Springfield
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Sunday, December 15th, 2024
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hundreds of volunteers participated in Wreaths Across America, placing over 1,300 wreaths at Danville and Camp Butler National Cemeteries to honor fallen soldiers, with Rep. Brandun Schweizer speaking at Danville. WAND-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Illinois Supreme Court's decision to keep Sean Grayson in jail for Sonya Massey's murder case has been praised by the victim's family and their attorneys, Ben Crump and Antonio Romanucci. WCIA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski secures $266,129 in federal funding for law enforcement in Central Illinois to enhance public safety and community policing. WMAY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Springfield Clinic CEO Ray Williams announces retirement at the end of 2024, with Jen Boyer named as Acting CEO starting 2025, reflecting on key accomplishments and the clinic's direction. The Sangamon Reporter
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local sports stars deliver impressive performances, inviting fans to vote for the SJ-R's athlete of the week by Friday noon. The State Journal-Register
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RISE Holiday Networking Celebration
The RISE Jingle & Mingle Holiday Celebration features networking opportunities, an Ugly Christmas Sweater Competition, hourly giveaways, and complimentary food at the MotorDome in Springfield.
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Mannheim Steamroller Christmas Concert
Enjoy the beloved holiday tradition of Mannheim Steamroller Christmas, featuring captivating performances by 15 musicians and spectacular multimedia effects.
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Dinner Detective: Interactive Murder Mystery Dinner Show in Springfield, IL
Enjoy an evening of laughter and intrigue as you participate in an interactive murder mystery dinner at Maldaner's Restaurant.
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Lick Creek New Year's Eve Celebration
Celebrate New Year's Eve with a live performance by one of central Illinois' top bands at Boondocks in Springfield.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The greatest good you can do for another is not just to share your riches but to reveal to him his own.
~ Benjamin Disraeli
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