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Free Skin Cancer Screenings Available for Local Residents
SPRINGFIELD – Free skin cancer screenings will be available from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 9, at SIU Simmons Cancer Institute in Springfield. The free screenings are provided by the Regional Cancer Partnership, which includes Memorial Health, SIU Medicine and Springfield Clinic. Participants must be 18 or older and not currently under the care of a dermatologist. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, and one in five
Enrollment To Open CWLP’s Home Weatherization & Energy Efficiency Retrofit Program
Beginning Friday May, 17th at 9 a.m., City Water, Light and Power’s Energy Services Office is opening enrollment in “Helping Homes,” its home weatherization and energy efficiency program. This special assistance program helps qualifying low-income homeowners reduce their energy costs through installation of new energy-saving retrofits in their homes. Awarded applicants will first be scheduled for a home energy audit to determine the type and scope of retrofit for weatherization and efficiency
CITY OF SPRINGFIELD ENHANCES EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS WITH NEW CRISIS COMMUNICATIONS PLAN
SPRINGFIELD, Ill- Following the lessons learned from last year's derecho and a commitment to bolster public safety, the City of Springfield announces the development of the first comprehensive crisis communications plan. This plan is designed to keep the community well-informed and prepared in all emergency scenarios. Last year's derecho highlighted the critical need for effective communication during emergencies. In response, the City of Springfield has worked diligently to create a robust crisis
Ace Retail Holdings to Acquire Chatham and Springfield Ace Hardware Stores
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (May 9, 2024) – Ace Retail Holdings announced today that it has agreed to acquire Bishop Ace Hardware, a 13-store chain in central Illinois. Bishop Ace currently owns and operates an Ace Hardware store in Chatham (1200 North Main) and two in Springfield (214 N. Walnut Street and 1600 Wabash Avenue). According to Ace Retail Holdings, it will be a seamless transition of ownership, and the stores will retain their Ace branding, store management, personnel, and the current product mix. It is
Ambassador Committee Member Spotlight - Derek Hensley
Derek Hensley Agent/OwnerState Farm (217)546-3434derek@myagentderek.comWhat products and services does your business offer? We have a personalized approach to helping clients navigate life and retirement planning alongside their auto, home, and business insurance needs. What is one thing you’d like for people to know about your business? Our particular agency is dedicated to community involvement and customer care. Whether it’s through local events, sponsorships, or active participation in
Springfield Area Arts Council Announces New Program, “Red Light Night”
The Springfield Area Arts Council is pleased to present a new program to Springfield, “Red Light Night,” on Tuesday, May 28 from 5:30 P.M. to 7P.M in the Carnegie North room located on the first floor of Lincoln Library, 326 S. 7th Street, Springfield, IL 62701. “Red Light Night” is a series of discussions on provocative topics within the arts led by guest lecturers on select evenings. These sessions serve as a platform to explore a variety of themes that are prevalent in the art communities. Presentations
CWLP TO HIGHLIGHT VALUE OF WATER FOR DRINKING WATER WEEK
For National Drinking Water Week, May 5-11, City Water, Light and Power and American Water Works Association partners throughout North America are reminding consumers that high quality tap water is “There When You Need It.” In recognition, CWLP is highlighting the vital role tap water plays in daily life, plus the importance of investment in the infrastructure needed to deliver it and the important work of its water division employees to make it possible. “During Water Week we will look forward to
Mother’s Day Remembrance Tribute May 11th at Roselawn Memorial Park
SPRINGFIELD — Mothers, grandmothers, wives, children, or other loved ones have lifted us up and touched our hearts and lives in countless ways. They are why Mother’s Day is such a special time to recognize and honor them. Yet for many of us, loss and grief are strong emotions on Mother’s Day, so the thought of celebrating — or not celebrating — can be daunting. To acknowledge and help reconcile these feelings, the Butler Family of Organizations (Butler Funeral Homes & Cremation Tribute Center,
LLCC Commencement planned for May 17
Divina Shā Kluge selected as commencement speaker; David Western to be recognized with 2024 Honored Alumni Award SPRINGFIELD — Lincoln Land Community College will conduct commencement exercises on Friday, May 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the Bank of Springfield Center in Springfield. Divina Shā Kluge of Springfield has been selected as this year’s commencement speaker. She is earning an associate in applied science degree in integrated media design. Kluge is also the weekend news anchor for WTAX 93.9 FM. After
Wilson Honored By Jaycees
On Saturday, April 27, The Illinois Jaycees recognized City of Springfield Director of Communications Haley Wilson as one of its honorees for The Outstanding Young Persons (TOYP) of Illinois for 2024. Haley joined City of Springfield in May 2023 and is responsible for all City communications and outreach including Municipal Channel 18 and the City’s Audio-Visual Department. Wilson was honored by Jaycees for Cultural Achievement as co-founder of The Culture Experience, LLC. The Culture Experience was
