Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 14th of December.
Good morning, Springfield.
🎭 Culture
Local organizers have announced a tea tasting event & several other community activities scheduled for this week in Springfield, with details on location and time to be revealed soon.
📰 Finance
Frank Coffey joined BOS Asset Management as a financial advisor this morning, bringing his expertise (Series 66 licensed) to help clients build financial strategies at Bank of Springfield on the southeast side.
He previously served as a vice president at a financial services firm.
🏥 Health
Dr. Anna Richie (Memorial Health) offers tips for treating flu and similar viral infections, explaining that many start feeling better by day seven and advising home remedies like nasal sprays until a doctor visit is needed if symptoms persist past day ten.
Following the governor's signing of a law legalizing medical aid in dying, OSF HealthCare and Tylka said they will not offer the service, with their decision announced yesterday.
Their policy stands despite the new legislation.
🏈 Sports
PORTA wrestling saw four champions secure podium finishes to help the Bluejays win the Rex Avery Invite team title.
Auburn, Riverton and SHG also produced individual champions at the event.
Illinois Springfield's Prairie Stars will host Roosevelt on Sunday afternoon with a Taylor Swift Birthday Bash presented by Nothing Bundt Cakes, offering Swift-themed music and a free personal bundtlet for the first 25 toy drive gifts.
The game kicks off UIS's three-game non-conference stretch before play resumes Jan. 2.
The State Journal-Register invites Springfield area residents to vote for the athlete of the week starting at 3:00 a.m. today until noon on Friday, Dec.
19 + one vote is allowed every 12 hours. South County’s Leo Bergschneider won last week.
🎉 Springfield Events
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Dual Piano Christmas
7 p.m. — Hoogland Center For The Arts — Ticketed event — Experience an evening of holiday favorites and comedic improvisation on dual pianos.
Town Snowman Paint Night With Ashley Blake
1-3 p.m. — Harvest Market — Supplies included — Unleash your creativity while painting a winter wonderland masterpiece inspired by Snowman Town.
New Year’s Eve Celebration with Lick Creek
7-8:30 p.m. — Boondocks — Ticket required — Celebrate New Year’s Eve with live country rock music from Lick Creek in Springfield.
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