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Blue light brings bladder cancer into focus during Men’s Health Month
Blue light may have a bad reputation for disrupting sleep, but in the hands of a skilled urologist, it reveals hard-to-reach bladder tumors that once hid in the dark. HSHS St. John’s Hospital is excited to offer Blue Light Cystoscopy with Cysview, which enhances the visibility of cancerous bladder tumors that often go undetected with traditional white light. The innovative, quick procedure leads to a quicker diagnosis and treatment for patients. “This new procedure is more than a technological upgrade –
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A NEW MURAL IN SPRINGFIELD
The Springfield Art Association has been awarded a grant from Healing Illinois, a division of the Field Foundation of Illinois, to add a mural to Jaycee Park in Springfield. Local artist Jeff Williams has designed the mural and is working with three student assistants to produce the dynamic and colorful mural on all four sides of the structure at the park, adjacent to the playground. The underlying theme of Jeff’s graphic design is love. It incorporates traditional African Adinkra symbols with powerful
CWLP TO UPDATE CITY COUNCIL ON WATER DIVISION WORK, ELECTRIC DIVISION IRP
At the Tuesday, June 24th Committee of the Whole meeting City Water, Light and Power will present on Water Division activities, including lead service line replacement work and other projects, as well as provide an update on Electric Division work for the utility’s next Integrated Resource Plan (IRP). Ways to WatchCity Council meetings are held at on the third floor of Municipal Center West at 300 S. Seventh Street and begin at 5:30 p.m. You can watch: • Locally on Comcast Cable Channel 18 and AT&T TV
Springfield Clinic Dome at SCHEELS Sports Park Inflated Largest air-supported sports dome in the world
The largest air-supported sports dome in the world rose from the ground at SCHEELS Sports Park in the past two days and is now fully inflated. Named for its sponsor, the Springfield Clinic Dome is expected to be open for youth sports competitions late this year. The dome is part of the SCHEELS Sports Park development at Legacy Pointe that will also feature outdoor turf fields for baseball, softball, football and soccer. The park is located behind the SCHEELS superstore on South MacArthur Boulevard in
Prairie Cardiovascular patients get significant relief from irregular heartbeat
Patients at Prairie Cardiovascular whose irregular heartbeats are resistant to medication treatment are finding relief as part of the first clinical trial of a safer and precisely targeted noninvasive method of treating persistent atrial fibrillation (AFib). Prairie Cardiovascular Executive Medical Director Dr. Ziad Issa noted the innovative procedure uses pulsed field ablation (PFA) – short, rapid pulses of electricity – to target and destroy the heart tissue causing the irregular heart rhythm. The
Touch a Truck School Supply Drive Seeks Donations for Local Students
The academic year may have just ended, but HSHS St. John’s Children’s Hospital is already thinking ahead to fall by scheduling its annual, popular Touch a Truck Back-to-School Supply Drive for July 17 in front of the hospital. “We look forward to this event every year, since it combines our mission and fun,” said Abigail Salzeider, MSNED, RN, Nurse Manager of Pediatrics and the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit at the children’s hospital. “Community residents can donate school supplies for local students
MONROE STREET TO REDUCE FOR WATER MAIN INSTALLATION
Beginning Wednesday, June 18, one eastbound lane of Monroe Street will be closed between Walnut Street and Lewis Street to accommodate City Water, Light and Power’s installation of a new 10-inch water main for Springfield High School’s building addition project. This project is expected to take multiple days to complete and work will be rescheduled in the event of inclement weather. This lane will reopen once road surface repairs are complete. Motorists are encouraged to slow down and be aware of workers
Traffic Alert: Temporary Closure at Laurel and MacArthur Due to Accident Investigation
The City of Springfield Public Works Department is announcing a temporary road closure at Laurel and MacArthur due to an ongoing investigation into an accident in the area. Effective immediately, both eastbound and westbound traffic will be closed on Laurel Street from MacArthur Boulevard to the east alley. Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes and use caution when traveling near the area. The closure will remain in place until further notice as officials work to safely complete the