LLCC Juried Student Art Show winners announced
SPRINGFIELD — The Lincoln Land Community College 2024 Juried Student Art Show is now on display through May 10, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., in the Trutter Museum/James S. Murray Gallery, located on the upper floor of Menard Hall, Springfield campus, 5250 Shepherd Road. Winners of various awards were announced at an opening reception: Erin Peterson of Sherman – Capstone, Ellie Lieber of Springfield– Best of Show, Anneke Finch of Springfield– 3D, Ashlyn Brickey of Buffalo – Drawing, Ren Schattschneider of
UIS honors longtime friends of NPR Illinois for their outstanding advocate leadership
SPRINGFIELD – The University of Illinois Springfield honored longtime NPR Illinois (WUIS) donors and volunteers Richard and Hannah McDaniel with the University of Illinois Foundation’s William E. Winter Award for Outstanding Advocate Leadership during a Celebration of Philanthropy event on May 1 in the Student Union Ballroom. Both are graduates of the University of Illinois. Hannah received her bachelor’s degree in nursing from the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) in 1964. Richard earned his
UIS awards almost $4,000 to local high school students as part of a virtual stock trading competition
SPRINGFIELD – The University of Illinois Springfield College of Business and Management has awarded nearly $4,000 in prizes to local high school students who competed in a virtual stock trading competition. Spearheaded by UIS Assistant Professors of Finance Serkan Karadas and Tammy Schlosky, the competition included more than 80 students. Conducted on the free platform MarketWatch, the competition drew participants from Rochester, New Berlin, Sacred Heart-Griffin and Auburn high schools. Home-schooled
LLCC Community Education presents “History Cooks” at Lincoln Home
SPRINGFIELD – Lincoln Land Community College Community Education is again partnering with the Lincoln Home National Historic Site and Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureauthis summer to present “History Cooks,” a series of free cooking and baking demonstrations of dishes based on iconic Springfield restaurants and foods. All programs, with the exception of May 18, will be on Fridays at noon at the Lincoln Home National Historic Site. Attendees will receive a souvenir recipe card so they can
Springfield Area Arts Council Presents ''Friday Night Jazz & Blues''
The Springfield Area Arts Council is pleased to announce the May 2024 roster for “Friday Night Jazz & Blues,” hosted by Boone’s in downtown Springfield, IL. May 3 The Hat Trio May 10 Black Magic Johnson May 17 Springfield High School Jazz Combo May 24 Smooth N’ Blue Band May 31 Johnnie Owens and Friends “Friday Night Jazz & Blues” is a renewed program that began as “Uptown Friday Night” and was revitalized in 2021 under its new moniker. This year-round series of jazz and blues concerts
The Prophecy Show – A Tribute to Trans ~ Siberian Orchestra Is Coming Back to the UIS Performing Art
St. Louis powerhouse The Prophecy Show will bring their signature and highly-energized Rock Opera back to the UIS Performing Arts Center on Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 8 p.m. Launching their 18th touring season of an extravagant Christmas musical production! This powerhouse group of classically trained musicians come together to create nothing short of an electrifying evening of holiday rock music. Performing in the style of Trans-Siberian Orchestra, The Prophecy Show has spared no details when it
Mocny Named April Colleague of the Month for System Resources at Memorial Health
SPRINGFIELD – Emily Mocny, an organization development consultant, is the Memorial Health System Resources Colleague of the Month for April. Mocny is highly regarded by her peers as a change management guru. She has assisted in several high-profile projects, establishing standard organizational management principles to system-wide initiatives. “Emily never does anything without giving it 110%, and she will never let a colleague feel like they are alone in their journey of change,” wrote her
AlignLife of Springfield Chiropractic creates a children’s garden
Springfield, IL, May 1, 2024 - AlignLife of Springfield has created a children’s garden at its Montvale location. The chiropractic center launched the initiative to help encourage younger patients to eat healthy, move their bodies, and start a garden at home. AlignLife of Springfield owner Dr. Bryne Willey said his family had enjoyed planting the garden to share their passion for growing what they eat with the center’s patients. “We want to encourage families to live a healthy life and lead by example,”
Hester Named April Colleague of the Month for Springfield Memorial Hospital
SPRINGFIELD – Laure Hester, a unit secretary at Springfield Memorial Hospital, is the nonprofit hospital’s Colleague of the Month for April. Hester is considered by many to be the cornerstone of her floor for the past 16 years. She has mentored many colleagues on and off her floor especially techs and unit secretaries. She prioritizes patient safety ensuring fall risk patients have appropriate footing on, and she makes sure fall risk signs are noticeable outside patient rooms. She also does skin checks
