Every time Sheri Brinkmeyer ponders having a third child, she can’t help but think that her family’s recent relocation to Springfield wasn’t the best move. She’s afraid the state’s lack of midwife licensure will mean giving birth in a hospital, like she did with her first child when she felt poked, prodded and bossed around. […]
Summerguide 2026
Our annual Summerguide has something for everyone. Whether you’re looking for local theater, musical performances, outdoor activities or family-friendly events – many of them free of charge – we’ve got all the details. Plus, there’s an expanded three-month calendar of activities to help you keep track of everything. The International Carillon Festival is being held…
Women’s Business Showcase
Spring in Central Illinois is the perfect time to put your business in front of new customers—and the Women Entrepreneurs of Central Illinois (WECI) Women’s Business Showcase is built to do exactly that. Join us on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel for one of the region’s most anticipated events celebrating women-owned…
