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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 · 2d

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You Won't Believe What an Illinois Family Found in Their Toilet

Find out how an Illinois family discovered a southern flying squirrel in their toilet.

Winnebago County, IL · 13d

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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 · 1d
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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 · 5h
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Springfield could have a place for you to rehab

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – You don’t need to be in the hospital anymore, but you are not ready to go home. That is where the Rehabilitation Institute of Springfield would come in, if it’s built on the city’s west side. “They are seeking (state)...

Springfield, IL · 2d

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Central Illinois Weather Alert: Veterans Day Rain, Then 40s

Cold front brings light rain Veterans Day, November 11, before temperatures tumble Thursday.

Illinois · 1d

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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 million to build.

Springfield, IL · 1d

My Journal Courier

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Agenda — Jacksonville City Council, Nov. 9

Jacksonville City Council is scheduled to meet by 7 p.m. today in the Municipal Building, 200 W. Douglas Ave.

Jacksonville, IL · 1d

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Abraham Lincoln Owned Just One Home In His Lifetime, And You Can Tour It For Free

Abraham Lincoln bought exactly one house in his whole life. He paid for it in 1844, and he lived there for 17 years before heading to the White House. The wild part is that you can still walk through it. You can climb the same stairs he climbed and rest your hand on the same banister. Rangers lead the tours, and nobody hands you a bill at the door.

Springfield, IL · 2d

WCIA

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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 · 20h

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Illinois Innocence Project marks 25 years of freeing innocent people

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - The Illinois Innocence Project at the University of Illinois Springfield Saturday hosted a gala celebrating 25 years of fighting to free innocent people. According to project director Stephanie Kamel, the project has helped free and exonerate 34 different people, including 22 in the past six years.

Springfield, IL · 2d

My Journal Courier

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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 · 13h

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 · 1d

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Water main flushing program continues in Chatham

CHATHAM, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - The Village of Chatham will continue its water main flushing program Monday from 11:30am-3:30pm. The neighborhoods most heavily impacted include Oakbrook Estates, Wellington Estates, Spartan Lake Estates, and Ironbridge Estates. The program is part of Chatham’s ongoing efforts to maintain the water distribution system and ensure...

Chatham, IL · 1d

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Annual pumpkin smash returns to Springfield

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - The city of Springfield and Evans Recycling held the sixth annual pumpkin smash in downtown Springfield Saturday. The event occurs the first Saturday of every November. The event is hosted to teach people that pumpkins can be composted instead of thrown in the trash. "It's better...

Springfield, IL · 2d

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LLCC honors veterans at 31st annual Veterans Day Ceremony Nov. 11

SPRINGFIELD — Lincoln Land Community College will honor veterans at its 31st annual Veterans Day Ceremony on Wednesday, Nov. 11. The ceremony begins at 12:30 p.m. in A. Lincoln Commons on the LLCC-Springfield campus, 5250 Shepherd Road, and a reception will follow. The public is invited to attend. The...

Springfield, IL · 11h

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 · 1d

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Memorial Health to close one of its Springfield facilities

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – A facility operated by Memorial Health is closing, at a time when mental health and the improvement of it is a very strong subject. Memorial confirms the Behavioral Health facility at West Lake will be shutting down by the end of the year.

Springfield, IL · 5d

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The Secret Illinois Buffet That Locals Try To Hide From Outsiders

A truck stop restaurant that started in 1928 as a garage selling sandwiches is still serving an all-you-can-eat buffet today. That alone deserves a second look. The buffet starts at 6 AM. Breakfast favorites, comfort-food classics, and rotating dishes fill the line, with a soup and salad station waiting nearby.

Illinois · 3d

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Sangamon Co judge tosses data center lawsuit

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – A judge has found Sangamon County had an open process in determining whether a zoning change to allow CyrusOne to build a data center near Waverly. People who live near the proposed site sued both the company and the county. “It was very...

Sangamon County, IL · 1d