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Monday, December 16th, 2024
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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Holiday Store in Springfield, designed to allow children to shop for Christmas gifts while supporting the Mini O'Beirne Crisis Nursery, underscores a community tradition of over 35 years. WAND-TV
- ➤ Fire Station 6 in Springfield has relocated to a new, modern facility, enhancing safety and response times after being at its previous location since 1954. The State Journal-Register
- ➤ State Senator Doris Turner organizes a Holiday Open House with a food drive for the Springfield Salvation Army on Dec. 16. WMAY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Sangamon Auditorium and the UIS Studio Theatre at the University of Illinois Springfield will close in June 2025 for over a year to undergo plumbing system modernization, with plans to reopen in September 2026. The State Journal-Register
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ City Water Light and Power showcases a carbon capture project in Springfield, sparking a debate on renewable energy diversification and the future of carbon usage. WMAY
- ➤ Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport's $6 million solar array powers key facilities, earns multiple awards for sustainability, and plans expansion for total airport sustainability by 2025. WYMG
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The State Journal-Register honored the top high school golfers in Springfield, with Izzy Hassebrock and Sacred Heart-Griffin notably excelling. The State Journal-Register
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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