Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of September.
Good morning, Springfield.
🏘️ Community
Mike Murphy of the Chamber discussed local events and October plans on WTAX today.
RISE Springfield will host a clothing donation drive at the Salvation Army Community Center on Oct. 9-10 while Shoes, Brews & Biz runs on Oct. 15 at the LRS hangar with $25 advance tickets.
Readers voted on Springfield's best breakfast spots in the 2025 Community's Choice Awards and named Charlie Parker's Diner the top spot — followed closely by Café Moxo and Le Peep.
Nominations for the 2026 contest have begun and winners will be announced at a ceremony on Nov. 2.
Springfield readers picked Xochimilco Authentic Mexican Restaurant as the winner for best burritos, tacos & Mexican food in the 2025 Community's Choice Awards on Sept.
27, 2026. It is located at 2941 W. Iles Ave.
Wooden It Be Lovely, a Springfield nonprofit helping women recover from abuse & addiction, cut the ribbon on its new home in the former Temple Israel building after receiving a $550,000 donation from late chief justice Benjamin Miller’s trust.
The new space lets the group serve more women.
💼 Business
Three Ducks Bookstore (selling new and gently used books) will open soon in downtown Springfield.
🎭 Culture
The International Route 66 Mother Road Festival in Springfield was the biggest in 25 years with nearly 1,500 cars entered in 70 classes on Sunday, Sept.
27; parts of 14 downtown blocks were closed to host the show + its helicopter flyover and Cozy Dog eating contest.
Lincoln's New Salem Site will host nine candlelight walks beginning Oct.
2. Over 200 candle lanterns will light the pathways and building interiors from 5 PM to 7:30 PM, with free admission and optional donations available.
🏥 Health
Springfield native Dr. Tatyana Y.
Gardner will become the Sangamon County Mental Health Board's first executive director on Oct. 12 — she brings experience from her work with the Springfield Urban League to boost mental health services countywide.
🏈 Sports
The Harlem Globetrotters will return to Springfield for their Rivalry Tour at the BOS Center on Wednesday, Jan.
6. Tickets go on sale Oct. 2 at 10 a.m. & the Washington Generals will feature a new lineup.
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