Good morning, Springfield.

Dairy Queen's annual Miracle Treat Day will take place on July 30 in Springfield to support HSHS St. John's Children's Hospital; participating locations at 1663 North Grand Ave. E + 1742 Wabash Ave. + 3121 E.

Atlanta St. will donate $1 per Blizzard treat to help raise over $7,500.

A local cafe that filled the space once occupied by Sgt. Pepper's Cafe closed less than a year after opening and is now seeking a new location.

The fifth episode of Six Pack Summer: Season Four features local athletes including Springfield High’s Jesse Awator — alongside peers from Jacksonville, Williamsville, Lanphier, Athens and Olympia.

The show asks CS8, Sangamo and MSM athletes to email for a chance to join the final summer round.

Historian Jason Emerson will discuss Robert Lincoln’s career tomorrow at 6:30 p.m. at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum on 212 N.

Sixth St.; doors open at 6 p.m. Reservations are required for this free event with a pop-up exhibit (showcasing a watch case and 1864 theater bill).

A University of Illinois report shows that only 38 percent of third- through eighth-graders are proficient in math, and it urges lawmakers to require an hour a day of math for K-5 students, enhance teacher training, and fund math coaches (modeled after Alabama).

Wildfire smoke lowers air quality today, though shifting winds will push the haze north later as warm, humid conditions set up strong storms Monday night and Tuesday.

Residents should be ready for possible heavy rain and damaging winds as the weather changes.

Residents in Springfield are reminded that waste pickup now begins daily at 5:00 a.m. due to adjustments by the Office of Public Works (forecasted high temperatures this week); residents should set out waste and recycling containers at the curb the night before collection day.

Springfield Memorial Hospital has strengthened its sepsis program to train care teams to spot signs like low blood pressure and confusion — a research study with the University of Iowa aims to create a national training model.

Officials advise that anyone feeling ill should seek medical care promptly.

Glenwood senior McKenzie Doe III discussed his track and field and soccer accomplishments, future goals and handling of pressure in the first of two episodes of The Life, posted July 17.

The interview highlights his rising status as a top athlete (notable achievement in the state).

Levitt AMP Springfield Music Festival featuring Attic Salt

6:00-9:15 p.m. — Levitt AMP Springfield Music Series — Ticketed event — Enjoy a night of alternative rock with Attic Salt under the stars.

Saving Abel Concert at The Stadium

6-10:30 p.m. — The Stadium Smokehouse Bar and Grill — All ages welcome — Experience the Multi-Platinum Southern Rockers known for their hit 'Addicted' alongside special guests Claudey Blue and Death Do Us Part.