SPRINGFIELD — The U.S. Air Force is eliminating the long-standing jet engine repair mission at the Illinois Air National Guard’s 183rd Wing at Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport, a move that will affect 192 positions as the military shifts away from maintaining older aircraft. The Air National Guard Readiness Center informed the Illinois National Guard earlier […]
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Laugh and learn
Looking for something fun for the family to do this weekend? Take the gang to KidsFest this Saturday. The Prairie Capital Convention Center will fill with games, activities and crafts for kids. For only $1 children can decorate their own cupcake or jump around with joy in one of the bounce houses ($5 wristbands are […]
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WWI up close
The Illinois State Military Museum hosts a Great War Encampment to tell the story of the First World War.Experience trench warfare and a day in the life of the men who lived in the trenches during WWI. Reenactors in uniforms will demonstrate raids and skirmishes each day. Indoor and outdoor exhibits will amaze you if […]
