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Sunday, May 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Little Miracles 3k/5k Fun Run/Walk will be held on Saturday, June 21st at Washington Park Pavilion in Springfield—sponsored by CEFCU to support the neonatal intensive care unit at HSHS St. John’s Children’s Hospital. Participants of all ages can win medals and prizes while registration—including a t-shirt cut-off on June 4th—is open. WYMG
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Springfield officials warn residents not to open their doors for individuals falsely claiming to represent CWLP and offer energy savings (door-to-door sales require a peddler’s license) as recent reports indicate these scams are targeting homeowners. WYMG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State lawmakers in Springfield proposed bills to repeal a 2015 law that fines companies for boycotting Israel — the proposals are stalled in committee as lawmakers debate free speech and human rights. Capitol City Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association announced its All-Midwest Region teams on Friday—including catcher Ivan Dahlberg and first baseman Mark Kattula on the first team and shortstop Ethan Bowers and relief pitcher Seth Masters on the second team—for their 2025 campaign. Dahlberg and Masters were also named to the GLVC All-Tournament Team as UIS ended the season with 36 wins and 16 losses overall and 23 wins and 8 losses in conference play. University of Illinois Springfield
- ➤ Ben Loeffler won the boys CS8 singles tennis title for Glenwood at Washington Park on Saturday, leading the Titans to the team title — Krish and Jai Khurana won the doubles title for Springfield High. WMAY
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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