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Will Stevenson
Capitol City Now Editor-In-Chief
WTAX Morning Newswatch Host
Here’s what I love about Springfield:
The downtown area
Easy access to transportation
The Capitol complex — the Capitol building itself is amazing!
Really great people and food!
Dave Dahl
WTAX News Director
Capitol City Now Staff Writer
Here’s what I love about Springfield:
The people who have welcomed my family and me — both local folks and those from around the state whom I have met at the Capitol. I enjoy tremendous personal and professional support.
The weather. I like having four seasons, and, for the most part, the 17 years I have been here have seen far less snow than the 11 years I was in Peoria.
The state fair and horseshoes are also on the top of my list.
Cheri Ballinger
Capitol City Now Staff Writer
WTAX News Anchor and Reporter
Here’s what I love about Springfield:
Washington Park
All the local history, especially the Lincoln-era
The great concerts that come to UIS and the Bank of Springfield Center
Dylan Clark
Capitol City Now Staff Writer
WTAX News Anchor/Reporter
Here’s what I love about Springfield:
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum – The immediate step back into history and the glorious and well put together exhibits. My favorite one being the 3d Theatre show they put on called “Ghosts of the Library”
The historical sites and overall history of the city – Being a hometown to President Lincoln, I always found it interesting since I was a child that one of our most famous presidents used to live here.
The entertainment – Whether its a movie at the theatre, a concert, or even performing arts, Springfield has it all, and its all wonderful.
Chandler Smith
Capitol City Now Staff Writer
WTAX News Anchor/Reporter
Here’s what I love about Springfield:
The Independent Wrestling Scene
The Underground Hardcore Music Scene
The History of the town!