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My Journal Courier

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Joe Lockman to face challengers for Ward 3 seat

Of the five City Council spots up for election, there one's contested race: Joe Lockman's Ward 3 seat.

Jacksonville, IL · 7h

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Jacksonville Festival of Lights moving to new location in downtown

JACKSONVILLE, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - The Jacksonville Festival of Lights is moving to a beautiful new location in downtown Jacksonville!. The display will light up immediately following the Santa Parade on Friday, November 27, at 6 p.m. It will shine nightly through December 31. Admission is free, and the event is open to the public.

Jacksonville, IL · 2d
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The State Journal-Register

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Annual squirrel bloodbath in Carlinville needs to stop | Opinion

Chicago has squirrels on the brain. Lincoln Park residents worry about a billionaire feeding luxury nuts to squirrels , but instead making for fat rats, while the intended recipients (so called rats with fluffy tails) gorge on macadamia nuts. Downstate squirrels have it much worse. Every winter Carlinville hosts a wildlife killing contest called “Squirrel Bowl.” But as of October, Carlinville has a new claim to fame as Hallmark has named it America’s “Merriest Christmas Town .” Hallmark celebrities descended on Carlinville for the surprise announcement. In addition to bragging rights, a Hallmark holiday movie will be filmed there in 2027. This will bring economic benefits to the region. However, it’s unlikely that Hallmark knew about the "Squirrel Bowl" when choosing Carlinville as “merriest.” More: Carlinville named Hallmark's Merriest Christmas Town Carlinville’s annual wildlife killing contest occurs before Super Bowl. It began in 2016, growing significantly with hundreds of hunters entering. Competitors hunt in teams. Youth and adult hunters participate. Squirrel Bowl awards prizes in categories based on criteria including dead squirrel weight. Prize categories include “Big Fox Squirrel winner” and “Big Gray Squirrel winner” for youth and adult hunters. The event raises money for charity. Squirrel Bowl isn’t unique.

Carlinville, IL · 3d

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Jacksonville’s century-old fire truck gets free restoration help

Jacksonville native Rob Thomas’s company is covering restoration work for the fire department's historic 1928 American LaFrance engine.

Jacksonville, IL · 1d

My Journal Courier

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Hiring of Chicago law firm by city, county raising questions

Jacksonville and Morgan County hired Ancel Glink as both face public transparency concerns and a rise in open records requests.

Jacksonville, IL · 2d

The State Journal-Register

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Springfield apartments ​for rent saw price increases since last October

Renters in Springfield saw apartment listing prices increase 6% from October 2025's median of $1,032, an analysis of new data from rental marketplace Zumper shows. The typical apartment listed for rent at $1,099 in October. Median listing prices in Springfield are trending essentially the same as the previous month's $1,100 price. The data covers all bedroom sizes, ranging from studios to four-bedroom units, within the specified metropolitan area. It reflects the median rent for all listings that were active at any given point during the month, according to Russell Middleton, co-founder of Zumper. New construction is included in the data and listings that are currently occupied or no longer available are excluded. data.sj-r.com Out of 254 rental listings in Springfield, four are subsidized. When those are excluded, the overall median rent for listed apartments goes to $1,100. One-bedroom apartments listed to rent at a median of $800, 4% lower than September, when they were $829. Since October 2025, one-bedroom rental prices stayed the same. Two-bedroom apartments listed for rent were basically flat to September at a central price of $1,060, compared to $1,050. Since October 2025, two-bedroom rental prices rose 6% from $999. Statewide, Illinois rental listing prices are very

Springfield, IL · 22h

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Woo Hoo! ‘Simpsons’ writers to talk Saturday in Springfield — yes, THIS Springfield

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – “Is Springfield America?” The answer could be found this Saturday, in this Springfield, thanks to three of the writers of “The Simpsons” — one of whom is a presidential candidate. Writers Bill Odenkirk, Josh Weinstein, and Dan Greaney...

Springfield, IL · 1d

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Illinois Housing Development Authority and Corporation for Supportive Housing Open Applications for 2027 Supportive Housing Institute: Due Jan. 27,2027

Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) and Corporation for Supportive Housing (CSH) are accepting applications for the 2027 Supportive Housing Institute, and applications must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. CST on January 29, 2027. The Supportive Housing Institute provides development teams across Illinois with technical assistance to navigate supportive housing development,...

Illinois · 19h

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People are still talking about Nov. 4 Springfield city council meeting

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Springfield city council watchers Tuesday would not let the mayor and aldermen forget how last week’s meeting (pictured) ended, with aldermen and audience members shouting after the meeting officially ended. Mayor Misty Buscher adjourned that meeting while some people still expected to have their turn to speak. Citizens and the mayor’s and clerk’s offices disagree on just who had signed up, and a city statement the day after last week’s meeting blamed a communications glitch for some people’s sign-ups not reaching the clerk’s office.

Springfield, IL · 1d

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Building permits – Nov. 2 to Nov. 8

1999 Partners received a commercial remodel permit for 1999 Wabash Ave. Contractor is RD Lawrence Construction Corp. and the project is valued at $115,000. Springfield Hospital Inc. received a commercial remodel permit for 5230 S. Sixth Street Frontage Road. Contractor is Harold O’Shea Builders and the project is valued at $4.1 million.

