Springfield
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Wednesday, April 1st, 2026
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Springfield offers five weekend events, including a free Dana-Thomas House tour at 10 a.m. Saturday, an Easter egg drive-thru at 9 a.m. Saturday, wine tasting at 4 p.m. Saturday, a $7 concert Friday, and a beginner crochet class at 9 a.m. Saturday. The State Journal-Register
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Illinois stores have updated hours for Easter Sunday, April 5; many retailers like Ace Hardware and Home Depot will be open while Macy's and Target will be closed, so shoppers should call ahead for local details. The State Journal-Register
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Illinois House is considering a bill that would require districts to add Latin American history to social studies classes next school year. Lawmakers plan to provide materials and training (to support a broader understanding of Latino contributions) while some worry there is not enough time for teacher preparation. WYMG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Illinois DCFS will begin Child Abuse Prevention Month tomorrow with a pinwheel planting ceremony and press conference at HSHS St. John’s Hospital Pavilion — elected officials and child welfare advocates will stress safe, nurturing homes through statewide events. WYMG
- ➤ CWLP won first place at the Illinois Section of the American Water Works Association District 3 taste test on Mar. 31, qualifying the utility for a statewide competition in April — judges praised the water’s clarity, taste, and odor. WMAY
- ➤ State Sen. Doris Turner (D-Springfield) proposed a bipartisan measure to create the Capital Area Tourism Authority, which could expand the BOS Center and build a downtown hotel using hotel revenue—with no new taxes for Springfield residents—and a subject matter hearing is scheduled for Thursday. WYMG
- ➤ State Sen. Doris Turner filed Senate Bill 3499 to form a Capital Area Tourism Authority that will manage a new downtown hotel linked to the Bank of Springfield Center and expand its event space — the bill goes to the Senate Revenue Committee on Thursday while officials plan further actions. WMAY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dietitian Erin Zepp is hosting a class at Memorial Wellness Center to show how side dishes can be made healthier by adding proteins and colorful vegetables (an easy way to boost nutrition) for upcoming meals. WYMG
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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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