
John Crist: The Emotional Support Tour October 21, 2023 @ UISPAC
Crist is one of today’s fast-rising stand-up comedians, with more than one billion video views, over five million fans on social media and sold-out shows from coast to coast. To meet growing demand, the comedian and internet phenomenon...

3 Steps Toward a Healthier Heart
(Family Features) All aspects of health are important, but heart health is a crucial component of overall well-being. Heart disease is the leading cause of death among Americans but it doesn’t need to be – lifestyle choices play a key...

LLCC announces $500,000+ gift from Roland Machinery Co. of Springfield
Lincoln Land Community College today announced a major gift from Roland Machinery Co. of Springfield to LLCC’s new diesel technologies program. The college has named the diesel technologies lab and classroom in honor of the Roland family. “We are here to celebrate the...

Sweeten the Holiday Season with Deliciously Creamy Desserts
(Family Features) Once the table is cleared and gifts are put away, it’s often time for one of the favorite moments of holiday gatherings. The taste (and smell) of those divine desserts you may only make once a year is enough to keep...

Set Children Up for Day Care Success: 6 ways parents can prep little ones for child care
(Family Features) Long days of school, first trips to day care or even a return from a period of at-home care can be difficult or downright nerve-wracking for parents and children alike. This new adventure can bring challenges from keeping...

Concordia Village Men’s Choir Connects Through Song
“Music, whether performing or listening, always brings back fond memories,” says Claus Bacher, who volunteers as the director of the Men’s Choir at Concordia Village, a Lutheran Senior Services Life Plan Community in Springfield, Illinois. The...

Quick, Easy Recipes to Add to Your Dinner Rotation: Simple, nutritious meals to make more time for family
(Family Features) Making time for meals together can have a positive impact on the well-being of families, including children and adolescents. In fact, regular meals at home can help reduce stress and boost self-esteem, according to...

Are you ready to symphony? Join your Illinois Symphony Orchestra this season!
Adventure abounds as the Illinois Symphony Orchestra (ISO) takes you on an exhilarating musical journey! From Tchaikovsky’s fiery Fourth Symphony to Prokofiev's vibrant Third Piano Concerto, to the zany tunes from your favorite animated...

Spencer Theatre presents Nightfall with Edgar Allan Poe October 12-14, 2023 @ Hoogland
Edgar Allan Poe stands alone in the flickering darkness of his mind, trying desperately to convince himself - and us - that he's not mad. The spell he weaves brings us a highly theatrical adaptation of four tales Poe himself considered his...

Brunch Board with a Twist
(Family Features) Few things go together like the weekend and brunch. Whether that means gathering with family, friends or a combination of both, it’s the perfect time to slow down and bring your loved ones together for a lighthearted meal....