Run or walk at the Little Miracles 5K
Firefighters/Postal Lake Club Chicken Fry
Firefighters/Postal Lake Club - Chicken Fry Saturday, June 21, 2025 4 pc Chicken dinner $13.00 served at 4:00pm-8:00pm along with gizzards, livers, wings and hot dogs; individually priced. Dine-In or Drive thru. Music 4:00pm-10:00pm provided by Devin C. Williams and followed by Unchained Location: 940 West Lake Shore Drive, Springfield, IL
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Ambassador Committee Member Spotlight Robert Patterson
Robert PattersonFinancial Advisor - Asst. Vice PresidentPNC Investments (217) 753-7162r.patterson@pnc.com What products and services does your business offer? Comprehensive Financial Planning, Retirement Planning, Investment Solutions, Tax-Efficient Investments, Life and LTC Insurance Planning What is one thing you'd like for people to know about your business? The names, faces, and circumstances may change and vary, but if there's one inescapable pattern to the markets and investing it's this: We
Memorial Health Championship presented by LRS to hold Inspiring Folds of Honor Tribute on June 27
Sponsored by Compliance Solutions, the event will honor the courage and sacrifice of military heroes and first responders with a day of remembrance and celebration. Springfield, IL — The Memorial Health Championship presented by LRS invites the public to attend a memorable tribute in partnership with Folds of Honor and sponsored by Compliance Solutions. Folds of Honor Friday will take place June 27, 2025, at Panther Creek Country Club. The public is invited to a special ceremony beginning at approximately
LLCC announces spring 2025 full-time President’s and Vice President’s lists
SPRINGFIELD — Lincoln Land Community College has announced its full-time President’s and Vice President’s lists for the spring 2025 semester. Full-time students who earned a 4.0 grade point average (GPA) are noted with an asterisk and earned President’s list honors. Full-time students who earned between a GPA of 3.5-3.99 earned Vice President’s list honors. Full-time students are enrolled in 12 or more credit hours. Arenzville – Kj Beck, Seth M. Burchard, George Gallegos Ashland – Kashton D.
LLCC announces spring 2025 part-time President’s and Vice President’s lists
SPRINGFIELD — Lincoln Land Community College has announced its part-time President’s and Vice President’s lists for the spring 2025 semester. Part-time students, enrolled in six to 11 credit hours, who earned a 4.0 grade point average (GPA) are noted with an asterisk and achieved President’s list honors. Part-time students who earned a GPA of 3.5-3.99 achieved Vice President’s list honors. Arenzville – Olivia Curry, Wade T. Swan*, Jeris A. Wankel, Amber R. Zinkula Ashland – Carson O. Arthalony*, Eric M.
UIS launches online graduate marketing certificates in partnership with Risepoint
The University of Illinois Springfield is expanding opportunities for working professionals to gain in-demand marketing expertise through the launch of its new MBA Certificate in Marketing and Graduate Certificate in Marketing. Beginning in Fall 2025, these programs will be available in an online format, offering flexibility for students looking to advance their careers while balancing work and personal commitments.As an early adopter of online education, UIS recognizes the potential of this modality to
SPRINGFIELD ART ASSOCIATION KICKS OFF 12TH ANNUAL “PAINT THE STREET” PRESENTED BY PNC BANK
The Springfield Art Association (SAA) will kick off the 12th annual “Paint the Street” presented by PNC Bank. The unique, outdoor event will be hosted in downtown Springfield from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., June 28, along a designated area on Washington Street where local artists will express their talent by painting on 6’ x 6’ squares. “The SAA is thrilled to have PNC back again to help us draw the community downtown to showcase colorful creativity by a range of artists. We encourage families to join on
HYDRANT FLUSHING PLANNED FOR VAL-E-VUE & YOUNGSTON HILLS
The Springfield Fire Department, in coordination with City Water, Light and Power, will be flushing and testing hydrants for operations and efficiency in Val-E-Vue and Youngston Hills subdivision in the weeks ahead. Val-E-Vue is planned for June 17 and Youngston Hills is planned for July 7 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. As a reminder, other testing around the city is scheduled to be continue through July 31. Annual testing is essential to ensure fire hydrants are operating efficiently for fire
