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Preservation Awards

Thursday, September 30 is the 2021 Springfield Preservation Awards from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. outside on the Bicentennial Plaza downtown. The community is invited to attend this free event but donations are recommended to benefit the Historic Preservation Fund at the Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln. To reserve your spot, email info@springfieldbusinessjournal.com.

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Cemetery Walks

Echoes of Yesteryear: A Walk Through Oak Ridge Cemetery will take place on Sunday, October 3, from 12-noon – 4:00 p.m. The last tour begins at 3:15 p.m. Eight actors dressed in period costumes will tell the stories of individuals who made significant contributions to our community and are buried at the cemetery. The event is free and donations suggested. Attendees will be bused to the first gravesite then walk to other sites, approx. 1/2 mile. Allow 2 hours.

Now Hiring! Police

The Springfield Police are actively recruiting individuals interested in becoming police officers. The minimum age at the time of written exam is 21 and no older than 34 years old. Application deadline is Wednesday, October 27 by 11:00 p.m.


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Household Hazardous Waste Collection

The City, together with IEPA, is hosting a voucher-only residential Household Hazardous Waste Collection event on Saturday, October 23 at the Illinois State Fairgrounds from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. The drop off event is open to ALL Illinois residents but individuals will need to request a voucher from the City in order to drop off their items. Vouchers will be issued on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Get Back 2 Business

There is still time to apply to the State of Illinois Back 2 Business Grant program. If you need assistance filling out your application, contact our Office of Planning & Economic Development for assistance at 217.789.2377.

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Springfield Drinking Water

CWLP is continuing to monitor and work to address taste and odor issues with its drinking water and is reminding residents this is a common occurrence that happens with all lake water called “turnover”. The compounds that cause the taste and odor issues are not considered a risk to public health, and the drinking water continues to meet all water quality guidelines for health standards.

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9/26/2021
Springfield Police: Fatal Traffic Crash

9/26/2021
Springfield Police: Shooting Investigation & Arrest

9/23/2021
Water Main Installation on Old Salem Lane

9/23/2021
Springfield Police: Firearms Arrest