Two-way stretch of road in Springfield set to undergo transformation in early May, other changes planned as well
The city of Springfield has targeted May 6 as the start of work for converting traffic on a 1.6-mile stretch of Fourth Street from one-way to two-way traffic. That will include the setup of temporary barricades to
Lincoln Half Marathon celebrates 60th anniversary with 1500 participants
On Saturday morning, the Lincoln Presidential Half Marathon was held in Downtown Springfield. More than 1,500 racers from across the country persisted through the frosty chill before 7:30 AM to participate in the annual race; morning temperatures
Wyndham City Centre in Downtown Springfield set to go up for auction this coming April
The beleaguered Wyndham City Centre – Springfield’s tallest structure which, turns 50 years old in 2024 – will go up for auction beginning April 15. The opening bid at TenX is listed at $3 million. An $18.75
40th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade set to hit Downtown Springfield this Saturday
The 40th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade returns to downtown Springfield with a theme of “Irish Pubs and Folklore” at noon on Saturday; close to 100 entries are expected. The parade generally draws 10,000 to 15,000 people
Poor People’s Campaign marches on Springfield, calls for change
Members of the Illinois Poor People’s Campaign marched on the state capitol on Saturday, March 2, as part of a coordinated effort in 32 state capitals to demand action from the state government to help end poverty.
Local Springfield YMCA partners with Central Illinois Foodbank to collect laundry detergent donations this season
The Springfield YMCA is collecting donations of laundry detergent for the Central Illinois Foodbank now through December 1 at both the Downtown YMCA, 601 North 4th St and at 4450 West Iles Ave. The Y is partnering
Ceramics Made by Rosie selected as 2023 Isringhausen DRIVE Grant recipient
Ceramics Made by Rosie has been selected as the recipient of the 2023 Isringhausen DRIVE Grant. The $20,000 award was created by Isringhausen Imports in collaboration with Downtown Springfield, Inc. to encourage growth in downtown Springfield’s first-floor
Kidzeum Dinosaurs exhibit open through early September
You know your kids love dinosaurs, and the Kidzeum – at 412 E. Adams St., Downtown Springfield – is the place to see them. Explore the Cretaceous Period – 65-145 million years ago, the time when dinosaurs
Springfield YMCAs to host free movie night in support of National Night Out with Springfield Police Tuesday, August 1, 2023
Springfield’s YMCAs are hosting free outdoor movies and produce box giveaways in support of the annual National Night Out with Springfield Police this Tuesday, August 1. The event is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships
Smith Alzheimer’s Center to host informational event at SIU School of Medicine Tuesday afternoon
The Smith Alzheimer’s Center will host an informational meeting Tuesday afternoon at 2:00 for those who’d like to volunteer to assist staff with community outreach programs. Designed to be fun, active, and engaging, these programs fill a