Patriot Award Recognizes Outstanding Support from Memorial Health for National Guard and Reserve Members
Anne Murphy, manager in the Clinical Informatics Department at Memorial Health (MH), received a Patriot Award from the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve, an office established in 1972 under the Department of Defense. The award is given to a supervisor or manager who makes a special effort to support a working National Guard or Reserve member with flexible scheduling, time off before and after deployment, care for families, and if necessary, leaves of absence. Tamera
Mayor Buscher Announces Leadership Transition
Mayor Misty Buscher has announced a leadership transition within her administration. Mike Disco will be departing from his role as Chief of Staff. “I want to thank Mike Disco for his service and contributions to the City of Springfield,” said Mayor Buscher. “I appreciate his efforts on behalf of our residents and wish him the very best in his future endeavors.” This transition reflects the administration’s ongoing commitment to aligning leadership with its vision for the future of Springfield. Further
CITY OF SPRINGFIELD HOLDS PROMOTIONAL CEREMONY FOR NEW FIRE AND POLICE LEADERSHIP
On Monday, June 2, the City of Springfield hosted a special promotional ceremony at the Firefighters Lake Club to recognize new leadership within the Springfield Fire and Police Departments. Assistant Fire Chief Nicholas Zummo was officially promoted to Fire Chief, succeeding Chief Edward Canny, who retired in May after years of dedicated service. Captain Julie Plunk was promoted to the position of Assistant Fire Chief, making history as the highest-ranking female officer in department history. In
Dougherty Named May Colleague of the Month for System Resources at Memorial Health
Katy Dougherty, an early childhood teacher with Memorial Child Care, is the Memorial Health System Resources Colleague of the Month for May. A grateful parent undergoing chemotherapy treatments nominated Dougherty for the award, citing her compassion and attention to the family’s needs. During the children’s Halloween parade, Dougherty brought the child out to the parent (who was isolating in the car) to say hello and include the parent in the festivities. In another instance, Dougherty created an
Dodson Named May Colleague of the Month for Springfield Memorial Hospital
Marie Dodson, a patient care technician at Springfield Memorial Hospital, is the nonprofit hospital’s Colleague of the Month for May. Dodson emphasizes the safety and comfort of patients and always leaves a positive impression. She is also appreciated by colleagues for her willingness to stay late and help when the situation requires extra assistance. “Marie goes the extra mile to make sure her patients are comfortable the entire time she is on shift and before she leaves,” wrote the nominator. “Her
LeadershipDNA Celebrates Launch with Ribbon Cutting Event
LeadershipDNA Celebrates Launch with Ribbon Cutting Event Springfield, IL — 30 May 2025 — LeadershipDNA, a new local business dedicated to empowering individuals and teams through leadership development, coaching, and training, is excited to announce its official launch with a ribbon cutting ceremony hosted in partnership with the Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce. The event will be held on Friday, 13 June 2025 between 4-7pm at Saputo’s in Springfield. The community is invited to join founders
Infant Sleep Sacks Given to New Parents at Memorial Health Hospitals to Promote Safe Sleep
SPRINGFIELD – Parents of babies born at Decatur Memorial Hospital, Jacksonville Memorial Hospital and Springfield Memorial Hospital will be given free infant sleep sacks as part of a Safe Sleep initiative in conjunction with the Illinois Perinatal Quality Collaborative. “Sudden Infant Death Syndrome is a leading cause of death in infants under one year of age in Illinois, which is why this initiative is so important,” said Kaitlyn Lynn, RNC-MNN, a nursery clinical coordinator at Springfield Memorial
LLCC instructor Derek Matlock honored
SPRINGFIELD — Derek Matlock of Pawnee, instructor of heating, ventilation, air condition and refrigeration (HVACR) at Lincoln Land Community College’s Workforce Institute, was recently recognized as a recipient of a 2025 NISOD Excellence Award. The honor was awarded at NISOD’s International Conference on Teaching and Leadership Excellence held May 24-27 in Austin, Texas. The distinction recognizes Matlock’s outstanding contributions to Lincoln Land Community College and his unwavering commitment to
