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Tuesday, August 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 2025 Golden Abe’s Fantastic Fair Food People’s Choice Award is open for votes until Thursday, August 14th at Noon—fairgoers at the Illinois State Fair can sample treats like deep-fried delights, sweet confections, and savory surprises and cast their vote for the top dish. This contest invites food lovers to help choose the fair’s favorite flavor. WMAY
- ➤ Local police and twenty Texas Roadhouse restaurants will host the Tip-A-Cop fundraiser on Monday, August 25 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. + organizers aim to raise funds for Special Olympics Illinois in Springfield and other areas. Since 2015, the event has raised over $681,000+ to support athletes with intellectual disabilities. ABC 20
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Authorities released photos in the hunt for a suspected gunman — who allegedly shot a police officer and a deputy in Central Illinois. 25 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Megan Moroney broke the attendance record at the Illinois State Fair on Sunday night by drawing a crowd of 15,532 fans—surpassing past records set by Lil Wayne and Jason Aldean. FOX Illinois
- ➤ The UIS Visual Arts Gallery will present the exhibition L’Éphémère by celebrated Illinois artist Rosalyn Schwartz, which opens Aug. 25 and runs until Oct. 2. A public reception on Sept. 4 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.—free to all—will be held at the gallery, and a conversation with the artist is set for Sept. 19 at 3 p.m. University of Illinois Springfield
- ➤ The Illinois State Fair announced the 2025 Twilight Parade winners, with Mighty Marching Machine from Richton Park winning the Marching Band Contest; Cool Cruisers Car Club from Edinburg, Springfield Youth Hockey League, B’s Creative Studio, and HOPE also earned top honors in Specialty Units, Non-Commercial Floats, Commercial Floats, and the Governor’s Sweepstakes Award—showing talent from across the state. ABC 20
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Veterans were honored last Sunday at the Illinois State Fair — a day set aside for their tribute — as a band played and Assistant Adjutant General Daniel McDonough recognized their service. The Illinois Department of Agriculture announced its 'Homegrown by Heroes' program — intended to help veterans transition to civilian life — and the Department of Veterans Affairs detailed that over $500 million has been spent on veterans’ homes while a new facility in Quincy will open this fall. WYMG
- ➤ Members of the Sonya Massey Commission met in Springfield Monday and were joined by former Ferguson Commission members to share lessons learned from over a decade of community work — they will meet again in September to continue the discussion. WAND-TV
TRAVEL NEWS
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Snoop Dogg Concert
5:30-9:30 p.m. — Illinois State Fairground — Requires Pre-Show Party and Concert ticket — Enjoy an exclusive pre-show party before Snoop Dogg takes the stage.
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Ask a Library Techie
2:30-3:30 p.m. — Lincoln Library — Free entry — Get one-on-one tech assistance with your devices from knowledgeable staff members.
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Def Leppard Concert
5:30-9:30 p.m. — Illinois State Fairground — Ticket prices vary — Rock out with the legendary British heavy metal band known for their iconic anthems and powerful performances.
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Vachel Lindsay Home Guided Tour
9:45-10:15 a.m. — Vachel Lindsay Home State Historic Site — Free entry — Explore the legacy of poet Vachel Lindsay with art displays and a chance to win his collected works.
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Balloons Over 66 5K
8 AM – 12 PM — Lincoln Community High School — Registration required — Enjoy a morning 5K run with friends and family in a vibrant community setting.
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Springfield Virtual Job Fair
4-6 p.m. — Crowne Plaza Springfield – Convention Ctr by IHG — Free registration — Connect with employers and get AI matched for interviews in a virtual setting.
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Healing Arts Festival
2-10 p.m. — Buzz Bomb Brewing Co — Free entry — Experience a vibrant community gathering featuring live music, healthy food, and local art.
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