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Hundsdorfer: Grayson’s behavior in Logan County led superior to ask, ‘How are you still employed with us?’
- July 26, 2024 10:09 pm|
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Dee: Teachers’ conference unites IL educators for improving schools
- July 26, 2024 6:04 pm|
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The Morning Routine With Rocki & Sarah Podcast: July 26th, 2024
- July 26, 2024 9:45 am|
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Illinois Housing Development Authority Board to award millions in federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credits
- July 25, 2024 2:01 pm|
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DOJ opens investigation into death of Springfield’s Sonya Massey
- July 25, 2024 1:55 pm|
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The Morning Routine With Rocki & Sarah Podcast: July 25th, 2024
- July 25, 2024 9:48 am|
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Meet Pineberry– Our APL Pet Project This Week
- July 25, 2024 9:09 am|
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Parker: As rare black bear sightings spark excitement in southern Illinois, IDNR says keep a safe distance
- July 24, 2024 9:05 pm|
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Springfield man convicted in attempted murder of ex-girlfriend
- July 24, 2024 8:04 pm|
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Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence report notes big increase in deaths from domestic violence across 2023
- July 24, 2024 5:09 pm|
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State charges Sangamon Sheriff’s Deputy in killing of Sonya Massey
The office of Sangamon County State’s Attorney John Milhiser has announced the conclusion of an investigation by the Illinois State Police into the death of Springfield citizen Sonya Massey: the State’s Attorney’s Office has has charged Sangamon
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Local SYPG to hold auditions in August for upcoming Nutcracker ballet later in 2024
The Springfield Youth Performance Group, an organization spotlighting young talent from the Springfield area, will hold dance auditions on Friday, August 23, 2024, for its upcoming production of the classical ballet The Nutcracker. Auditions will be held
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Illinois Department of Labor posts updated prevailing wage rates for construction and infrastructure projects
The Illinois Department of Labor posted updated prevailing wage rates, by construction trade, for each county on Monday this week. By requiring that local prevailing wages are paid on public works construction and infrastructure projects, the Illinois
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The Morning Routine With Rocki & Sarah Podcast: July 17th, 2024
In case you missed it, here is the Morning Routine Podcast comprised of todays best segments. Today, Rocki and Sarah discussed: Adele Will Be Taking A Break Do You Eat In Your Car? Feeling S.A.D. Hiding Purchases
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Sarah’s Simple Suppers: Strawberry Yogurt Parfait
Hi there! Sarah here. I’ve been really lazy lately about cooking. Perhaps I’m in a rut. Have you been there before? Either way, here’s a suuuuuper easy recipe for a yogurt parfait. Enjoy! INGREDIENTS: Strawberry yogurt Strawberries
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Two men sentenced to prison after firing guns in Springfield last November
Two illegal immigrants are going to prison after firing guns in Springfield. Walter Gonzalez was sentenced to 18 months, while Santos Zapeda-Arteta was sentenced to 14 months behind bars. Both men are originally from Honduras. Prosecutors say
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Congresswoman Budzinski opens small business training lecture at CAP 1908
Late Monday morning, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski of Illinois’s 13th congressional district opened for a small business training lecture dedicated to empowering Springfield’s Black community, kicking off a packed day of activities for the congresswoman which concluded with
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Richardson: Experts: Being prepared is best way to enjoy a safe summer in Illinois
Mark Richardson Illinois News Connection July 15, 2024 Summer is usually a fun time to enjoy the outdoors with family and friends but experts say Illinoisans should take precautions to keep a day of fun in the
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Springfield Area Arts Council and DSI announce Shakespeare in the Park this Saturday, July 20
Springfield Area Arts Council and Downtown Springfield Inc. are thrilled to announce a special one-night-only event, bringing the timeless magic of Shakespeare to Enos Park. On July 20, from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM, the park will
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Juliana Turchetti of Springfield’s Aviatori Coffeehouse dies while fighting wildfires in Montana
A Springfield coffee shop owner and pilot has died after her plane crashed while fighting a wildfire in Montana. Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest, parts of which are burning in the Horse Gulch Fire, announced that Juliana