Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of March.
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🏘️ Community
Downtown Springfield will host the Saint Patrick's Day Parade (featuring local highlights) as community members celebrate this annual event.
🏈 Sports
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.
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.
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.
🎉 Springfield Events
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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.
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.
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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