Springfield, IL · 17h

The State Journal-Register

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Springfield restaurants offer free Veterans Day meals

SPRINGFIELD, IL – To thank veterans for their service, local and national chains are giving veterans and active-duty persons a chance to score free meals and deals this Veterans Day. Veterans Day ties back to World War I. To commemorate Armistice Day between Germany and the Allies on Nov. 11, 1918, soldiers who fought overseas coming home weren’t recognized for their service through a national holiday until decades later. In 1938 Armistice Day became a federal holiday, before shifting names to better encompass all veterans in 1954. Over a century since the first war ended, veterans who served or served in conflicts in Korea to the Middle East, and anywhere in between can be recognized and treated in Springfield at these chain locations Nov. 11. More: UIS set to honor veterans with ceremony, open house Veterans Day meal deals Applebee’s Where: 2554 Sunrise Drive, Springfield Hours: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Promotions: Applebee's is offering veterans, active-duty military, reservists and National Guard members a free full-size entrée from a special menu on Nov. 11, according to a news release emailed to USA TODAY. The offer is dine-in only, and proof of military service is required. Buffalo Wild Wings Where: 2808

Springfield, IL · 1d

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Cahnman, leaving Sangamon County Board, tries again with recall proposal; introduces anti-plasticware ordinance

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – A number of proposals introduced in recent months by Sangamon County Board member Sam Cahnman were rejected, in some cases, because they didn’t follow normal board procedures. With this one, more than the third time was the charm, sort of. A new...

Sangamon County, IL · 8h

WCIA

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Memorial Health looks to expand Springfield presence with new rehab facility

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — Springfield may see some healthcare changes with a proposed rehab center. It would be located in a current farm field at the corner of Milby Lane and Alex Boulevard. The 60-bed rehab center would treat patients recovering from brain injuries, fractures and other medical issues. It will cost just over $66 […]

Springfield, IL · 2d

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When truth is stranger than fiction

Dan Greaney, a longtime writer and producer for “The Simpsons” who humorously predicted a Donald Trump presidency, is now running for the 2028 Republican presidential nomination. An episode titled “Bart to the Future” aired on March 19, 2000, which imagined Bart Simpson’s life 30 years into the future....

Springfield, IL · 13h

WCIA

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New resolutions introduced in Sangamon Co. to cut down on plastic waste, recall Sheriffs

SANGAMON COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — Sangamon County board member Sam Cahnman is trying once again to allow recall elections in Sangamon County. The effort has failed three times before, but Cahnman hopes a new resolution could help convince the board to adopt the measure. The new resolution is hoping to answer a question that has […]

Sangamon County, IL · 13h

The State Journal-Register

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City blames technological error for speaker snafu at meeting

SPRINGFIELD, IL -- The city of Springfield acknowledged Nov. 5 that a computer error kept two persons, including a community activist and advocate, off the speaker list at the Nov. 4 city council meeting. The organization headed by Tiara Standage wasn't buying the city's explanation, releasing its own statement Nov. 6. Standage said while she received an error message from the city clerk's office about it sending a confirmation email after attempting to sign up almost a week in advance of the meeting, she contacted the office by phone and said she received a verbal confirmation that she was on the speaker's list. More: Chaotic scene after activist isn't allowed to speak at city council All of the members of The PURPLE (People United to Reform Power, Liberty and Equity) Coalition who signed up to speak online received the same error message as Standage. They also called into the clerk's office and got individual confirmations. Standage was the only member of the coalition not allowed to speak. Standage, who has her own history SPD administration, insisted after the meeting she was being singled out because she was going to publicly call for the resignation of Springfield Police Department Lt. Charles

Springfield, IL · 2d

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Camp Butler director honored at Springfield Veterans Day parade

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Even if you couldn’t make it to this year’s Veterans Day parade in Springfield Wednesday, chances are you have been to the location the grand marshal runs. The parade featured the marching bands from all three Springfield public high schools, groups...

Springfield, IL · 13h

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Sangamon County budget: Lower than last year, with a lower property tax levy rate (Read the budget here)

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Sangamon County’s budget for the fiscal year starting in a few weeks is expected to be lower than last year. County Administrator Brian McFadden told the County Board Tuesday night while several departments will get more money, overall, the $206 million spending plan is five percent down, and for good reason.

Sangamon County, IL · 17h

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IL Secretary of State’s Office hosts Veterans Day celebration

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — The Illinois Secretary of State’s Office honored veterans a little early this year by bringing a variety of services to them. The Secretary of State’ Office hosted a Veteran’s Day celebration in Springfield on Monday. The office provided multiple services, including DMV services, to support military families and give them the resources they need.

Springfield, IL · 2d

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IDNR confirms death of mountain lion in southern Illinois

JACKSON COUNTY, Ill. — The Illinois Department of Natural Resources confirmed on Tuesday that a young male mountain lion that had been visiting southern Illinois for the past two months was found deceased. According to the IDNR, a hunter discovered the cat's remains in Jackson County, near the Union...

Jackson County, IL · 10h