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Monday, August 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ RISE Springfield will host its annual Give & Take Professional Clothing Drive at the Salvation Army Community Center on August 22—donation day from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.—and on August 23 when attendees can pick up professional clothing from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The event accepts gently used professional attire to support those preparing for job interviews or workplace changes while any remaining items will be donated to local nonprofits. The Sangamon Reporter
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Illinois does not tax monthly Social Security payments or most retirement income such as 401(k) plans and pensions, taxing only income earned from work. Federal taxes still apply to these incomes—helping many middle-class families save a few hundred to a couple thousand dollars each year. The State Journal-Register
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Federal officials sent a letter to Illinois election officials on August 14 asking for a full voter registration file with complete details—such as driver’s license numbers and Social Security digits—by August 21. The state board provided a redacted version because state law limits data sharing and is now reviewing the demand. WYMG
- ➤ Illinois residents with celiac disease now dine out with greater safety after Senate Bill 1288 required all food handlers to complete training on gluten-free and sesame safety—championed by Senator Sally Turner. Signed on August 1, the law ensures proper cleaning and labeling to help reduce cross-contamination risks. The Sangamon Reporter
- ➤ Illinois law will let first-time weapon offenders apply for FOID cards while in a pretrial detention diversion program — a change that takes effect on January 1 and helps them resume legal gun ownership sooner, though state police may still deny the application if a person is ineligible. WAND-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Sixty-three high school football players who were juniors and sophomores in 2024 will return for the IHSA season in 2025—bringing talent from various schools and classes across the state. They were named to the all-state teams and include key positions such as quarterback, running back, and defensive line. The State Journal-Register
- ➤ Last Sunday at the Illinois State Fair grandstand, ARCA and Sportsman races took place while drivers such as Ken Schrader, Brenden Queen, and Alex Clubb discussed racing — engaging local fans with their insights. Springfield native Kelly Kovski finished third in the Allen Crowe 100 — marking a proud local achievement. WNNS
- ➤ Brent Crews won the Allen Crowe 100 at the Illinois State Fair on August 17, taking the lead from Brenden Queen on lap 18 and holding it until the finish. Springfield’s Kelly Kovski, who qualified last (due to rain canceling qualifying), finished third while the ARCA Menards Series will return to DuQuoin in two weeks. WNNS
WELLNESS NEWS
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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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Illinois Prairie Pastel Society 'Pastel Play' Member Show
10 a.m.-5 p.m. — Athens Municipal Library — Free entry — Explore vibrant pastel artworks during this engaging member exhibition.
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Tour de Heartland
8 AM – 1 PM — Historic Marbold Farmstead — Registration fee applies — Enjoy a bike ride fundraiser supporting the Historic Marbold Farmstead Association.
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Illinois Senior Games
9 AM – 6 PM — Iles Park — Registration open — Compete in various sports including pickleball during this exciting senior Olympics event.
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Art Spectacular
10 a.m.–5 p.m. — Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon — Free admission — Celebrate 20 years of art and music at Central Illinois' premier fine art fair featuring local and regional artists.
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