Make Heart Health Part of Your Self-Care Routine
(Family Features) Devoting a little time every day to care for yourself can go a long way toward protecting the health of your heart. Simple self-care, such as taking a moment to de-stress, giving yourself time to move more, preparing...
Easy Ways to Eat More Plants This Year
(Family Features) Plant-forward eating should be easy and delicious – and it can be. Rather than follow strict rules, simply add plant foods like fruits, vegetables, nuts, beans and grains to more meals throughout the day. Walnuts, for...
Add Mushrooms to Your Snacking Menu
(Family Features) Mix up your snacking habits with a more nutritious option to serve ahead of a meal or on its own. These Roasted Portobello Mushrooms with Beets and Goat Cheese are ready in just half an hour with only eight ingredients,...
The Springfield Area Arts Council is Pleased to Announce the Recipients of its 2021 COMMUNITY ARTS ACCESS Grants in Sangamon and Menard counties.
Community Arts Access grants are given in conjunction with the Illinois Arts Council Agency and the City of Springfield. The grants provide the opportunity for local arts agencies like the Springfield Area Arts Council to distribute state...
Springfield Author Teressa Shelton Donates Book Sales to Central Illinois Foodbank and Habitat for Humanity of Sangamon County
"The Sergeant's Daughter" (She Writes Press) is a coming of age memoir of courage, bravery, and perseverance. In the book, local author Teressa Shelton boldly recounts her life growing up with her two sisters, a verbally and physically abusive...
First Night Springfield
Central Illinois Foodbank Receives Generous Year-End Gift from Anonymous Donor
A $500,000 contribution from an anonymous donor has been awarded to Central Illinois Foodbank in Springfield. The gift will be used to address the growing need for food assistance throughout the Foodbank’s 21-county service area as a result...
Zara’s Collision Center Gives Away 2012 Nissan Altima
Mother-of-four Julisiana Olivarez has been scrambling to maintain a reliable vehicle for six months while juggling children’s medical appointments, getting to and from work, and incurring the cost of taxi and Uber rides. Thanks to the...
Comfort Food for Chilly Days
(Culinary.net) There’s almost nothing better than keeping warm and cozy on cold winter days. One thing that can help make staying indoors more enjoyable is delicious, warm, perfectly baked food. Casseroles are hearty options for cold, brisk...
Doing Good Together
Earlier this month, the YMCA of Springfield reduced operating hours at both of their facilities due to COVID mitigation. The reduction in hours also affected lap lane availability at Kerasotes. Arthur Steiner, Kerasotes Aquatics Director...