LLCC Board of Trustees welcomes new student trustee
SPRINGFIELD — The Lincoln Land Community College Board of Trustees welcomed a new student trustee on Wednesday, April 24. Braden Nicoll of Springfield took the oath of office for a one-year term as student trustee on the LLCC Board of Trustees. Nicoll, a freshman, is a member of LLCC’s Honors Program, Phi Theta Kappa and Black Student Union. Currently a certified medical assistant, Nicoll plans on earning his associate of applied science degree in nursing and then continuing his education to become a
MATHERS ROAD CLOSED FOR STRUCTURE REPAIR
Mathers Road is currently closed fully to all traffic between Cockrell Lane and Wood Duck Drive. Due to some erosion at the bridge structure just east of Cockrell Lane, the road has been closed until further evaluations and repairs can be made.
LLCC Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society recognized at international convention
SPRINGFIELD — Student leaders from Lincoln Land Community College’s Alpha Epsilon Kappa chapter of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society attended Catalyst, PTK’s international convention, in Orlando, Fla., April 4-6. LLCC’s chapter was named one of PTK’s Top 100 Chapters for the first time in chapter history, placing it in the top 8% of all PTK chapters internationally. Dr. Gillian Bauer of Springfield was awarded a Paragon Award for New Advisors, which recognizes significant contributions to chapter and
LLCC professor Kirk Yenerall honored
SPRINGFIELD — Kirk Yenerall of Springfield, professor of mathematics at Lincoln Land Community College, was recently recognized as a 2024 Dale P. Parnell Distinguished Faculty Award winner by the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) at their annual conference in Louisville. The distinction, named for former AACC President and CEO Dale P. Parnell, was established to recognize individuals who demonstrate passion for the students and the classroom; show willingness to support students,
Jason Knoedler Appointed to ICBA Housing and Finance Committee
Illinois banker to advocate on behalf of the nation’s community banksPress Release: City, State. (Month XX, 2024)—The Independent Community Bankers of America® (ICBA) announced that Jason Knoedler, CEO Vice Chairman of the Board of Bank of Springfield was elected to serve on ICBA’s Housing and Finance Committee as the Co-Chairman. ICBA is the nation’s voice for community banks and is committed to its founding mission to create and promote an environment where community banks flourish."Community banks, as
LLCC College for Kids offering more summer programs
Registration now open SPRINGFIELD — College for Kids at Lincoln Land Community College will offer more than 60 programs this summer from June 10-July 25 thanks to new and continuing partnerships. Most programs will be held at the Springfield campus, 5250 Shepherd Rd. New this year are theater camps for grades 1-8. There are three camps — Introduction to Theater, Auditioning for Theater and Introduction to Production, which includes backstage elements like set and costume design. Girls in
Pecori receives Ed Rapp Leadership in Action Award
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Sergio “Satch” Pecori, P.E., chairman and CEO at Hanson Professional Services Inc., has received the Ed Rapp Leadership in Action Award. The annual award recognizes individuals who best demonstrate leadership despite challenges, deliver long-term solutions, positively influence others and advocate collaboration. Pecori was honored April 17 during the Innovations Conference on Infrastructure at Pair-A-Dice Hotel in East Peoria. Pecori, who works at Hanson’s Springfield headquarters,
TEAM UP, TEE UP TO HELP COMMUNITY CHILDREN ON JUNE 3
Children throughout Springfield and surrounding communities are receiving extended medical care, and once they return home, their families often need extra help to pay for items or services that insurance does not cover. SIU Medicine is inviting golfers to team up and join us at the On Par for Pediatrics charity golf outing on June 3. Your support can help these children who are facing life-altering diseases. A shotgun start will begin the round at 12:30 p.m. on Monday, June 3, at The Rail Golf Course,
SAA, ALPLM, and Sangamon County Seeking Proposals for Lincoln-Themed Murals
April 23, 2024 (Springfield, IL) - The Springfield Art Association (SAA), in collaboration with the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum (ALPLM) and Sangamon County, is seeking proposals for mural artwork to adorn the newly remodeled and expanded lobby of the Sangamon County Building. The murals will be Abraham Lincoln themed following Mr. Lincoln’s early years in Illinois, Mr. Lincoln in Springfield, and a striking image or portrait of Mr. Lincoln. “This project offers artists an opportunity
UIS to celebrate commencement during three ceremonies on May 10 and 11
SPRINGFIELD – The University of Illinois Springfield will hold its 53rd annual commencement during three ceremonies in the UIS Performing Arts Center’s Sangamon Auditorium on Friday, May 10 and Saturday, May 11. A total of 1,051 students will participate in the ceremony out of the 1,625 students who are eligible to graduate. The ceremony for graduates in the College of Health, Science and Technology will be held at 7 p.m. on May 10. College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences and College of
Orion Marty with Damon Priddy State Farm recognized with Wow Award!
