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...
Springfield Scene Magazine Issue 5 – Sep/Oct 2022 Digital Issue
Springfield Scene Magazine 2022 Issue 5 September/October digital version is available to download. In our 5th issue for 2022 we present: Diane Rutledge Damien Kaplan Other Features: HomeScene - An Executive Luxury Home Events and more... To...
Living Color: On-trend hues reflect comforting lifestyle design
(Family Features) Upgrading your home design is an opportunity to tap into new color schemes. Knowing what shades are trendy and how different hues can work together for a cohesive design is an important step in creating an attractive design...
A TableScape Celebration
“A TableScape Celebration” event was held August 26-28 at Washington Park Conservatory Exhibit Hall. The event, sponsored by the Springfield Garden Club, featured inspirational table settings by 24 members and special community guests. Those...
Hummingbird Feeding in Slow Motion
I was able to capture this video in slow motion....Hope you enjoy it as much as I do! Miriam Stokes
Keeping Pets Safe in the Garden
Keeping Pets Safe in the Garden (Family Features) If you have pets that enjoy spending time outdoors, it’s important to make sure your yard is a safe place for them to be. Consider these hazards that can negatively impact the well-being of...
NASCAR Xfinity Series Driver Justin Allgaier
Riverton native and current NASCAR Xfinity Series driver Justin Allgaier took time out of his busy schedule and was in Springfield recently to help support a fundraiser for the Educational Center for the Visually Impaired (ECVI) which was also a celebration of Evelyn...
Abe’s Amble 2022
The Springfield Road Runner's Club produced their annual 10K / 5K event at the Illinois State Fair. Race Director Carrie Ward with her army of volunteers put together a successful event for about 500 participants.Click Here For Photos of the...
Top Tips to Get Ready to Run
(Family Features) You’ve made the decision to get in shape, and whether your goal is a full marathon or simply a few laps around the neighborhood, there are a few steps to consider taking before you strap on those shoes and head toward...
Springfield Scene Magazine Issue 4 – July/August 2022 Digital Issue
Springfield Scene Magazine 2022 Issue 4 July/August is available this July 29th at Barnes & Noble, The Corkscrew and our office at 1315 W. Lawrence Ave. To download a digital copy complete the form below. In our 4th issue for 2022 we...
Unexpected Spaces: Surprising home upgrade ideas
(Family Features) Not all great things come in big packages, and home upgrades are an example of the truth in this wisdom. Unexpected, smaller spaces may not get the same attention as high-traffic areas like kitchens, bathrooms and...
