
Central Illinois Foodbank Thanksgiving Distribution
Thanksgiving Meals Serve Nearly 2,000 Households in Springfield SPRINGFIELD Nov. 26 – Thanksgiving came early for families and seniors across Springfield, as nearly 2,000 households received food boxes and prepared holiday meals as part of a large-scale community...

CAMP CARE-A-LOT: LSCA’s newest program
Lake Springfield Christian Assembly (LSCA) Celebrates Milestones, Highlights Transformational Vision SPRINGFIELD, IL – Nearly 70 attendees gathered this past weekend for Lake Springfield Christian Assembly’s (LSCA) GROW Project Awareness Celebration, marking a...

Thanksgiving Distribution – Central Illinois Foodbank
WHO: Central Illinois Foodbank WHAT: Central Illinois Foodbank will host a Thanksgiving distribution at 1937 E. Cook St., Springfield, IL 62703. The Foodbank will distribute turkeys, apples, broccoli, pumpkin pie, blocks of cheese and Thanksgiving-themed boxes of dry...

LLCC Names New Athletics Director
Lincoln Land Community College has named Diana Couch of Titusville, Florida, as its new athletics director. She replaces Ron Riggle, who retired in August. Couch comes to LLCC with experience in coaching women’s basketball and serving as the...

LLCC Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society installs new officers
The Alpha Epsilon Kappa chapter of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society at Lincoln Land Community College held its fall induction ceremony Oct. 23 in the Trutter Center on the Springfield campus. The event formally recognized 37 new chapter members with a ceremony and...

Haunting Home Decor: Creative indoor Halloween decoration ideas
(Family Features) From eerie jack-o-lanterns and creepy cobwebs to skeletons, faux bats and ghosts, there are many classic Halloween decorations that can help give your home a scary seasonal makeover. Take your seasonal decor beyond the black...

Who will hold the baton in the ISO’s Celebrity Conductor Challenge?
Six Springfield community leaders compete for the chance to step onto the podium to conduct the Illinois Symphony Orchestra at the Holiday Pops in the Heartland concert on Friday, December 13, 2024, at the UIS Performing Arts Center in Springfield, Illinois. This...

Hurricane Diane – UIS Theatre November 1-3 & 7-9, 2024 @ UISPAC
by Madeleine George Directed by Missy Thibodeaux-Thompson Scenic Design and Technical Direction by Dathan Powell Lighting Design by Craig Steenerson Costume Design by Cheyenne Flores BUY TICKETS HERE “Meet Diane, a permaculture gardener...

New Master Plan for Downtown Springfield & the Medical District
Bold New Master Plan for Downtown Springfield and Mid-Illinois Medical District Completed Springfield community invited to open house highlighting the major elements of the plan SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The City of Springfield, in collaboration...

City Parks Impact Property Values
Researched and written using 4th generation AI Tools The impact of city parks on property values is well-documented and generally positive. You will often see sellers use their proximity to a park as a...

On-Trend Home Designs for 2022
((Family Features) A home design that blends multiple elements seamlessly can be both inviting and visually interesting. If you’re planning to upgrade your living space in 2022, consider incorporating materials like stone and brick,...

Clean Heat: Stay Warmer with Clean Energy
Stay warmer with clean energy (Family Features) Winter is a perfect time to think about renovations that bring coziness and warmth to your home. For homeowners who live off the natural gas line, propane is an earth-friendly option that...

Remodel with Universal Design in Mind
Family Features) Local code ensures new construction homes and renovation projects reflect the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Universal design, on the other hand, does more than make living spaces more accessible for...

Give Your Porch a Winter Makeover
(Family Features) With frigid weather and gloomy days, adding some charm and pizazz to your front porch can seem like a lost cause during the winter months. However, there are a few ways to bring a fresh, chic feel to your porch that...

Springfield Scene Magazine Issue 6 November December 2021 Digital Issue
Springfield Scene Magazine 2021 Issue 6 - November / December will be available at Barnes & Noble, The Corkscrew and our office at 1315 W. Lawrence Ave before Thanksgiving. To download a digital copy complete the form below. In our 6th...

Take a Room-by-Room Approach to Renovations
(Family Features) When your home needs updating in multiple spaces, you may find yourself wondering where to begin. Prioritizing the rooms you use most and those in the greatest need of attention can allow you to work through your renovation at...

Get Growing with an Urban Garden
(Family Features) Urban living and lush gardens aren’t as mutually exclusive as one might assume. In fact, it’s possible to cultivate thriving gardens in even the smallest spaces. The first step toward creating a successful small garden space...

5 Tips to Safely Celebrate Halloween with Your Pets
5 Tips to Safely Celebrate Halloween with Your Pets (Family Features) Whether heading to a party, celebrating on social media or greeting little ghouls and goblins at home, getting the entire family – including the four-legged family members –...

Springfield Scene Magazine Issue 5 September/October 2021 Digital Issue
Springfield Scene Magazine 2021 Issue 5 -September/October will be available at Barnes & Noble, The Corkscrew and our office at 1315 W. Lawrence Ave on Sept 29th. To download a digital copy complete the form below. In our 5th issue for...

3 Rooms Perfect for Adding Focal Points
(Family Features) You don’t have to be a design expert to create an inviting living space, but with some simple tricks, you can create a home that looks like it’s been styled by a pro. One way to make a room feel more inviting and comfortable...