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Cover of "Stories from Route 66 in Central Illinois"
Local
1 month ago
New book focuses on Central Illinois’ role in Route 66 history, untold stories

“Stories from Route 66 in Central Illinois” is out now.

Manchester, Tennessee USA - 06-14-2014: Lionel Richie and his band perform at Bonnaroo Music Festival
Entertainment
1 month ago
Lionel Richie is taking a break from performing following a heart procedure

Richie was scheduled to perform with Earth, Wind & Fire Saturday in San Francisco, Sept. 30 in Chicago and Oct. 3 in Columbus, Ohio.

Hot air balloons at night
Local
1 month ago
Springfield Park District annual ‘Night Glow Festival’ is next week

It’s a pretty unique site

Close up of car infotainment screen with Bluetooth option. Toronto, Canada - February 19, 2026.
Local
1 month 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.”

"Riverdance 30 - The New Generation" will perform at the UIS PAC in April, 2027.
Local
1 month ago
‘Riverdance’ coming to UIS PAC next year

Riverdance has been entertaining audiences for 30 years now.

Fall Guide
1 month ago
Where to go in September for fun fall events

Fireworks, walks, the Route 66 Mother Road Festival, and more!

November and fall
Fall Guide
1 month ago
October events: Spooky, full of history, and even horses

Running, celebrating the harvest, and much more in October!

Fall Guide
1 month ago
Fun things happening in November in the Capitol area

More trick-or-treating!

The sign at the entrance to Scheel's Sports Park.
Local
1 month 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.

Newport, Rhode Island, USA - July 27,2019: Dolly Parton performs at The Newport Folk Festival in Rhode Island.
Local
1 month 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.

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