1 Billion Powerball jackpot from ticket bought in Quincy comes forward, remains anonymous

The winner says in a lottery news release that they didn't believe they won at first, until a family member was called.

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