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Friday, September 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Williams Dining Hall held its grand opening on September 11 as local residents and officials gathered to celebrate the new facility—introducing a modern dining option to the community. 25 News
- ➤ The Friends of Robin Roberts Stadium Foundation is planning the Dinner for the Diamond fundraiser on May 21 at Robin Roberts Stadium—this event features a keynote by baseball legend Ozzie Smith and will support preservation efforts. General admission tickets cost $115 while VIP options at $195 include dinner and an exclusive meet-and-greet. ABC 20
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Illinois College in Jacksonville reported that its Class of 2029 has 339 new students, one of its largest in history. Millikin University in Decatur reported 545 new first-year students and 132 transfer students and will hold a ribbon-cutting for its nearly completed $12.3 million athletic center on October 3—record enrollment shows growth—as local colleges register high numbers this term. WYMG
- ➤ University of Illinois Springfield will host a fall Lunch & Learn series presented by the UIS Alumni SAGE Society and Illinois State Historical Society that covers topics like artificial intelligence, political polarization, book bans, and the conversion of a local church for performances. The first session will be held Sept. 15 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the UIS Field Station at Lake Springfield—registration closes one week before each event. The State Journal-Register
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Illinois faced mounting lawsuits over tax sale laws that let private investors take millions in equity—raising concerns over constitutionality as lawmakers stalled on meaningful reforms. Capitol News Illinois
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ State lawmakers passed a rule that requires libraries to have naloxone—an emergency drug used to reverse overdoses—by 2026, and local branches will make plans to meet the new law. 25 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The UIS men's soccer team beat Purdue Northwest 3-1 at Kiwanis Stadium on Wednesday night, with all goals coming after the 75th minute—Jack Hudson scored two, including the game-winner, and the win was dedicated to former coach Milton Howell Tennant Jr. The Prairie Stars will host William Jewell on Sunday at 2:30 p.m. as they focus on conference play. University of Illinois Springfield
- ➤ Local community members gathered at a prep rally to celebrate high school sports as speakers explained how athletic events boost school spirit—highlighting personal achievements and plans to support local teams. 25 News
- ➤ On Wednesday afternoon, the UIS women's soccer team won 2—0 against Ohio Dominican at Kiwanis Stadium. Head coach Scott Myers said the team improved at halftime and will play William Jewell on Sunday. University of Illinois Springfield
- ➤ Illinois Springfield senior runner Madelyn Miller-Ross was named GLVC Runner of the Week after she won the Prairie Stars Invitational on Sept. 5 by setting a new women’s 5K record with a time of 18:01.07 and helping her team win the championship (UIS) while earning her third honor (GLVC). University of Illinois Springfield
- ➤ Cardinals Hall of Famer Ozzie Smith will visit Springfield next year to headline the 'Dinner for the Diamond' fundraiser at Robin Roberts Stadium on May 21; he will give a keynote speech and meet fans to help raise funds for needed stadium repairs—such as new turf and better storm drainage for future games. Capitol City Now
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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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Pumpkin Spice Gnome Paint Night with Ashley Blake
1-3 p.m. — Harvest Market — Cost includes materials — Paint a cozy Pumpkin Spice Gnome and enjoy fall vibes with fellow art lovers.
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