Springfield
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Thursday, March 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Arrowroot Coffee Lounge, founded by Jacob Dinardo, is set to open in Springfield's downtown, aiming to become a community hub with a focus on sustainability and locally sourced ingredients. Capitol City Now
- ➤ West-bound Cook Street in Springfield will be detoured starting Thursday due to water main extension work, with closures lasting several days. WYMG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A judge is set to resolve a funding dispute between Sangamon County and the Veterans Assistance Commission regarding a $1.2-million request for veterans' services. WAND-TV
- ➤ Ward 10 Alderman Ralph Hanauer discusses the approved intergovernmental agreement on Route 66 and time-limited options for the closure of the City Water, Light and Power (CWLP) ash pond in Springfield, IL. Capitol City Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Physician assistants in Illinois rally at the state capitol advocating for legislation to enhance healthcare access by eliminating practice restrictions. ABC 20
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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Central Illinois RV & Camping Show 2025
The Central Illinois RV & Camping Show will take place over three days, showcasing various RVs and camping gear at the Bank of Springfield Center.
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Midwest Toy and Comic Fest
The Midwest Toy and Comic Fest features over 100 vendor booths, food trucks, celebrity guests, a silent charity auction, and various contests and panels.
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