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Springfield's Office of Planning and Economic Development launched its third Cannabis Grant Program round, offering up to $100,000 to minority-owned businesses and $25,000 to homeowners for exterior improvements, funded by cannabis sales tax.

Community leaders in Illinois are advocating for a Clean Slate Bill to automatically seal criminal records for minor offenses after time served to facilitate easier access to jobs and housing.

The Pleasant Plains girls basketball team captured their third Sangamo Conference title in four years with a victory over Petersburg PORTA/A-C Central, amidst other regional basketball successes.

The Illinois Springfield men's basketball team rallied from a first-half deficit to defeat Indianapolis 68-62, improving their season record to 12-12.

Justin Allgaier, after winning his first NASCAR Xfinity Series title, is eager for more success in the upcoming season, solidifying his status as a top driver with Brandt's backing.

Transforming Your Hobby into a Business: Crafting Your Business Plan

This event features a panel discussion and webinar focused on developing a comprehensive business plan to successfully transition a hobby into a profitable venture.

Annual Illinois Beef Expo 2025

The Illinois Beef Expo is a prominent annual cattle event in Springfield, featuring sales, a junior show, and a large industry trade show attended by numerous vendors.

31st Annual Boat Show - Springfield

The 31st Annual Boat Show features a variety of boat exhibitions and marine products, attracting an estimated 5,000 to 10,000 visitors at the Illinois State Fair Campground.

Springfield Boat Show

The Springfield Boat Show, held at the Illinois State Fairgrounds, is the largest boat show in Central Illinois, featuring a wide range of boats and marine products.

Springfield Boat Show 2025

The Boat Show in Springfield is Central Illinois' largest boat show, featuring various boats and marine accessories at the Illinois State Fairgrounds.

Ella Langley - Still Hungover Tour with Carter Faith

Ella Langley will perform as part of her Still Hungover Tour, featuring support from Carter Faith, in a standing room only concert.

Illinois Products Expo – A Culinary Showcase of Local Flavors

The Illinois Products Expo offers a weekend filled with free samples of local food, a variety of Illinois products, and opportunities for culinary discovery.

Terrain Sculpting Collective: Miniature Terrain Building Workshop

This program offers an interactive and educational opportunity for teens and adults to engage in miniature terrain building for wargaming and dioramas.

Leaving Your Legacy Workshop with Ken Mitchell

This workshop guides participants in recording family histories and life stories, drawing on the facilitator's personal experiences with his parents' narratives.

Maximizing Business Efficiency with Productivity Tools

This webinar offers strategies for effectively utilizing productivity tools to streamline workflows and enhance business efficiency.