KENNETH “GENE” WELLENREITER JR. Aug. 13, 1971 – July 27, 2009 Gene Wellenreiter came into my life about six years ago and taught me more about life and living through his death and dying than he will ever know. Gene was diagnosed with cancer on his 37th birthday and never made it to his 38th. […]
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Best of Springfield 2009
The BEST OF SPRINGFIELD was a fresh idea in 1982 when we first asked our readers to identify the best burger in town. In the 27 editions since then we’ve worked to keep it fresh by shaking up categories, asking different questions. As you’ll see over the next 30 pages, there’s plenty to celebrate about […]
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Best of Springfield 2009 continued
RESTAURANTS IN THE MIDDLE OF NOWHERE Rather than name a single winner in this eatery category, we thought it would be more fun to alert readers to several delightful out-of-the-way discoveries nominated in our Best of Springfield survey. Westwoods Lodge 2406 W Jefferson St, 698-9256 Tucked away on Jefferson, this place is easy to pass […]
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Children picture race unity
“Children and young people are perhaps the key to realizing true racial unity,” wrote Mike Lang, one of the organizers of the 12th Annual Race Unity Rally held June 7 at the Statehouse. “Young people tend to ignore superficial differences, and make friends with people from all strata of society — a key component to […]
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Summer Guide 2008
Untitled Document Welcome to Summer Guide 2008. This is our 25th annual look at the season most associated with play. In addition to our calendar of summer events and special focus on fun activities, we’re including our regular section identifying trips worth taking. Unlike previous years, we’ve decided to stay within the borders of Illinois. […]
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Summer Guide Calendar 2008
Untitled Document Unless otherwise noted, events are in Springfield and Sangamon County. Information for some event was incomplete at press time. Check upcoming editions of Illinois Times for details. MAY Through Oct. 29 Old Capitol Farmers’ Market Every Wednesday and Saturday, the downtown market features more than 60 vendors selling farm produce, flowers, and food. […]
