Good morning, Springfield.

HSHS St. John’s Children’s Hospital hosts Santa’s Workshop today to ensure every child receives a Christmas gift & local volunteers with help from the McGraw family sort and deliver presents at the hospital to bring holiday cheer.

The Central Illinois Salvation Army recognized a volunteer for exceptional community service on Dec.

24. The honor spotlights ongoing efforts to assist local neighbors (celebrating dedication and support).

Officials urged Central Illinois residents to take extra kitchen safety measures ahead of holiday cooking to lower fire risk—encouraging appliance checks and a ready fire plan.

Logan County officials will consider Hut 8’s data center project on January 8 while Sangamon County will review a similar CyrusOne project next month in the region.

Sangamon County held a public signing event Tuesday, Dec.

23, at the County Building for a steel beam that will become part of the Springfield–Sangamon County Hub—where transit services and public amenities will be consolidated—with former Congressman Rodney Davis and county leaders present.

Springfield Plastics donated $143,550.31 to Simmons Cancer Institute and $8,250 to HSHS St. John’s Cancer Center through its 2025 Drain for the Cure fundraiser.

Since 2014, the program has raised over $1.2 million from employees, customers and business partners.

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.

Kindergarten Open House at Our Savior's Lutheran School

6-7 p.m. — Our Savior's Lutheran School — Free entry — Discover how your child will thrive in a faith-centered educational community.