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While Petersburg is tied to Abraham Lincoln history, it’s also tied to circus history.
The busy weekend kicked off with a downtown drone show celebrating Juneteenth and the arrival of the Great Race. Dahl called the event a success and credited cooperation among city, state and federal partners.
The project, under construction on Chicago’s southside since 2021, will open its doors to the public on Friday.
The building at Fifth and Monroe was most recently Whiskey Jack’s.
Dreesen is from Chicago.
President Donald Trump is not among the announced guests. He called the $850 million center a “total disaster” in a social media post in February.
Legends Entertainment is located south of Scheels Sports Park and two hotels.
Did you know Petersburg has a history connected to the circus?
It’s time to get “All Shook Up” Out at The Muni this weekend! Stars of the show, Actor Madi Sweeney and Dancer Bri’ara McKinney stopped by the WTAX Morning Newswatch to discuss the upcoming performance!
Sangamon County Fair returns Wednesday with rides, livestock shows, and family entertainment.