Good morning, Springfield.

Hundreds of residents marched along MLK Drive Saturday morning as the city's 32nd Juneteenth Unity Parade traveled east, culminating at Comer Cox Park for a weekend music festival + celebration that includes youth programs, community discussions, and guest speakers.

Many students must have school physicals before starting fall classes, as required for preschool, kindergarten, sixth, ninth graders and new enrollees.

Pediatrician Dr. Heywood at Memorial Care on Koke Mill Road urged parents to book soon as appointments fill up and to call (217-862-0800) for scheduling.

Doctors at Memorial Care on Koke Mill Road remind Springfield parents that students in preschool, kindergarten, sixth and ninth grades plus first-time enrollees must get a school physical before fall classes begin as appointment slots are filling fast, so families should schedule soon.

Y Ninja Obstacle Run is taking place today in Springfield.

Participants will challenge an obstacle course under cloudy to partly cloudy skies with a high near 76F (winds expected between 10 and 20 mph).

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.