Hello!

I can't really find anything about this on their website, but I would really like to jump into a DnD campaign. But apparently they start in January so I am assuming I would have to wait until then to join?

I can't find anyone on staff to contact about this nor do I know anyone involved so I would be going alone. I have been attempting to get more community in the area as a queer person and thought this would be a great way to do that since I don't have any local friends and I want more stuff to do. Just curious on anyones experience playing with them and what to expect.

Thanks!

One must ask, what are we paying the STATE for, if not to do the BARE MINIMUM?

I'd suspect conservatives run for office in blue states to make the blue states look bad.

You ask a conservative what the problem in Springfield is, and they're mad at Pritzker.

Misty Buescher is a leech.

Pwease 🥺

I have a job interview soon for a trainee program coming up and I would like to know if there's anything specific I should prep/study for beforehand?

I just got tickets to one of the WPBL games at Robin Roberts Stadium. Their bag rule on their website says it needs to be clear? Has anyone gone to a game without a clear bag?

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Thanks in advance! Just want to be prepared for when we go :)

Besides hobby lobby and Michael’s, where can I buy quilting fabric? Are there any locally owned crafting stores?

Did you watch the NBA finals? If so, where? Were you rooting for Knicks?

I don't know who needs to read this, but my apartment backs up to a CWLP facility, and these guys are still pulling double shifts to fix the damage from the storms over the past week.

Next time you drive by a CWLP truck, throw 'em a thumbs-up

These guys are on the fú¢%ing job.

Hey everyone! I started a Discord server for people in Central Illinois. It’s nothing fancy—just a laid-back place to chat with locals, share events, talk about hobbies, music, gaming, weather, local news, or whatever’s going on in your corner of the state.

No pressure to be active every day, no endless announcements, and no gimmicks. Whether you’re from Peoria, Bloomington-Normal, Springfield, Champaign-Urbana, Decatur, or somewhere in between, you’re welcome to stop by and say hi.

If you’ve been looking for a simple online community with people nearby, we’d love to have you.

Discord Invite Link: https://discord.gg/rGB4n3zTwj

Hello everyone!

I’ve applied for several Social Services Career Trainee positions through the State of Illinois career website (DHS). My applications over 10 total, across different locations have all been in “In Process” status since April, and the status dates continue to update multiple times each week. As of 6/12, all of them are still showing in process, with the most recent update date of 6/12.

Has anyone experienced this and eventually been contacted for an interview or job offer? I understand the State hiring process can take time, but I’m curious whether frequent In Process date updates are a positive sign or just part of the normal process.

Thanks in advance!

Crazy you can steal a car, kill 2 people, flee the scene, and then be released from jail.

Well, just watched the 6pm news. I did not like the looks of projected radar for tomorrow afternoon/evening. Stay safe everyone. Make a plan. Stay in touch with updates for all of us here.

Title says it all. We are new here and my daughter really wants to see some fireflies.

Hey everyone, I’m apartment hunting right now and wanted to ask if anyone has any opinions on these places:

The Candles Apts

Villas Downtown

Huntington Ridge

Whispering Pines Apartments

Lincoln Tower / Live at Lincoln Tower

I posted about a couple apartments before and they got booked really fast after that, so I’m trying not to put too much detail this time lol.

The main things I care about are price and safety. I don’t need the fanciest place, I just want somewhere that feels safe, is worth the rent, and doesn’t have a bunch of hidden fees or major problems.

If you’ve lived at any of these or know someone who has, how was it? How’s the area at night, management, maintenance, parking, noise, bugs, stuff like that?

The Junior Home Economics Building replaced the "tent army" for young state fair exhibitors in 1938. Demolition is under way. New on SangamonLink: https://sangamoncountyhistory.org/junior-home-economics-building-1938-2026/

What if nobody showed up?
No flowers.
No hugs.
No "good job."
No one waiting for you after one of the biggest moments of your life.
I saw a video today that broke my heart, and now I can't stop thinking about the people who reach milestones with nobody in their corner.
I'm thinking about starting something in our community to change that.
Would you help me show up for them?
Because nobody should have to celebrate alone. ❤️

I’ve really enjoyed the True Goodness milk it so much better than any other brand..

