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Monday, May 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 12th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Illinois Department of Agriculture said the Illinois Product Farmers Market will begin its 18th season this Thursday, May 15, from 3:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at The Shed on the Illinois State Fairgrounds. Visitors will enjoy Illinois-made food, live music, prize drawings and family activities — with events planned every Thursday through September 25. WMAY
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Part of I-55 southbound near milepost 99 in Springfield was closed after troopers responded at 2 p.m. on Sunday to a single-vehicle crash where a white SUV ran off the road and hit a metal guardrail, and the fire department and EMS remain on scene as the investigation continues. WCIA
- ➤ One lane is closed on I-55 southbound near milepost 99 after an SUV went off the road and hit a guardrail — emergency responders arrived just after 2 p.m. — and firefighters and EMS are working on the scene. WAND-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On May 20, the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum will host film historian Mark S. Reinhart at 6:30 p.m. in the Union Theater to discuss Lincoln’s film portrayals — advance registration is required and signed copies of his book will be available afterward. WMAY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ University of Illinois Springfield Continuing and Professional Education will offer four summer camps for high school students to learn about public policy, environmental science, reading strategies, and artificial intelligence. The camps, which run from June 16—July 10 with fees from $99 to $249, will provide hands-on learning experiences on campus and at outdoor locations. The Sangamon Reporter
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. JB Pritzker signed an executive order on May 7 that stops state agencies from collecting or sharing autism-related data except when strictly required by law (to ensure informed consent) in response to a federal effort to build an autism research database. Local groups supporting autism rights in Springfield have expressed their approval of the order. The State Journal-Register
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Senior women's tennis star Carmen Llopis Fabra was named Jimmy John's Athlete of the Month for April—she won all five singles matches and four of five doubles matches with her teammate. Her strong play helped her move up in the ITA rankings and earned her a spot on the All-GLVC First Team despite UIS struggling in team play. University of Illinois Springfield
- ➤ Williamsville goalie Lilly Johns has made 450 saves and 45 shutouts in 89 games and will join Western Illinois University to play soccer while improving her strong technique — the Springfield area girls soccer playoffs begin on Friday, May 16 and continue through Tuesday, May 27 with several regional matchups scheduled. The State Journal-Register
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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Springfield Watch & Clock Show and Sale
11 AM – 2 PM — Casey's Pub — Admission details not provided — Explore a variety of watches and clocks at this community-sponsored event.
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Friends of the Farmers Market Brunch
1:30-3:30 p.m. — Union Square Park — Celebrate local agriculture with delicious farm-to-table dishes and community vibes.
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Sangamon County Fair
7 p.m. — Sangamon County Fairgrounds — Family-friendly fun — Experience a Midwestern tradition with concerts, rides, and animals as you kick off the summer.
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