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Springfield's SantaCon returns, grows for 2023 event

Head to SantaCon for a day filled with holiday nostalgia.

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Clark State's Dr. Blondin honored with national award

Clark State College President Dr. Jo Alice Blondin was honored with the prestigious Marie Y. Martin Executive Officer Award by the Association of Community College Trustees.

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Springfield City Schools ask students to 'Tell Us Your E'

Springfield City Schools celebrate students for making a plan for their future, whether that be enrolling, employment, or enlisting.

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Christmas at the Bushnell brings the spirit of the season to Downtown Springfield

Event brings free, family-friendly fun to the Bushnell Event Center.

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Golden Ticket find secures year worth of prizes

Find a Golden Tickets and win 12-month's worth of prizes from Champion City Pops, Sweets & Treats and Grandpa Joe's Candy Shop.

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ACtS the Musical debuts in Springfield

ACtS - an original musical written by Richard Carey - opens at the John Legend Theater.

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Update: The State Theater gets closer to opening

The State Theater's doors are getting closer to opening to the public as updates for its future use continue. 

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Public Arts discussion comes to The State Theater

Community members are welcome to learn about and discuss current and future art projects throughout the city.

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Local artists recreates iconic Santa painting

Gary Blevins recreates Norman Rockwell art with John Fleeger serving as the featured Santa in the updated piece.

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Musical legends' featured in Springfield Symphony Jazz Orchestra performance

Springfield Symphony Jazz Orchestra showcases music from Duke Ellington and Mahalia Jackson.

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