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Fischer Theatre to recognize local heroes during First Responders Appreciation Night

Updated 13 hrs ago

APL to have chicken dinner fundraiser to support tornado recovery efforts

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Enjoy a Latter Day with 'The Book of Mormon' returning to UIS

Updated 15 hrs ago

The hit musical "The Book of Mormon" is returning to the University of Illinois Springfield campus in February. Read moreEnjoy a Latter Day with 'The Book of Mormon' returning to UIS

Little Hoopsters basketball program returns to the DISC in September

Updated 16 hrs ago

Little Hoopsters will take place from 5:30-6:15 p.m. every Wednesday in September at the Decatur Indoor Sports Center. Read moreLittle Hoopsters basketball program returns to the DISC in September

Danville to host 'Discover Danville' celebration to honor city's culture

Updated 16 hrs ago

There will be samples from local restaurants, a variety of local music performances, Danville trivia, a blind taste-testing competition and more. Read moreDanville to host 'Discover Danville' celebration to honor city's culture

Illinois State Fair announces winners from Miles of Smiles Parade

Updated Aug 17, 2026

Route 66 documentary rolling into Springfield in September

Updated Aug 17, 2026

Lights, camera, create: Content Creation Lab registration open to C-U area students

Updated Aug 17, 2026

Season 2 of the youth media program will take place from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on four Saturdays this fall at Illinois Public Media's professional studios in Urbana. Read moreLights, camera, create: Content Creation Lab registration open to C-U area students

Decatur unions donating $18K to local charities on Labor Day

Updated Aug 17, 2026

Local labor unions are gearing up to celebrate Labor Day by marching through downtown Decatur and donating thousands of dollars to area charities. The Mid-Illinois Lab… Read moreDecatur unions donating $18K to local charities on Labor Day

Illinois veterans gather at State Fair for annual Veterans Day celebration

Updated Aug 17, 2026

Veterans from across Illinois gathered at the Illinois State Fair Sunday afternoon for a Veterans Day celebration and the turnout showed just how much the event means … Read moreIllinois veterans gather at State Fair for annual Veterans Day celebration

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Charleston community withstands the rain for 17th Annual Illinois Run for the Fallen

Updated Aug 16, 2026

Rain did not stop the community of Charleston from showing up Saturday morning to honor the nation's fallen service members. Read moreCharleston community withstands the rain for 17th Annual Illinois Run for the Fallen

Urbana's See Use Again store opens, keeping art supplies out of landfills

Updated Aug 14, 2026

See Use Again is a small business with one main goal: keeping art supplies and materials out of the landfill and giving them back to the community. Read moreUrbana's See Use Again store opens, keeping art supplies out of landfills

Krannert Center's opening night festivities set for September

Updated Aug 14, 2026

There will be free live performances, food, interactive displays and family-friendly activities, and a chance to get free tickets to a Fighting Illini football game. Read moreKrannert Center's opening night festivities set for September

Illinois State Fair kicks off Day 1 with packed crowds and plenty of fun

Updated Aug 13, 2026

The fair brought live entertainment, food, rides and fun activities for kids of all ages, giving visitors plenty of reasons to make the trip to Springfield. Read moreIllinois State Fair kicks off Day 1 with packed crowds and plenty of fun

STEM Minute | Twilight Stem Camp at Children's Museum of Illinois

Updated Aug 13, 2026

In the program, kids in third through fifth grade got the chance to learn about real-world technology in fun ways. Read moreSTEM Minute | Twilight Stem Camp at Children's Museum of Illinois

Giddy up: Harness racing gallops into the start of the 2026 Illinois State Fair

Updated Aug 13, 2026

Races began Thursday morning and will be free to attendees for the remainder of the fair. Read moreGiddy up: Harness racing gallops into the start of the 2026 Illinois State Fair

WAND's Happy Tails featuring Wildflower and Bitsy

Updated Aug 12, 2026

Happy tails is back! Every Wednesday, WAND will feature animals from the Decatur & Macon County Animal Shelter Foundation (DMCASF). Read moreWAND's Happy Tails featuring Wildflower and Bitsy

Several central Illinois lawmakers team up for Classroom Care Drive

Updated Aug 12, 2026

Sen. Sally Turner, Rep. Regan Deering and Rep. Bill Hauter will host a Classroom Care Drive, which will run through Sept. 30. Read moreSeveral central Illinois lawmakers team up for Classroom Care Drive

Golden Fox Brewing celebrates 10th anniversary with 3-day event

Updated Aug 11, 2026

Golden Fox Brewing is celebrating a decade of craft beer in Central Illinois with a three-day anniversary festival later this month. The celebration will run from Frid… Read moreGolden Fox Brewing celebrates 10th anniversary with 3-day event

Golf Fore Kids supports Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Illinois

Updated Aug 10, 2026

Golfers hit the greens at South Side Country Club Monday, all to support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Illinois. Read moreGolf Fore Kids supports Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Illinois

Dove, Inc. to host inaugural gala 'An Evening of Hope' in Mt. Zion

Updated Aug 10, 2026

The gala will take place at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, at the Mt. Zion Convention Center. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. Read moreDove, Inc. to host inaugural gala 'An Evening of Hope' in Mt. Zion

New MTD route to provide direct access to Carle Champaign on Curtis

Updated Aug 10, 2026

A new Champaign-Urbana Mass Transit District bus route will give Carle Health patients easier, more consistent access to the Carle Champaign on Curtis campus. Read moreNew MTD route to provide direct access to Carle Champaign on Curtis

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Habitat for Humanity completes Logan Co. home for local family

Updated Aug 10, 2026

Habitat for Humanity Logan County completed a home for a local family, helping make homeownership possible through its financing model. Volunteers assisted with final … Read moreHabitat for Humanity completes Logan Co. home for local family

Chatham community rallies around family of Hayes Johnson at 'Pray for Hayes Fest'

Updated Aug 9, 2026

The Chatham community came together Saturday evening to support the family of Hayes Johnson, a young boy who was involved in a near-drowning accident earlier this summer. Read moreChatham community rallies around family of Hayes Johnson at 'Pray for Hayes Fest'

Arcola celebrates America's 250th at inaugural Ben Franklin Fest

Updated Aug 7, 2026

Arcola residents celebrated the nation's 250th birthday and its history with founding father Ben Franklin on Friday. Read moreArcola celebrates America's 250th at inaugural Ben Franklin Fest

Moms & Minis Community Resource Day brings fun, support for families to Forsyth

Updated Aug 7, 2026

OSF Healthcare is hosting a community resource day in Forsyth to help mothers and their kids. Read moreMoms & Minis Community Resource Day brings fun, support for families to Forsyth

Springfield businesses, volunteers fill hundreds of backpacks ahead of school year

Updated Aug 7, 2026

It's not often you hear about barbecue and backpacks, but inside Stadium Smokehouse BBQ, it's not just an assembly line of cooks. There's also an assembly line of help… Read moreSpringfield businesses, volunteers fill hundreds of backpacks ahead of school year

Take in the night sky at the 42nd annual Astronomy Jamboree in Argenta

Updated Aug 6, 2026

The 42nd Annual Astronomy Jamboree will be held in Argenta next week. Read moreTake in the night sky at the 42nd annual Astronomy Jamboree in Argenta

Illinois State Fair brings big changes and new theme for 2026

Updated Aug 6, 2026

The Illinois State Fair is one of the most anticipated events in the state — and this year's celebration is bringing some big changes to Springfield. Read moreIllinois State Fair brings big changes and new theme for 2026