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Machaela Sweeney enjoys the view at the top of Inspiration Point near the Mississippi River in southern Illinois’ Shawnee National Forest. (Medill Illinois News Bureau photo by Maggie Dougherty)

Lifestyle

9 months ago

‘Hidden gem’: Growing number of visitors discovering southern Illinois as travel destination

Inside the state’s push to boost tourism across its inspirational southernmost region

Lifestyle

9 months ago

Faith Coalition for the Common Good hosts “Community Day” event

To learn more about Faith Coalition for the Common Good log onto www.faithcoalition-il.org

A scene from the 2025 Memorial Health Championship

Local

10 months ago

Visit Springfield helps make Memorial Health Championship free to watch

Free admission and family-friendly activities

Local

10 months ago

Highest-paying science jobs for people in Springfield, Illinois

Stacker ranked the highest-paying science jobs in Springfield using annual compensation data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics as of May 2024.

History

10 months ago

ALPLM to celebrate Juneteenth by displaying Emancipation Proclamation

Theatrical event, free day also scheduled

Entertainment

10 months ago

Sherman’s summer concert series kicks off Saturday evening

Performances this season include tribute bands, and a new country star

The Dana-Thomas House Foundation makes a more than $48,000 donation to the Illinois Conservation Foundation for use in the house.

Local

10 months ago

Donations lead to upgrade at Dana-Thomas House

Carpet replacement expected to happen soon

Local

10 months ago

State Museum opens annual ‘NOIR’ exhibit

The exhibit celebrates Black artists and culture

Entertainment

10 months ago

Dancing at Lughnasa debuts this weekend at the Hoogland

Dancing at Lughnasa begins Friday night at the Hoogland Center for the Arts

Local

10 months ago

Highest-paying jobs in Springfield, Illinois for high school graduates

Stacker ranked the 50 highest-paying jobs for high school graduates in Springfield using annual compensation data from the BLS.

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Business

23 hours ago

Data center is a go

Sangamon County Board vote is 17-10.

Local

7 hours ago

Another lawmaker rallies with striking UIS faculty

IFT official: Pay raise offer for staff, faulty is “demoralizing.”

History

13 hours ago

Route 66, a quintessential American road trip heavy on kitsch and history, turns 100

There were places to grab and go, but also to sit down and relish a slice of home. The Cozy Dog Drive In — famous for its breaded hot dogs on a stick — has fit both bills since 1949. Inside the dining room in Springfield, Illinois, travelers tell tales of life on the highway.