Springfield
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Tuesday, December 17th, 2024
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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Koda, a year-old Australian Shepherd mix, is looking for a new home, with Sangamon County Animal Control Center reducing adoption fees to $25 through December 31 to encourage more adoptive families. WYMG
- ➤ The Interfaith Breakfast at Temple B’rith Sholom, featuring pancakes, will occur Christmas morning with tickets available at the door. Capitol City Now
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A three-vehicle collision on I-72 West led to one driver being hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries and a temporary road closure. ABC 20
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Illinois Supreme Court declined to order the release of former deputy Sean Grayson, charged with first-degree murder, as it reviews an appeal on his pretrial detention. Capitol News Illinois
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport was honored with the 2024 Airports Going Green Award for its strong commitment to sustainability and innovative green energy initiatives, including a significant solar energy project. The Sangamon Reporter
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias explains the electoral certification process in Illinois, emphasizing transparency and education, with the ceremony and subsequent steps leading to the official announcement of the next President and Vice President. 25 News
- ➤ Illinois will require employers to include pay scale and benefit information in job postings starting January 1, 2025, aiming to enhance job market equity. FOX Illinois
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The UIS basketball teams are set to compete in a series of away non-conference games during their winter break. University of Illinois Springfield
TRAVEL NEWS
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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
Freedom is what you do with what's been done to you.
~ Jean-Paul Sartre
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