Good morning, Springfield.

At the Jacksonville ISD regional on Saturday, the Springfield Co-op won the team title — beating Civic Memorial 126.5 to 125.5 — as local teams competed closely.

The top four teams will advance to sectionals next Friday at North Mac.

Local community members can vote every hour for the State Journal-Register’s athlete of the week contest today — voting is available on its website.

MacArthur head coach Terise Bryson and guard Damonte Phillips said the Generals beat Webster Groves 69-58 at the Bank of O’Fallon Shootout on Saturday (Feb.

7), marking a strong team effort in a competitive game.

Lincoln coach Neil Alexander reached his 1,000th win on Saturday, Feb.

7 when his team beat Lanphier at Roy S. Anderson Gymnasium. The milestone marks nearly 50 years of his career and joins him with Illinois’ top high school basketball coaches.

Morton defeated East Peoria to claim sole possession of first place in the Mid-Illini boys' standings, and Washington will face Morton Tuesday in a winner-take-all match for the Mid-Illini girls' title.

Springfield High reclaimed the CS8 boys swimming title at Eisenhower Pool on Saturday, Feb.

7 — senior Riley Herr and junior Oliver Havey won individual events, and senior diver Andrew Kotner broke the school record in the one meter event.

Former Springfield right-handed pitcher Esteban Hernandez signed a minor league contract with the Atlanta Braves on Feb.

3 and joined the FCL Braves on Feb. 4. The UIS standout posted a 6-0 record last season and continues a local tradition of advancing to the pros.

On Feb. 7, the Rochester Rockets overcame a 15-point halftime deficit to beat Williamsville in the Foot and Ankle Center of Illinois Game of the Week.

Coach Tony Gavin & sophomore Khordell Gregory credited team spirit for the comeback win.

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.

Illinois Product Expo 2026

10 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Orr Building — $10 for wine tasting — Explore local flavors and indulge in wine from 14 Illinois wineries.

Toddler Time at Lincoln Library

10:30-11:00 a.m. — Lincoln Library — Free entry — Move, learn, and play with stories, songs, and activities tailored for toddlers and their caregivers.