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Thursday, December 26th, 2024
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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Springfield residents can discard their Christmas trees through city pickup organized by the Department of Public Works or utilize private services, with options for tree recycling benefiting fish habitat by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. The State Journal-Register
- ➤ In its 19th year, the Interfaith Pancake Breakfast hosted by Temple B'rith Sholom and Temple Israel in Springfield raised funds for SPARC, aiding adults with developmental disabilities. ABC 20
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A vehicle collision into MVP Bar and Grill in Springfield caused a fire on Christmas Day, but no fatalities were reported. ABC 20
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An Illinois man was charged under Scott's Law following a crash that resulted in the death of a state trooper on I-55. ABC 20
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Illinois increases its minimum wage to $15 per hour amid concerns over potential job cuts and its unemployment rate, which is the third highest in the U.S. WMAY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum and the Illinois State Board of Education are hosting an expanded annual art contest for Illinois students, introducing 3D submissions alongside traditional art, under the theme 'A Touch of Art!'. The Sangamon Reporter
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Kylie Sullens, a sophomore from Chatham Glenwood, was named The State Journal-Register's All-Area Girls Swimming and Diving Athlete of the Year, leading Glenwood to a Central State Eight Conference meet victory. The State Journal-Register
- ➤ Samantha Shankland was named the All-Area Player of the Year for girls tennis by The State Journal-Register after a standout season with a 25-7 record and victories in both the Central State Eight Conference tournament and the Class 2A Chatham Glenwood Sectional. The State Journal-Register
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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In-Person Fireside Chat on Foster Care in Springfield, Illinois
This event provides information about the Illinois child welfare system and the foster parenting process, hosted by a reputable agency focused on community support.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The worst enemy to creativity is self-doubt.
~ Sylvia Plath
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