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1 week ago
This year’s International Route 66 Mother Road Festival was the biggest ever
Parts of 14 downtown blocks were closed for all the cars that participated.
1 week ago
How much does memory care cost in Illinois?
A Place for Mom reports on memory care costs in Illinois and across the country.
2 weeks ago
Best colleges in Illinois
Stacker compiled a list of the colleges in Illinois using data from Niche.
2 weeks ago
October events in Springfield include history lessons, Route 66 conference
Living history, and a Route 66 conference, are among the activities for the public in Springfield in October.
2 weeks ago
Major League Cozy Dog eating will be a part of the International Route 66 Mother Road Festival this weekend
Professional eaters from all over North America will take part.
2 weeks ago
New book focuses on Central Illinois’ role in Route 66 history, untold stories
"Stories from Route 66 in Central Illinois" is out now.
2 weeks ago
Lead concerns prompt soil testing at Taylorville park
Officials say Park Field 1 is off-limits while additional soil samples are tested.
2 weeks ago
Illinois’ 8 interstate visitor information centers to close at month’s end
The state says the centers’ role has evolved over time as travelers’ needs change.
2 weeks ago
Bill to keep AM radio in cars passes U.S. House, goes to Senate
Car manufacturers say "no" to AM Radio, while radio says "yes."
2 weeks ago
Rock Creek Cemetery clean up this Sunday
Rock Creek Cemetery is getting freshened up on Sunday
2 weeks ago
Illinois History Conference at the ALPLM
The two-day conference features women's history, and bicycles.
2 weeks ago
‘Riverdance’ coming to UIS PAC next year
Riverdance has been entertaining audiences for 30 years now.
2 weeks ago
UPDATE: Be a kid again: Owner of White Oaks Mall says ‘Toys R Us’ to open there in time for Christmas
Opening date unknown, expected to be in the next few weeks.
2 weeks ago
October events: Spooky, full of history, and even horses
Running, celebrating the harvest, and much more in October!
2 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.
2 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.
2 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.
3 weeks ago
CORRECTION: Nehemiah Expansion breaks ground on 45 new homes on Springfield’s east side
Organization aims to address affordable housing shortage.
3 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.
