Good morning, Springfield.

Eagle Golf and Grill, a local golf training facility with a bar + grill, has closed its doors in Springfield, ending a spot where many once practiced their swings and met friends.

Late Wednesday, a suspected tornado struck Springfield and damaged the Animal Protective League shelter and Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport — no animals or travelers were hurt.

Local officials and community members quickly relocated nearly 180 shelter animals and began work to restore normal service.

Late Wednesday, a tornado touched down in Springfield and damaged the Animal Protective League shelter, wiping out two buildings while sparing nearly 150 cats and 28 dogs; community members helped care for the animals amid reports of additional airport damage.

Demolition began this morning on long-vacant Building 29 at the fairgrounds as part of a $2.1 million upgrade project led by the Capital Development Board (handling hazardous material removal and artwork preservation) to prepare the site for future use.

Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs announced a new grant program that awards up to $5,000 to small food assistance nonprofits as part of the Charitable Trust Hunger Relief Grant; applications opened June 1 and remain open through July 31 — a measure to help groups amid food insecurity from federal cuts.

Volunteer food assistance nonprofits without full-time employees can get up to $5,000 from the Charitable Trust Hunger Relief Grant program, announced by Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs on June 10—applications remain open through July 31 to support groups buying food amid reduced federal aid.

Getting Started With Wills & Trusts

3:30 p.m. — Edwards Group LLC — Free entry — Learn the essentials of estate planning in this informative workshop for families.

Foodees Fest

1-9 p.m. — White Oaks Mall — Free entry — Experience a weekend of gourmet food, artisan crafts, and family fun in Springfield.

Little Miracles 5K 2026

9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Washington Park — Registration fee applies — Lace up for a fun run to support NICU warriors at St. John’s Children’s Hospital.

Teen Art Collage

2-3 p.m. — Lincoln Library — Free entry — Create a summer-inspired junk journal collage on canvas and embrace the messiness of art.

Sponge with Order of The Machine Concert

6:30-10:30 p.m. — The Stadium Smokehouse Bar and Grill — Free entry — Enjoy a night of 90’s alternative rock with Sponge and local favorites.

Midnight Reading Paint Night

6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Library - Pizza and Sports Bar — Relaxing paint night — Unwind while creating a moody midnight scene with guidance from Ashley Blake.

Karaoke Night at Somewhere Else Lounge

8:30 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. — Somewhere Else Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy a lively karaoke night with a great crowd and an extensive music catalog.