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Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Clean Slate Advocates, a local nonprofit, offers free laundry services to those in need at All-In-One Laundry Services on South Grand Avenue—its facility processes over 5,000 loads in a day and served over 6,400 people in March while relying on community donations and a city grant. Executive Director Robert Frazier expects summer demand to increase. ABC 20
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Illinois State Police in Springfield used a $10 million grant from the Secretary of State’s office to fight vehicle theft and carjackings in the first quarter of 2025—recovering 243 stolen cars, making 34 arrests, and seizing 7 firearms. WCIA
- ➤ Attorney General Kwame Raoul charged Jacalyn Walker—an office manager from Carlinville aged 35—with theft of government property, wire fraud and official misconduct after she allegedly transferred $7,000 from a drug asset account. Her next court appearance is set for May 13 as the investigation by the Illinois State Police continues. ABC 20
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Illinois Secretary of State and state librarian Alexi Giannoulias has issued $1.3M in funding for school libraries statewide, with each district receiving at least $850—about 90 cents per student. The funds will support new books, e-books, audiobooks and technology for K-12 students. 25 News
- ➤ District 186’s school board voted to raise the weekly summer SCOPE fee from $125 to $155 per child—adding costs for families who use full-day care—after superintendent Jennifer Gill recommended the increase during Monday’s meeting. WYMG
- ➤ State Senator Doris Turner secured nearly $1 million from the Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program to create a construction trades education hub at Lanphier in Springfield — funding that will help students gain hands-on skills for stable careers. The Sangamon Reporter
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Springfield reopened the 400 block of East Adams Street for vehicles on April 22 after closing it due to a structure fire, and the north-side sidewalk remains closed until repairs are done. The move sets the stage for the Old Capitol Farmers Market to return—boosting downtown business. ABC 20
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Nyla Cooper was named GLVC Player of the Week after a strong Senior Day where she went 5-for-6, hit a home run, and drove in four runs. Her first weekly honor helped the Prairie Stars secure run-rule wins over William Jewell—boosting the UIS seniors’ performance. University of Illinois Springfield
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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International Carillon Festival
All day — Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon — Free entry — Experience a rare musical journey at one of the world's finest carillons in the heart of Springfield.
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