The Importance of Voter Registration List Maintenance
By Bill Stokes, Publisher We all want free and fair elections and maintaining the voter registration list of eligible voters is one way to ensure we can be confident in the results. We asked Sangamon County Clerk, Don Grey what they do to maintain the voter lists. ...
Kathy Johnson – U.S. Diplomat (Retired)
By Cinda Klickna During Kathy Johnson’s career as a U.S. diplomat, she served on four continents and moved fifteen times. She dealt with a wide range of issues—from political negotiations at the embassy in...
Jim Wilson Interiors Celebrates 40 Years of Elevated Design
The 40th anniversary of Jim Wilson Interiors is a momentous occasion to reflect on the legacy of excellence in interior design that Jim Wilson has cultivated in Springfield and beyond. Since its inception in August 1984 at the Caterbury House on South Second Street,...
Artscene – The Muni – by Gus Gordon
By Gus Gordon Labor Day 2024 has come and gone, and that means that kids are back in school, those swimsuits have been stored in the closet, and the Muni has wrapped up another successful season under the stars. Muni has been a Springfield tradition for almost 75...
The Portuguese Rodeo Clown Company – October 18-19, 2024 @ Hoogland
The Portuguese Rodeo Clown Company IS BACK! BUY TICKETS HERE 5 actors take the stage and perform a night of comedy with NO SCRIPT. They only have your suggestions from the audience. The Portuguese Rodeo Clown Company will create a dozen...
Illinois Innocence Project Defenders of the Innocent event to feature stories told by exonerees through their work with nationally acclaimed speaker
WHAT: The Illinois Innocence Project (IIP) at the University of Illinois Springfield will hold its annual Defenders of the Innocent fundraising event featuring personal stories shared by exonerees James Kluppelberg, Marilyn Mulero and Brian...
Little Black Dress Gala – August 23, 2024 – Crown Plaza
Photos by Paul Turner Little Black Dress Gala
Simple, Flavorful Fall Dessert
(Family Features) If your family’s taste buds have grown tired of apple-inspired fall desserts, simply look toward another quintessential autumn flavor: pumpkin. Quick and easy to prepare using a spice cake mix that provides all the...
Listen LIVE to your Illinois Symphony Orchestra with our First Time Season Ticket Offer!
From crowd-pleasing Pops concerts to world-class artists including violinist Braimeh Kanneh-Mason, 2022 Van Cliburn Medal Winner Anna Geniushene and rising star Aristo Sham, the artistry of the Illinois Symphony Orchestra will shine. We are...
Mayor’s Awards for the Arts Nomination Deadline Extended to October 11
The Springfield Area Arts Council (SAAC) and City of Springfield is calling on the community to take action—nominations for the Mayor’s Awards for the Arts have been extended to October 11, 2024, offering a final opportunity to honor...
Attract Backyard Birds with the Right Seeds
(Family Features) While almost all bird seed may look pretty much the same to you, it doesn’t to the birds you’re feeding. Knowing what kinds of seeds different birds like can help you attract a variety of fine feathered friends to your...
Scott Hanson, host of the NFL Network’s Red Zone, To Be Keynote Speaker
During the NFL season, Scott Hanson is the NFL Network's Red Zone host. The former WICS-TV/Channel 20 sportscaster will be back in Springfield Monday, April 15 to be the keynote speaker at the Fellowship of Christian Athletes Banquet. Paul...
Trendy Takes on Kitchen and Bath Design
(Family Features) Designing a new home, remodeling your own or simply rethinking aesthetics and decor all require a little imagination and a lot of inspiration. A quick online search brings up hundreds if not thousands of thoughtful ways...
2024 Springfield Sports Hall of Fame Inductees
The 32nd Springfield Sports Hall of FameInduction Ceremony WHEN: February 19, 2024 - Doors open at 5:00 p.m. WHERE: BOS Center (Bank of Springfield Center) in downtown Springfield TICKETS: $50 ($25 for Hall of Fame members) - Call Lesa Schaive at (217) 529-0008 for...
The City of Springfield Pet Adoption Event!
With the holiday season drawing near, we extend an invitation for you to join us in spreading warmth and happiness. Open your hearts and homes to a furry friend in search of love. The City of Springfield is partnering with Sangamon County...
6 Tips for Hosting a Game Day Gathering
(Family Features) Bats and helmets, sticks and pucks, a goal and a ball – whether your favorite sport takes place on a field or a pitch, the ice or the hardwood, true fans get a kick out of hosting their fellow supporters to watch the...
Andre Iguodala, Four Time NBA Champion – Retires
Springfield native and Lanphier High School alum Andre Iguodala recently announced his retirement after 19 seasons in the NBA. Paul Wappel, who writes feature articles for Springfield Scene Magazine, interviewed the four time NBA champion and...
The “Muttcracker” Comes to Springfield
The Springfield Youth Performance Group (SYPG) is proud to partner with WILD Canine Rescue to bring the “Muttcracker” to Springfield. The “Muttcracker” is a popular social media campaign among the dance community and local animal shelters to...
Calming Color: Design inspiration for a comforting, relaxing home
(Family Features) Updating your home can provide the perfect opportunity to explore new design styles or refresh living spaces with a new color scheme. In fact, a coat of paint can help set the mood for entire rooms in your home. By turning to...
5 Tips for Keeping Pets Pest-Free
(Family Features) Naturally curious, many pets sniff and explore other animals and objects, unaware they may expose themselves to potentially harmful parasites and conditions. According to the Companion Animal Parasite Council, 1 in 100...
