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Sunday, March 15th, 2026
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Springfield will host the Saint Patrick's Day Parade (featuring local highlights) as community members celebrate this annual event. The State Journal-Register
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UIS senior runner Madelyn Miller-Ross earned First Team All-American honors (with a record 16:22.49 in the 5,000 meters) at the NCAA Division II Indoor Track & Field Championships in Virginia Beach Friday evening, marking the first time a UIS woman received this honor. University of Illinois Springfield
- ➤ Local organizers announced a Pickleball Bootcamp plus a series of community events coming to Springfield this week. The bootcamp will offer instruction and friendly competition at a local park, and more details will be shared by organizers soon. 25 News
- ➤ UI computer science professor Sheldon Jacobson advises building your bracket by starting with the Final Four as he notes that lower seeds often cause upsets. He launched BracketOdds to offer math-driven tips for the tournament. WYMG
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Candlebox in Concert
7-11 p.m. — Boondocks — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary Seattle rockers Candlebox live during their Can't Quit You Tour.
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Chunky Blanket Making Class with Jayme
2:30-5:30 p.m. — B's Creative Studio — $75.00 — Learn the art of hand knitting as you create your own cozy chunky blanket while making new friends.
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Toddler Time Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Lincoln Library — Free entry — Enjoy songs, stories, and activities that foster language skills for toddlers.
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