Join us in celebrating the latest Central Illinois Customer Service Association “WOW” Award Winner, Orion Marty, Senior Account Manager with Damon Priddy State Farm!The “WOW” Award, sponsored by 92.7 WMAY, is an opportunity to recognize those unsung heroes that lift our spirits and inspire us through their simple or extraordinary acts of kindness or superior customer service.?By recognizing those who make a difference in our lives, we are challenged to think about how we can do the same for others. It’s
Wall Named April Memorial Health Ambulatory Colleague of the Month
SPRINGFIELD – Lisa Wall, a complex care coordinator for Memorial Behavioral Health (MBH), is the Memorial Health Ambulatory Group Colleague of the Month for April. Wall is a member of Memorial Behavioral Health’s Projects for Assistance in Transitions from Homelessness Team (PATH). She serves individuals experiencing both homelessness and severe mental illness and has assisted more than 70 individuals in securing affordable and safe housing since starting with MBH. “In a challenging and fast-paced
Ambassador Committee Member Spotlight-Michelle Pulce-Flynn
Michelle Pulce-FlynnDirector, Grant DevelopmentLincoln Land Community College (217) 786-2446michelle.pulce-flynn@llcc.eduWhat products and services does your business offer? LLCC offers affordable education whether earning a two year associate degree and transferring to a four year institution or completing a program that allows student to enter directly into the workforce. LLCC also offers multiple certificate programs that in most cases are stackable, which means a person can earn a certificate, go
UIS Good as Gold Ceremony honors more than 40 local volunteers, businesses and organizations
SPRINGFIELD – The University of Illinois Springfield, Junior League of Springfield and the United Way of Central Illinois honored more than 40 Sangamon County volunteers, businesses and organizations during the 16th annual Good as Gold Ceremony on April 22 in the UIS Student Union. The Good as Gold Ceremony was started in 2008 to honor people, businesses and organizations who freely give their time and talents to make Sangamon County a better place to live. Distinguished Volunteer
CITY OF SPRINGFIELD ANNOUNCES TWO-WAY STREET CONVERSION AND REVERSE ANGLE PARKING
SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS- The City of Springfield announces the upcoming conversion of select one-way streets to two-way traffic, along with the implementation of reverse angle parking, as part of ongoing efforts to improve traffic flow and enhance safety in our community: When: May 6th through May 10th, weather permitting.Where:4th Street from South Grand Ave to Dodge StAdams Street from 6th St to 9th St During this conversion period, drivers and pedestrians are urged to exercise additional caution when
LLCC Coach Ron Riggle receives 2024 NJCAA Loyalty Award
SPORTSNEWS 5250 Shepherd Road • P.O. Box 19256 • Springfield, IL 62794-9256 • 217-786-4918 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 22, 2024Contact: Kyla Kruse, kyla.kruse@llcc.edu, 217-786-4918 Note: photo attached LLCC Coach Ron Riggle receives 2024 NJCAA Loyalty Award SPRINGFIELD — Coach Ron Riggle, Lincoln Land Community College’s athletics director and head baseball coach, received the 2024 Loyalty Award on April 17 at the NJCAA Convention in
UIS to hold five academic summer camps for high school students
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: April 18, 2024 Contact: Blake Wood, 217-206-6716 UIS to hold five academic summer camps for high school students SPRINGFIELD – University of Illinois Springfield Continuing and Professional Education will offer five academic summer camps for high school students in June, July and August. Each experience will be led by UIS faculty and will offer students a challenging, fun and affordable summer experience focused on exploring emerging
Ambassador of the Quarter: Schyler Hollis
Schyler Hollis AVP, Commercial Lending Bank of Springfield (217) 241-6218shollis@bankwithbos.com In the first quarter of 2024, Schyler Hollis, Commercial Lending Officer with Bank of Springfield, earned the Ambassador of the Quarter honor. Schyler attended 17 out of 17 ribbon cuttings, made eight member contacts, worked at three Chamber on Tap events, worked at one Coffee & Connections event, and attended three Ambassador committee meetings. Schyler will receive a gift certificate to a Chamber
