Friday, February 28th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Jersey Mike's Subs partners with four local charities for their 15th Annual March 'Month of Giving' campaign, aiming to surpass last year's $25 million national fundraising total. ABC 20
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Illinois Department of Transportation begins a $29.5 million expansion of the I-55 bridges over the Sangamon River to enhance safety, capacity, and prepare for future roadway expansions. ABC 20
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Illinois Springfield men's basketball team aims to rebound from recent losses in their final season games against William Jewell and Rockhurst, while celebrating Senior Day and setting a new three-pointer record. University of Illinois Springfield
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Maximizing Business Efficiency with Productivity Tools
This webinar offers strategies for effectively utilizing productivity tools to streamline workflows and enhance business efficiency.
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Shawn Colvin and Keb' Mo' Concert in Springfield
Award-winning artists Shawn Colvin and Keb' Mo' will perform at the UIS Performing Arts Center.
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Building Business Credit Workshop
The workshop explores the impact of personal and business credit on companies, how lenders evaluate creditworthiness, and provides strategies for establishing robust business credit.
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Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show in Springfield, IL
Experience an interactive comedy murder mystery dinner show while enjoying a fantastic meal, where you may find yourself as a prime suspect in the unfolding mystery.
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Puzzling Adventures Scavenger Hunt in Springfield, IL
This event is a unique blend of scavenger hunt, adventure race, and self-guided walking tour designed for individuals and groups of all ages.
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Credit Repair Workshop
This workshop offers guidance on how to fix bad credit by disputing errors on reports and understanding the impact of credit on loans and employment.
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Discover How to Build a Business That Aligns with Your Goals
This webinar led by FranNet CEO Jania Bailey will explore strategies for selecting a business model that fits your individual vision, values, and lifestyle while emphasizing work-life balance.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Sam Altman
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