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Sunday, October 12th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 12th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A local article titled 'Out of Darkness Walk' was published Oct. 11 — updated moments ago — with further details on the event still pending. 25 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Memorial Behavioral Health in Springfield is highlighting ADHD during National ADHD Awareness Month and offers support and resources to families noticing symptoms like trouble organizing thoughts and sitting still. The center explains that ADHD comes in three types— inattentive, hyperactive/impulse, and combination— and advises parents to talk with a doctor if they have concerns. Capitol City Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Friday night, Illinois Springfield women's soccer won their first GLVC game with a 2-0 road victory over Lincoln, ending a four-match losing streak with goals from Mallory Herber and Reese Lowery. The Prairie Stars now prepare for a noon match at UMSL today. University of Illinois Springfield
- ➤ On Friday, the UIS men’s tennis team defeated Chicago State by winning two of three doubles matchups and clinching important singles victories, with Pablo Herrera and Kai Van-Roon leading the wins. Coach Henrique Leal said his team earned its first win of the season after a winless start — they returned to action in their match against Purdue Northwest on Saturday at 9:00 a.m. University of Illinois Springfield
- ➤ The Chatham Glenwood girls tennis team won the Central State Eight Conference title on Oct. 11 at Velasco Tennis Center in Washinton Park, reclaiming the crown with 28 points as seniors Ellie Surges and Lydia Ryherd led in singles and freshmen Sanvi Modi and Olivia Hallberg clinched the doubles win—marking their fifth tournament win in six seasons. The State Journal-Register
- ➤ The UIS volleyball team won its first GLVC victory on Friday night when it swept William Jewell at TRAC with set scores of 26-24, 25-14, and 25-15 using a balanced offense—snapping a recent skid. The team improved to a 7-8 overall record and 1-4 in conference play before playing Rockhurst in the Dig Pink Game on Saturday at 3 p.m. University of Illinois Springfield
- ➤ Seth Masters is joining the UIS baseball staff as an assistant coach for the 2025-26 season—he will serve as a graduate assistant focused on pitching. He recently finished a standout playing career with top honors—bringing his fresh experience to help guide the Prairie Stars. University of Illinois Springfield
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2025 GSDCA National Specialty Show
Event duration: Oct 17-25 — Illinois State Fairground — Entry fees vary — Celebrate the love of German Shepherds with competitions and exhibitions.
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