Experience design, advocacy and fantasy through the work of UIS emerging artists
The University of Illinois Springfield Visual Arts Gallery presents “Inter | Action,” a group exhibition featuring works by an all-women roster of five visual arts students as they prepare to transition from student artists to emerging professionals.An opening reception will take place from 5:30 to 8 p.m. on April 25 in the gallery, located in the UIS Health and Sciences Building, 2295 William Maxwell Lane, Springfield, Room 201. The exhibition will be open to the public until May 9.Exhibiting artists
UIS part of a $25,000 National Endowment for the Humanities grant aimed at navigating AI
Date: April 17, 2024 Contact: Blake Wood, 217-206-6716 SPRINGFIELD – The University of Illinois Springfield College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is part of a $25,000 National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) grant aimed at helping public colleges and universities navigate the world of artificial intelligence. The funding was awarded to Miriam Wallace, dean of the UIS College of Liberal Arts and
Five to join the Samuel K. Gove Legislative Internship Hall of Fame at UIS
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: April 16, 2024 Contact: Blake Wood, 217-206-6716 SPRINGFIELD – The Samuel K. Gove Illinois Legislative Internship Hall of Fame at the University of Illinois Springfield will induct five new members during a ceremony at 7 p.m. on April 23 at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library in Springfield. Prior to the awards ceremony, a reception will be held at 6 p.m. This award honors former Illinois Legislative Staff
Snyder joins Hanson’s headquarters as project administrator
Keri Snyder, project administrator, recently joined Hanson Professional Services Inc.’s Springfield headquarters. She will assist project managers in all areas of the project process, including planning, startup, execution, monitoring and closeout, as well as the financial aspects, such as invoicing, budget reports and accounts receivable tracking. Snyder was previously the director of rehabilitation services and sports medicine for HSHS St. John’s Hospital. She received an associate degree in liberal
UIS unveils two new high-tech anatomage tables donated by Memorial Health
The University of Illinois Springfield and the University of Illinois Chicago College of Nursing Springfield Campus unveiled two new anatomage tables on April 15. The high-tech tables, donated by Memorial Health, let students fully visualize and learn about human anatomy layer by layer. The tool will be utilized by UIS students studying athletic training, biology and exercise science, as well as by UIC Nursing Springfield students. The technology enables users to visualize anatomy as they would on a
John Fidler to Retire May 2024
John Fidler, Assistant Vice President of Mortgage Lending at Heartland Credit Union, will retire in May 2024, after 22 years of service to the organization. During Fidler’s tenure, he has held the positions of Mortgage Loan Officer, Assistant Vice President of Mortgage Lending and Branch Manager of the facility on West White Oaks Drive. He has been active in the community, volunteering for Rotary Club of Springfield-South, Association of Mortgage Professionals (President, 2006-2008), Springfield Area
CWLP Awarded for Outstanding Safety Practices
Springfield, Ill.– City Water, Light and Power has earned the American Public Power Association’s Safety Award of Excellence for its Electric Division’s safe operating practices in 2023. The utility earned the Diamond Award in the category for utilities with 250,000 to 999,000 worker-hours annually along with 13 other utilities at the APPA’s Engineering & Operations Conference this week. “I am immensely proud of our City Water, Light and Power Electric Division for earning the prestigious Safety Award
Illinois Symphony Orchestra Announces Changes to the Opposites Attract Performances
The Illinois Symphony Orchestra announces that Music Director candidate Naomi Woo has withdrawn from the ISO’s Music Director search due to her recent appointments as Music Director of the National Youth Orchestra of Canada, Assistant Conductor of The Philadelphia Orchestra and Artistic Partner of the Orchestre Métropolitain Montréal as well as her growing international guest conducting career. The ISO is excited to welcome back Alejandro Gómez Guillén, now as a finalist for the Music Director position.