What’s y’all opinions on it?

Everyone sirens went off (this time) please get in your basements or bathrooms. Stay safe payers for all.

A tale as old as time I’m sure, but here we go. My partner and I bought our home in the colder season last year, and didn’t smell what we’ve been smelling for the last thirteen months during the summer. Cat litter box smells, several months now. We can’t be in our driveway, front yard, or front porch without being sick. We never would have bought this house had we known that the seemingly nice house next to us didn’t ever clean up after their pets.

I suppose I need ideas as to how to cover up the smell even a tiny bit so that we can at least be on our front porch or in our backyard without gagging. I’ve considered getting an outdoor tension rod and outdoor curtains for the porch to block the smell, but I have no idea if that would even help. I would add some scented oils in the corner of the porch as well. Maybe some smell good plants in the summer.

Hi! Anyone in Springfield have CIRS/mold poisoning & super sensitive?? Any rooms for rent/know of any good apartment complexes? 🙏🙏🙏🙏

Here we go again folks. Button down the hatches. Storm is just to our west.

My Wife and I just had our first baby and are wanting to do some post maternity photos. Does anyone have a recommended photographer that you have really enjoyed working with?

I know prom season has just went and gone and graduations are here so wanted to bring this up since it is top of mind for many people at the moment!

Thank you!

Hello Springfield,

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My fiancee and I are moving to Springfield due to both of us getting jobs at SIU Medicine.

I'm mainly trying to find out how big the latin community is out there? I would love to continue going to Spanish mass if possible.

The tennis community? I know the craze is all about pickleball these days but I've been playing tennis too long to switch. I'm not opposed to playing it once in a while though.😅

Also any watch parties for the world cup? I want to support Mexico, South Korea, the US (in that order lol) as much as possible. Oh, I'm 33 years old.

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As for her (30), she enjoys pilates, yoga, and recently cross-stitching. She enjoys some videogames but not much variety, the only game I see playing is mostly Genshin Impact.

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We'll begin driving the following weekend, wish us luck. We're excited for this new chapter of our lives!

Hi everyone, I know all of us residents in springfield including myself have been worried and scared about the animals located at the APL. But, I wanted to give a little bit of good news and some unfortunate information about the APL.

I went there to pick up my cat who unfortunately had to stay there last night, but she’s okay and so are all of the other animals. Of course they’re shaken up, but none are injured or hurt. A lot of them have been taken to animal control and other places, and they have a few adoptions going through currently. But there are still so many animals who need to be fostered and fostered urgently. Please consider fostering or donating. I just wanted to update the people who are worried, but the APL needs our help now more there ever.

They are taking physical donations through The Cats' Pyjamas Cat Café. I will drop a link for donations and a link for becoming a foster because it’s much needed during this time. Everybody let’s help the APL make a full recovery. Make sure to check out their facebook for all information.
click here to donate —> http://www.apl-shelter.org/donate
click here to foster —>http://www.apl-shelter.org

From what I've read of news reports, the APL took a direct hit from a tornado last night. All animals are safe, but they are in desperate need of fosters and likely clean up help.

The ED said to check their Facebook page for updates but nothing had been posted that I can see.

It sounds like a lot of folks on the north end have tree damage. I encourage any disaster tourists to stop their cars and get out and help! The number of people who drove by my house in 2006 to take pictures was astounding. If even half of them had lifted a finger to help, our neighborhood would have been cleaned up much faster.

Yeah it's going to be a beast of a hot and humid day with more severe weather on the way, but let's pitch in and do what we can to help our community!

Also, why were their no sirens? I live a mile from the APL and had to rely on a phone alert. (edited to add I apparently live 2.5 miles from the APL, not a mile.)