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Friday, April 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On April 17, Springfield Catholic Charities announced it will host its Annual Fundraiser on Saturday, May 3 from 5:00 to 8:30 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall at 2200 Meadowbrook Rd. in Springfield, aiming to support 100 years of service with tickets priced at $50 per person — $350 for a table of eight. WMAY
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in the Midwest fell last week to an average of $3.01 per gallon on Monday, down from $3.10 the previous week—prices are about 5.1% lower than the national average and 3% below what they were a year ago. The prices also increased 11 cents since last month. The State Journal-Register
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Illinois Department of Transportation said the $2.7 million J-turn intersection project at U.S. 51 and Leafland Street in Assumption will begin on April 21—weather permitting. The new design requires drivers to turn right then make a U-turn and will affect traffic during construction. ABC 20
- ➤ The Illinois House approved a pared-down Right to Play bill on April 9 that will let high school athletes join up to two non-school events each season with only school consent—overriding part of the previous IHSA rule—and the bill now awaits Senate action. 25 News
- ➤ State lawmakers are considering a bill this spring that would require insurance companies to document how climate change impacts premiums—aiming to improve consumer notification and data collection. The measure passed the House with a 75-38 vote and will be discussed by the Senate on April 29. 25 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Sangamon County Sheriff’s Office has partnered with the Drug Enforcement Administration to host a free medication disposal event at 2833 South Grand Avenue on Saturday, April 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.—the effort is part of the national Prescription Drug Take Back Day to help prevent drug misuse. The Sangamon Reporter
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The UIS baseball team will host Rockhurst in its final home series this week—adjusting the schedule to doubleheaders at 12:00 p.m. on Thursday and today at the UIS Baseball Field due to forecasted weather. The team, which has won 10 straight GLVC games, will honor its 21 seniors after today's second game. University of Illinois Springfield
TRAVEL NEWS
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LinkedIn for Entrepreneurs: Get Your Brand Out There
10 a.m. — SCORE Springfield Illinois — Free — Discover how to use LinkedIn to enhance your business networking and marketing efforts.
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Starting Your Own Business
9:30 a.m. — SCORE Springfield Illinois — Free entry — Gain essential knowledge and confidence to launch your business with planning, setup, and financing tips.
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Lawn Mower Clinic
Get your lawn mower ready for the season! The Springfield Jaycees will service push mowers that are in working condition (Must be able to start prior to servicing and we will start it with you at pick up) for $65.
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Financing Your Business: Loans, Capital, And Financial Visibility
12:30 p.m. — SCORE Springfield Illinois — Free entry — Explore funding options and strategies to secure capital for sustainable business growth.
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Illinois Symphony Orchestra Concert
7:30 PM - 12:30 AM — UIS Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of classical music featuring Ravel and Shostakovich performed by the Illinois Symphony Orchestra.
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Milkweed Giveaway
8 a.m. - 10 a.m. — Washington Park — Free — Celebrate local pollinators with a milkweed giveaway and learn about planting pollinator gardens.
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~ Theodore Roosevelt
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