Ambassador Committee Member Spotlight - Brittany Clark
Brittany Clark Community Sourcing Strategist Hospital Sisters Health System (217) 492-2276 brittany.clark1@hshs.orgWhat products and services does your business offer? HSHS is a non-profit multi-institutional health care system comprised of 15 hospitals, scores of community-based health centers, and clinics, and more than 13,000 colleagues across IL and WI. HSHS provides high-quality, cost-effective, and compassionate health care for millions of people in Illinois and Wisconsin. Our health care
Joe Bonamassa Returns to the UIS Performing Arts Center - November 26th
Following the momentum from his U.S. Spring Tour and the ninth annual voyage of his KEEPING THE BLUES ALIVE AT SEA cruise, Joe Bonamassa has announced his U.S. Fall 2024 Tour, promising an extraordinary series of performances that underscore his unparalleled prowess and contribution to the blues-rock genre. Recognized globally as one of the most talented guitarists of his era and dubbed “the world's biggest blues guitarist” by Guitar World Magazine, Bonamassa continues to redefine blues-rock, bringing it
Family Services Center - Bags & Brews
Family Service Center is having its first fundraiser since 2019! Come and enjoy in the fun on 6/02/2024 from 12:00 - 5:00 pm for Bags and Brews! Capital City Cornhole will be hosting a bags tournament which includes placement winnings for Pros 1st and 2nd place plus Amateurs 1st and 2nd place. The event will be hosted at Buzz Bomb with food from Seoul 4 Soul along with music by Sun of Circumstances. Ticket prices will be $20 for the bags tournament only or $35 for the bags tournament, a food ticket, and a
Join HSHS St. John’s Children’s Hospital at the Little Miracles 5K Walk/Run
HSHS St. John’s Children’s Hospital is encouraging people of any age or ability to participate in the Little Miracles 5K Walk/Run. All proceeds from this event will go towards the ongoing needs of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at St. John’s. “The Little Miracles 5K offers an opportunity for friends, families and colleagues to come together while supporting a great cause,” said Mary Rogers, philanthropy specialist for HSHS St. John’s Foundation. “It is truly remarkable to witness the community
LLCC and Extension to host horticulture workshop for elementary teachers
Lincoln Land Community College and Illinois Extension are partnering to offer a Horticulture Institute for teachers of grades K-5 on June 25 and 26, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., in the Kreher Agriculture Center on the LLCC-Springfield campus, 5250 Shepherd Road. This two-day workshop will provide training on how to incorporate hands-on horticulture learning into classrooms. No green thumb is required. Participants will be able to get their hands dirty with hands-on activities about seed starting, plant cuttings,
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Awards Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce with 5-Star Accreditation
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has awarded The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce with its designation of Accredited with 5 Stars for its sound policies, effective organizational procedures, and positive impact on the community. This is the third time the Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce has achieved the 5-star accredited status. Local chambers are rated Accredited, 3-Stars, 4-Stars, or 5-Stars. State chambers are recognized as either Accredited State Chamber or Accredited State Chamber with
Volunteer Registration is Now Open for Memorial Health Championship Presented by LRS
Volunteer registration is now open for the Memorial Health Championship, a PGA TOUR sanctioned golf tournament at Panther Creek Country Club. Tournament officials announced that COUNTRY® Financial will continue to serve as the Official Sponsor of the volunteer program. The tournament is looking to recruit more than 400 volunteers to fill over 20 different committees at this year’s event scheduled for June 24 - 30. As the sponsor of the volunteer program, COUNTRY will support this dedicated team of people
LLCC offering free digital literacy classes for older adults
SPRINGFIELD — Lincoln Land Community College has partnered with AT&T to offer free digital literacy training classes throughout 2024 to help bridge the technological divide for older adults. A series of seven initial courses is available this spring. “The world has been moving toward more digital services and access, which has left many older adults feeling isolated, frustrated and socially excluded,” said Dr. Laurel Bretz, assistant vice president, continuing, corporate and professional education at
Register Now for the University of Illinois Springfield Spring Lunch & Learn Series
WHAT: The University of Illinois Springfield will hold four Lunch & Learn Series events this spring. The series is presented by the UIS Alumni SAGE Society and the Illinois State Historical Society.WHERE: Illini Country Club, 1601 Illini Rd., SpringfieldDETAILS: Feb. 16 – “French Illinois” Doors open at 9:30 a.m., program at 10 a.m. (free - no lunch served) Mark J. Wagner, professor of anthropology and director for the Center for Archaeological Investigations at Southern Illinois University Carbondale