Davis joins Hanson as government market development lead
Daryl Davis, vice president and government market development lead, recently joined Hanson Professional Services Inc. Working from Little Rock, Arkansas, he will play a key role in expanding Hanson’s presence in the federal government sector, using his extensive experience to serve clients more effectively. Davis previously worked for 20 years for an architecture, engineering and building services firm in Little Rock, most recently as principal – director of business and as a board member. He dedicated
New LLCC solar array delivering major energy savings and environmental benefits
SPRINGFIELD – Lincoln Land Community College has completed installation of its newest solar array behind the Child Development Center at 5090 Shepherd Road in Springfield. The state-of-the-art ground-mounted system is now fully operational and generating renewable energy for the center. Funded in part by a grant from the Illinois Green Economy Network (IGEN), the solar array is projected to offset 100% of the LLCC Child Development Center’s electrical consumption and reduce carbon emissions by nearly 72
TechGuard Security Powers Statewide K–12 Cybersecurity Initiative in Ohio
S.H.I.E.L.D.® Awareness Platform Chosen to Train Staff in Over 900 Ohio School DistrictsBy empowering educators with knowledge, we help secure not just networks—but entire learning environments”— Carla Stone ST. LOUIS, IL, UNITED STATES, May 28, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- TechGuard Security is proud to announce that its S.H.I.E.L.D.® Cybersecurity Awareness Training Platform has been selected as the foundation for a statewide initiative to enhance cybersecurity readiness across Ohio’s K–12 education
Ambassador Committee Member Spotlight - Alexis Haven
Alexis HavenDevelopment DirectorThe Animal Protective League of Springfield and Sangamon County (217)544-PETS (7387) ahaven@apl-shelter.orgWhat products and services does your business offer? The Animal Protective League (APL) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization and is the regional leader in ending pet overpopulation by providing affordable spay/neuter services to our community and finding loving homes for healthy, adoptable animals. Since the opening of our low-cost, high-quality
SPRINGFIELD PARK DISTRICT TO HOST RIBBON-CUTTING CEREMONY FOR KIWANIS PARK REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT
Springfield, IL – The Springfield Park District is excited to announce the official ribbon cutting for the newly redeveloped Kiwanis Park, a transformative community project that brings state-of-the-art recreational amenities and expanded accessibility to one of Springfield’s beloved green spaces. The ribbon cutting will celebrate the completion of a comprehensive park renovation featuring a large, community-sized accessible playground, an 8-foot-wide looped multi-use path network throughout the park, an
Illinois Symphony Orchestra’s Sips & Sounds summer concert series kicks off on June 25 & June 26, 2025!
Take a sip while enjoying the LIVE sounds of classical and popular music by Illinois Symphony Orchestra musicians. It's our hip happy hour concert series, Sips & Sounds. From breweries and restaurants to coffee houses and wineries, we guarantee our music will mix with your favorite sips! Mark your calendars and join us for this FREE summer concert series. Sips & Sounds Summer 2025Wednesday, June 25, 2025 @ 6:00 PMCasa Real Cantina & Grill | 1121 Lincolnshire Bl, Springfield, ILThursday, June 26, 2025 @
LLCC to host Campus Visit Day June 24
SPRINGFIELD — Prospective students interested in starting or restarting college, training for a hands-on career or adding new skills are invited to visit Lincoln Land Community College for Campus Visit Day on Tuesday, June 24, 5:30-8 p.m. The free event will be held at LLCC’s Springfield campus, 5250 Shepherd Rd. “Discover more at LLCC — from our many programs of study to our personalized services that help students succeed. Join us at our Campus Visit Day to find out why LLCC is a smart choice for
HSHS Medical Group Welcomes Carmen Blomquist, APRN, FNP-BC, to Occupational Health
HSHS Medical Group welcomes Carmen Blomquist, APRN, FNP-BC, to HSHSMedical Group Occupational Health and Wellness in Springfield. Blomquist brings more than 17 years of nursing experience and a strong focus on workplace health and safety. A board-certified family nurse practitioner and Illinois native, she provides care centered on injury prevention, employee wellness and regulatory compliance. Blomquist offers services such as Department of Transportation (DOT) medical exams, employee health
