Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of January.
Good morning, Springfield.
🎭 Culture
The Sangamon County Historical Society and the Sangamon Valley Collection are asking for women's baseball and softball items for an exhibit at the Sangamon County Complex in May; donations are accepted until Feb.
10 and those with artifacts are invited to call (217-753-4900).
🏛️ Government
Springfield Park District received a $600,000 OSLAD grant to revitalize Dreamland Park today.
The project will replace the playground, improve walking paths for disabled residents, and add a new fishing pier — set to enhance access for local families.
The Illinois Higher Education Board requested a 4.6% boost to its funding, seeking $2.7 billion for fiscal year 27 while Gov. Pritzker cut current-year education funding by $30.5 million — a move meant to address budget challenges.
The proposal now awaits review by the governor and lawmakers.
🏥 Health
Hospital Sisters Health System is using Eon Health’s AI platform to catch early lung cancer by reviewing radiologist notes in Springfield.
Carle Illinois College of Medicine is training future doctors to use AI tools to improve patient care.
Illinois will receive $193 million each year for five years to boost rural care for 1.9 million residents under the Rural Healthcare Transformation Program fund.
Providers warn the funding (a bandage measure) will not fully offset upcoming Medicaid cuts that could leave up to 360,000 beneficiaries without coverage.
🏈 Sports
UIS athletics is set for a busy week with home games for both women’s and men’s basketball, a softball doubleheader, tennis matches, and track & field sending athletes to Boston.
UIS will welcome its new flag football coach, Colin Wood, on Tuesday, Feb. 3 (an event that kicks off the new program).
The nationally known Monster X Tour will roar into downtown Springfield at the BOS Center on Saturday, Feb.
21, with performances at 1:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. The event features monster trucks racing, wheelie contests, and a pre-show pit party + driver meet-and-greet for fans.
Pleasant Plains improved its record to 19-0 after defeating Athens 60-25 in Sangamo conference play on Monday night.
The top-ranked team will travel Tuesday night to face Washington while Athens heads to Auburn on Thursday.
🎉 Springfield Events
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Kids Perler Bead Fun!
3-4 p.m. — Lincoln Library — Free event — Create your own fuse bead design or follow a template at this fun craft program for children and tweens.
Arctic Lego Build & Play
2-3 p.m. — Lincoln Library — Free entry — Create adorable arctic animals or imaginative creatures with Lego kits in a fun-filled afternoon.
PMP Exam Preparation Course
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Illinois State Fairground — Contact for pricing — Enhance your project management skills through a comprehensive 4-day workshop with certification guarantee.
Bath Bombs and Body Scrub Workshop
3:00-4:30 p.m. — Lincoln Library — Free entry — Create a thoughtful Valentine gift with handmade bath bombs and coffee body scrub in a fun, messy setting.
Super Bowl LX Celebration
5-10 p.m. — 5th Street GEM — In person — Enjoy an evening of football, snacks, and good vibes at the Super Bowl LX Party.
Foster Parent Information Session
6-7:30 p.m. — Monical's Pizza — Free entry — Discover how you can make a difference in a child's life by exploring foster parenting in a supportive environment.
Snow Tulips Paint Night with Ashley Blake
2-4 p.m. — Harvest Market — No cost mentioned — Enjoy a relaxed afternoon painting a winter scene of snow-covered tulips with guided instruction.
Stay & Play
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Lincoln Library — Free — Enjoy engaging activities and themed stations for toddlers and children every Thursday morning in February.
Stained Glass Hearts Crafting
3-4 p.m. — Lincoln Library — Free entry — Create beautiful stained glass hearts and other shapes in this fun craft program for children.
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