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...
5 Steps to Design a DIY Dream Closet
(Family Features) Whether you’re a stylist with an eye for fashion who chooses each garment carefully or the laid-back type who can rock the first outfit you find each morning, the closet provides a location for inspiration. Turning bland...
Award-Winning Outdoor Space Inspiration
(Family Features) Renovating your home’s outdoor spaces not only enhances the aesthetic but can also provide a host of recreational benefits. Taking a look at award-winning projects can help many homeowners draw inspiration while also...
Springfield Scene Magazine July/August 2021 Digital Issue
Springfield Scene Magazine 2021 Issue 4 (July/August) will be available at Barnes & Noble, The Corkscrew and our office at 1315 W. Lawrence Ave by July 27th. To download a digital copy complete the form below. In our 4th issue for 2021 we...
Installing Bathroom Tile Like a Pro
(Family Features) Updating the flooring can help infuse new life into tired, outdated bathrooms. For an upscale, polished look that doesn’t have to break the bank, consider installing tile flooring. Before you get started, you’ll want...
Springfield Scene Magazine Mar/Apr 2021 Digital Issue
Springfield Scene Magazine 2021 Issue 2 (Mar/Apr) is available at Barnes & Noble, The Corkscrew and our office at 1315 W. Lawrence Ave. To download a digital copy complete the form below. In our 2nd issue for 2021 we present: A profile...
Springfield Scene Magazine May/June 2021 Digital Issue
Springfield Scene Magazine 2021 Issue 3 (May/June) is available at Barnes & Noble, The Corkscrew and our office at 1315 W. Lawrence Ave. To download a digital copy complete the form below. In our 3rd issue for 2021 we present: Profiles...
Spruce Up for Spring: Fresh Ideas for Home Upgrades
Fresh ideas for home upgrades (Family Features) Spring means it’s time to start sprucing up your home and garden with a little TLC inside and out. If you’re unsure where to begin, consider these tips: Make function a priority. While...
Springfield Scene Magazine Mar/Apr 2021 Digital Issue
Springfield Scene Magazine 2021 Issue 2 (Mar/Apr) is available at Barnes & Noble, The Corkscrew and our office at 1315 W. Lawrence Ave. To download a digital copy complete the form below. In our 2nd issue for 2021 we present: A profile...
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...
Springfield Community Says Goodbye to the Y
November 25, 2020 from 3 PM, the YMCA of Springfield is saying goodbye to the Y. This is the final day for the old YMCA. The Y will be closing the doors at 701 S. 4th Street for the last time and getting ready for new beginnings at the...