SOLAR GROWING IN CWLP ENERGY PORTFOLIO
This month the Springfield City Council approved City Water, Light and Power’s (CWLP’s) proposal for a 25-year, solar contract for 25 MW of energy and capacity. The contract with Sangamon Solar LLC, is in conjunction with a new 100 MW, 750-acre solar installation to be built in Sangamon County south of Chatham. The project, expected to start construction in 2026 and begin operation in 2028, will equate to a number of local construction and maintenance jobs.“Adding more solar resources for CWLP is a goal
LLCC honors 2025 Distinguished Service Awards recipients
SPRINGFIELD — Lincoln Land Community College honored 2025 Distinguished Service Award winners, employees with service anniversaries and retirees at the LLCC Employee Recognition Ceremony May 15. The college presented five Distinguished Service Awards to individuals who demonstrate exemplary leadership and service to the college community, promote a student-focused environment and exhibit a strong commitment to the college’s core values. Distinguished Service Award recipients: Chatham: Administrative –
Hanson promotes nine to new officer positions
Hanson Professional Services Inc.’s board of directors recently elected nine employees to new officer positions. Vice presidents, advancing from assistant vice president: • Andy Canopy, P.E., PLS, PSM, senior project manager, Peoria, Illinois, office • Matt Heyen, P.E., power operations lead, Springfield, Illinois, headquarters Assistant vice presidents: • Darrel Berry, corporate communications manager, Springfield headquarters • Cindy Bushur-Hallam, senior project manager, Springfield
CEFCU PRESENTS GAMEDAY AT THE MEMORIAL HEALTH CHAMPIONSHIP PRESENTED BY LRS
Springfield — May 20, 2025 — As the Memorial Health Championship presented by LRS marks its 10th anniversary, the tournament is excited to bring back a fan-favorite youth event: GAMEDAY, presented by CEFCU. This special event will take place on Tuesday, June 24th, during tournament week. Aimed at juniors ages 8–18, GAMEDAY returns for its seventh year, made possible by the continued support of local sponsor CEFCU. The program is free of charge, but participants must register in advance and is limited to 50
How to Bring in the Right People to Push Sales and Marketing Forward
The difference between a business that scales and one that stalls often comes down to who gets invited to the table. You don’t need an empire to start thinking like a CEO, but you do need to know when to stop doing it all yourself. The myth of the self-made entrepreneur gets pretty loud in the early stages, but eventually, reality punches through the noise. The truth is, most real growth starts when you stop hiring for proximity and start hiring for impact. Stop Hiring Based on Familiarity Too many
The Damon Priddy State Farm Team is Growing!
Springfield Illinois - March 2025 - Damon Priddy Insurance & Financial Services - a State Farm Agency is proud to announce the addition of three talented professionals - Chadd Pfeiffer, Marc Reeves and Heath Bilyeu - to it's growing team. As the agency continues to expand its footprint in the Springfield community, these new team members bring a wealth of knowledge, industry experience and a commitment to delivering exceptional service to clients. "This growth reflects our dedication to helping more
Damon Priddy State Farm recognized as both Best Agency & Best Agent in Springfield!
SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS - November 2024 The Damon Priddy State Farm Team, a leader in providing quality insurance & financial service solutions, is proud to announce it's recent awards for Best Insurance Agency and Best Insurance Agent in Springfield by the Community Choice Awards. These prestigious honors reflect the agency's dedication to clients, community engagement and exceptional service. This is the third consecutive year that the agency has taken home both awards! The awards were presented at the
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Damon Priddy State Farm Team Rebrands ''What is Service''
This week the agency has taken part in multiple events and recognized their service team for National Customer Service Week! Nearly four years into the launch of the Damon Priddy State Farm Agency, our team is "rebranding" the customer service team and the way we "do service". "I came from a background in hospitality, managing multiple hotels and major brands along the way. Taking care of people is engrained in who I am. That hospitality training and care for detail doesn't go away. Launching the agency in
