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Aretha is a 2-year-old tabby—she relaxes on soft blankets and enjoys watching people in her quiet way. The Animal Protective League at 1001 Taintor Road in Springfield welcomes visitors to meet her daily from noon to 5 p.m.

More than one third of state lawmakers earned 100 percent on the IL Environmental Council scorecard, with 39 representatives and 25 senators receiving perfect marks on 16 environmental bills. The council noted a strong record of green votes—using measures like phasing out PFAS products and foam foodware—to track legislators' lifetime environmental scores.

UIS will host free Friday Night Star Parties from Sept. 5 to Oct. 24 at its observatory on the roof of Brookens Library where people will view Saturn, the moon, the Ring Nebula and star clusters like M13 and M15. Special events include 'Charlie's Night' on Sept. 5, a moon event on Oct. 3 and guided tours during Homecoming on Oct. 17—hosted by astronomy professor John Martin.

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