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Friday, June 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Animal Protective League will hold its DIM Art House ADOPT! Group Art Show and Junior Volunteer Ice Cream Social Fundraiser on Saturday, July 12 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Scoop Du Jour—95 Plummer Blvd. in Chatham. Local artists will display work inspired by adoptable animals and 15% of Scoop Du Jour’s sales will benefit APL while a pet adoption station makes it a family-friendly event. WMAY
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Fire crews responded to a blaze at the SLM Services building at 725 Christmas Seal Drive—just off Cook Street—around 4 a.m. on June 12th as traffic was briefly blocked and damage was reported on the building. ABC 20
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Senate Bill 1784, known as the Clean Slate Act, passed in the House but did not reach the Senate floor before the session adjourned on May 31 because the Senate sponsor turned attention to the budget—leaving nonviolent criminal records unsealed—and the sponsor said the measure could be reintroduced by the fall or sooner. WMAY
- ➤ Sangamon County officially opened a new regional morgue on Wednesday to consolidate coroner operations for families across the region. The facility includes autopsy suites, evidence processing areas and administrative offices — it was funded mainly by the American Rescue Plan Act. WMAY
- ➤ Gun rights advocates filed briefs with the 7th Circuit today asking the federal court to uphold a lower court ruling that said Illinois’ ban on assault-style firearms violates the Second Amendment—Attorney General Kwame Raoul’s office is appealing the decision and the state will file its response by June 27. WMAY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Three Prairie Stars from UIS—Mark Kattula, Mack Clark, and Adam Lindsey—earned CSC Academic All-District honors for their performance on the field and in the classroom this season. Kattula moves to the CSC Academic All-America ballot while Clark and Lindsey received the honor based on strong season statistics. University of Illinois Springfield
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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R and B Live Summer Party
7-10 p.m. — Curve Inn — Free entry — Get ready to groove at a night of soulful music and good vibes.
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Little Miracles 5K
A fun 3K/5K run/walk for all ages and abilities! The race will support the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit to continue funding a variety of items/programs to support our tiniest patients at HSHS St. John's Children's Hospital.
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Virtual Tour of Springfield Supportive Living
9 a.m.-7 p.m. — Springfield Supportive Living — Free entry — Explore award-winning amenities and activities at one of the highest-rated senior living communities.
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Camp Invention: Discover at Lincoln Magnet School
8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. — Lincoln Magnet School — $175 — A STEM summer program that fosters creativity and problem-solving skills for kids entering grades 1-6.
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Grease Musical
7 p.m. — Legacy Theatre — Check venue site for pricing — Experience the beloved musical journey of Danny and Sandy with classic tunes and lively performances.
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Midnineties performing Bleed American
7 p.m. — Anvil & Forge Brewing and Distilling Company — Tickets vary — Experience Midnineties performing Jimmy Eat World's iconic album 'Bleed American' in full.
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Zen Paint Night with Ashley Blake
2-4 p.m. — Kentucky Burn — All materials provided — Relax and tap into your creative spirit while painting in a calming atmosphere.
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Rock the Dock
6-11 p.m. — Lake Springfield Marina — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with Central Illinois' largest fireworks display alongside live music and food.
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Women's Distance Festival
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Washington Park — $5 and up — Celebrate women’s athleticism with races including a 2 Mile and Kids Fun Run.
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