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Monday, May 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 5th of May.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Southern Illinois University School of Medicine was awarded R1 status by the Carnegie Foundation last winter for its high research spending and more than 100 active doctoral programs—earning it a place among only six top research institutions in Illinois. The school celebrated this milestone on April 30. WMAY
- ➤ Lincoln Land Community College is offering a free Introduction to Health Care Professions class for 18-24-year-olds this summer and fall to help them learn about careers like nursing, radiography and surgical technology. The summer session runs from June 9 to July 29 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and the fall session runs from Aug. 23 to Dec. 17 on Fridays from noon to 4 p.m. — participants get free tuition, books, uniforms and transportation help. The Sangamon Reporter
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Springfield’s City Water Light and Power celebrates Drinking Water Week, May 4—10, with social media prize drawings and updates on water system improvements to protect Lake Springfield. The utility said its 2024 Water Quality Report confirmed that treated water met all federal and state standards as contaminant levels stayed well below allowed limits. WMAY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UIS lost the GLVC Championship game 2-1 to UIndy on Sunday. UIndy's two late runs gave it its fourth title—UIS now awaits its NCAA DII Tournament selection on Monday at 9:00 a.m. CT. University of Illinois Springfield
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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Capital City Biathlon & 5K
6:00-10:30 a.m. — Danenberger Family Vineyards — Register online for entry fee — Test your endurance with a mini-biathlon and 5K run.
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Levitt AMP Springfield 2025 Season
Ten free concerts in downtown Springfield thanks to the Levitt Foundation, PNC Bank, Springfield Area Arts Council & many local partners! Bring your friends, family, dogs, chairs, and picnics or order from the many food trucks and enjoy free, live music every Thursday, May 29 - July 31 on the lawn in front of the Governor's Mansion.
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Lick Creek & Folsom Prison Five Concert
6 p.m. — The Stadium Smokehouse Bar and Grill — Enjoy great food and cold Coors Light while listening to live country and classic hits.
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Dementia Caregiving 101: Nutrition and Activities
2-4 p.m. — Lincoln Library — Free entry — Learn about brain nutrition and meaningful activities for individuals with memory loss in this comprehensive caregiver support program.
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