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Sunday, November 9th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 9th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Springfield public works director Dave Fuchs said Saturday's pumpkin smash at Lake Springfield let local children use baseball bats to break pumpkins for compost that will help next year's crops+ the event also featured a food drive, a touch-a-truck and shredding. WYMG
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ State health officials advised parents not to use a recalled powdered infant formula called ByHeart after two Illinois infants showed suspected botulism symptoms on November 8. The department recalled two lots – 206VABP/251261P2 and 206VABP/251131P2 – and said it is investigating additional products while the formula remains on sale at major retailers, making up only 1% of the market. 25 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, Maroa Forsyth beat Johnston City 41-6 at Walter Boyd Field to move into the 2A quarterfinals — the Trojans will host Flora next Saturday at 2 p.m. WNNS
- ➤ Matthew Miller scored four touchdowns on eight carries in Williamsville’s 53-14 playoff win over Petersburg PORTA on November 8th—boosting the Bullets to an 11-0 record and advancing them to the quarterfinals. The team will meet the winner of the game between Tolono Unity and Monticello in the next round. The State Journal-Register
- ➤ Sacred Heart-Griffin defeated Carterville 45-15 at home in round two of the playoffs and will face Rochester in the quarterfinals. Head Coach John Allison and players (Jobe Kepler, Drew Ward, Cam Brinkman) shared their thoughts on the win. WNNS
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Firefighters' Lake Club Trivia Night
7-10 p.m. — Firefighters Lake Club — $10 entry — Challenge your knowledge with general trivia and compete for cash prizes.
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Live Music at BuzzBomb with Ryne Thorson
8-9 p.m. — Buzz Bomb Brewing Co — Cost info not provided — Enjoy live music performances while savoring craft brews.
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Zoo Lights at Henson Robinson Zoo
5-9 p.m. — Henson Robinson Zoo — Entry Fee Applicable — Experience a magical stroll through thousands of lights and delightful holiday treats.
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Elmo and Friends Say Hello
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Bank of Springfield Center — Family-friendly event — Sing, dance, and play alongside Elmo and friends in a fun celebration on Sesame Street.
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Frostbite Festival
9 a.m. — AMF Springfield Lanes — Check event page for registration costs — Participate in the 62nd annual Frostbite Festival with 2 mile and 10 mile races.
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