Sunflower at Southwind Park with light snow cover
Local
10 months ago
WORKWEEK WEATHER: More snow likely this week

More snow possible Tuesday and into the weekend.

Farmer in field in tractor during winter weather
Agriculture
10 months ago
What this week’s winter wallop means for farmers across the U.S.

Producers know that the timing and amount of winter moisture affect farming conditions for the rest of the year.

Meow Mobile Cat of the Week
Pet of the Week
10 months ago
Meet Edward – Meow Mobile Cat of the Week

 This talkative tabby hunk is Edward. He arrived at SCAC as a stray on January 4 and is estimated to be 3 years old. Edward enjoys good conversation and quality ear skritches.

Friends of SCAC Dog of the Week - Jacqueline
Pet of the Week
10 months ago
Meet Jacqueline – Our Friends of SCAC Dog of the Week

Jacqueline is a small girl (Dachshund mix) who is a little over a year old. She is a fun-loving girl who loves to be outside taking brisk walks and playing.

Local
10 months ago
Community safety and winter support

If you or someone you know needs shelter or homelessness prevention assistance, please call the Heartland Continuum of Care Helpline at 217-803-5235.

City Water Light and Power logo
Local
10 months ago
Staying warm safely: essential space heater safety tips from CWLP

Inspect before use, keep a safe distance, etc.

Sarah Smerz with Weekend Rundown
Weekend Rundown
10 months ago
Weekend Rundown

Looking for things to do in Springfield? Sarah has your Weekend Rundown and find even more on the events calendar.

Flags flying at Illinois Capitol
IL State News
10 months ago
Voting open: Here’s where to cast your ballot for a new state flag

Voters can choose from 10 new state flag designs, 3 old ones 

Heather Casner comforts Raydyan Taylor, 2.
IL State News
10 months ago
“All our future money is gone”: The impossible task of providing child care in rural Illinois

Over the past decade, Illinois has lost nearly 4,300 licensed child care providers, a 33% decline.