Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance Launches Thrive Ally Program to Help Potential & New Residents Get Connected
The Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance has launched a new Thrive Ally program to help potential relocators and new residents moving to the area get connected to the community and local resources through trained community advocates....
LLCC Foundation Hosts LLCC Giving Day Feb. 23, 2020
Image by Oberholster Venita from Pixabay The Lincoln Land Community College Foundation will hold a one-day fundraising event, LLCC Giving Day, on Tuesday, Feb. 23. Alumni, students, faculty, staff and friends of LLCC are welcome and encouraged...
UIS’ Celebration of Philanthropy event to honor Mark and Julie Staley for Outstanding Advocate Leadership
The University of Illinois Springfield will honor Mark and Julie Staley of Springfield with the University of Illinois Foundation’s William E. Winter Award for Outstanding Advocate Leadership during a virtual Celebration of Philanthropy. The...
Two LLCC Students Featured in St. Louis art exhibit
Lincoln Land Community College students Maria Kelarestaghi of Virden and Margaret Miller of Jacksonville will have their artwork featured in “Varsity Art XXV,” a multi-media exhibition featuring original artwork by regional artists from...
Lucky Mint Brownie Perfection
(Culinary.net) How lucky you must be to come across this recipe just in time for St. Patrick’s Day. This one is a twisted combination of mint and sweet chocolate that’s sure to have almost anyone’s taste buds screaming “yum.” This dessert...
Winter wellness: 3 Expert Tips to Boost Overall Health
(BPT) - As we head into the chillier months, the winter season brings simple pleasures such as hot cocoa, holiday music and cozy nights by the fireplace. However, the hustle and bustle of the season can also take a toll on your...
Spring Break Run 5k/10k
Spring Break Run 5k/10k March 20, 2021 - Springfield Illinois Join us for the Spring Break Run 5k/10k held at the well know Engrained Brewery in Legacy Point. This is a walk friendly 5k/10k that will use the Interurban Trial as the route for an out and back running...
Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Illinois Partners with Local Businesses for Free Lunch Distributions
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Illinois (BGCCIL) will be hosting two newly scheduled food distributions facilitated by local businesses, Subway and Aztca Mexican Grill. On Saturday, Jan. 23, two local Subway stores will be donating a...
3 Ways Being a Label Reader Helps Protect People and the Planet
(BPT) - We’ve all seen people reading the labels of food, beverage and supplement packaging to look at the ingredients and nutrition facts — chances are you have, too. More than ever, shoppers are looking at labels to make sure products match...
Fresh Ideas for Making Cooking at Home Easier
(BPT) - With family members on different schedules, virtual learning in full swing and working from home showing no signs of slowing, it’s challenging to have meals and snacks ready when hunger strikes. And when time is short and your crew is...
