Two centuries after his birth, Springfield’s best-known resident remains a revered icon, a leader who bore the weight of destiny to his untimely demise. Born in dire poverty and self-educated, Abraham Lincoln rose to lead our nation during its darkest time. His words inspired Americans during the Civil War, and they inspire us today. Lincoln […]
Illinois Times Staff
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Drink up
Microbreweries Anvil & Forge Brewing and Distilling 619 E. Washington St. (downtown) 217-679-1195 anvilandforge.com One of a burgeoning number of craft breweries in the capital city, Anvil & Forge opened in late 2018. The place has a no-nonsense vibe, with walls made from metal siding and reclaimed barn wood, a cement floor and a mix […]
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Looking for Lincoln
Find your Lincoln story! Learn about the people and places with connections to Abraham Lincoln with the Looking for Lincoln Story Trail. This series of wayside exhibit signs reveal interesting facts about Lincoln, individuals with whom he interacted, and the surroundings Lincoln would have experienced during his life and times. There are nearly 50 Looking […]
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Shopping
Antiques and Flea Markets Abe’s Old Hat Antiques & Country Store 111 N. Sixth St. 217-414-3320 Abe’s Tradin’ Post 2704 Peoria Rd. 217-753-2237 Barrel Antique Mall 14266 Frazee Rd, Divernon. 217-628-9192 Hilda’s Antique Mall 5850 S. Sixth St. Rd. 217-585-1438 barrelantiquemall.com Northfield Flea Market 3226 E. Sangamon Ave. 217-306-1873 Sangamon Antique Mall 3050 E. Sangamon […]
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“Bit by Bit” opening reception
Here’s something a little different. On Friday, an art exhibit will open with a free public reception at the Kidzeum, the downtown museum for children. According to the Kidzeum, the exhibit features works by professional artists in “fiber, handmade paper, animation, sculpture, painting and installation to examine healing in its many forms – physical, emotional […]
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Spring Guide
Spring Guide has information on worthwhile day trips, nearby museums, area vendor fairs, brunch options, an expanded three-month calendar of events and more. Related Related Related Related Related Related Stories
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Letters to the editor 03-20-25
WASTED MONEY In the article, it says the city of Springfield received a matching grant of $25,000 to pay for planting 130 new trees (“Springfield Urban Forestry Commission member resign,” Feb. 27). So I think we can understand why they aren’t getting more money from taxpayers that are already strapped. That is about $190 a […]
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True crime tales from Southern Illinois
When one thinks of organized crime, the activities of past criminals in the big cities of New York and Chicago spring to mind first – names of infamous criminals such as Al Capone, Bugsy Segal, Lucky Luciano, John Dillinger and Meyer Lansky, for example. But southern Illinois also had its fair share of crime and […]
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Spring guide calendar
MARCH A Call to Think: On Common Ground Thu., March 27, 5-7:15pm. Part of the Chancellor’s Thinkers Series. Join UIS Chancellor Janet L. Gooch and UIS alums Ryan Melchin and Matt Van Vossen for a conversation, Q&A and reception. Discover how Melchin and Van Vossen navigated diverse leadership roles on campus, including leading the College […]
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Dr. Blair Whitney
Dr. Blair Whitney, 82, of Springfield, died March 14, 2025, at The Villas in Sherman. He was born in Chicago on June 1, 1942, the son of Frances and Ellen Todd Whitney. He graduated from Springfield High School in 1960. He married Rita Janicek in 1964, and she survives. He received his doctorate in English […]
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Stephen “Steve” D. Shelton
Stephen “Steve” D. Shelton, 71, of Springfield, Illinois, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 9, 2025. He was born in Pittsfield, Illinois, on Jan. 9, 1954, the son of Wayne and Corinne (Tayon) Shelton. Stephen married the love of his life, Debbie Burrows, on Dec. 21, 1973. Together, they built a beautiful […]
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Magical Music of Harry Potter
Magic Music of Harry Potter Friday, March 7 7:30 p.m. UIS Performing Arts Center 217-206-6160 ilsymphony.org/harrypotter “Ah, music. A magic beyond all we do here,” said Albus Dumbledore, the fictional headmaster of the school for young wizards and witches, in author J.K. Rowling’s novel Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Tomorrow and Saturday, Harry Potter […]
