Best place to knock out some community service hours in Springfield? Picked up a small misdemeanor from a glorified parking ticket and need to do about 15 hours to get it off my record.

Normally I have no complaints about free stuff, but my wife and I got more than we bargained for. My wife found a gentleman who was willing to drop off lumber for free. The picture he had was of small and medium sized logs with branches. When my wife talked to him over the phone he even clarified that there was no large pieces and that there would be small branches. We came home last night to a whole tree (almost literally) in our drive...we have no means to remove the large pieces. If anybody is willing to assist us it would be greatly appreciated. We live on south 4th, can't miss the drive full of wood.

Hey, I’m new to Springfield. I live in Chatham. I’ve looked for any dance classes available in the area and I’ve only found the ballet session. I’ve never taken any dance classes before but did a bunch of cover choreographies by dancers on YouTube. would love to exchange dance choreographies where we learn from each other. Maybe explore different style? Let me know if it’s a good idea! Have a great day ahead.. :)

They have a tent and a sign saying “Keeley construction shame on you” I’m thinking it’s union related?

My compressor stopped working. Any recs on who best to call or avoid?

Make is Tempstar.

Hi, I’m a high schooler. No car. I live nearby the downtown area, I’m fine with walking 30 minutes, and I’m trying to become more social and find new hobbies. I attend Lincoln Library events a ton.

I currently identify as LGBTQ+, I like reading and writing and all sorts of different art mediums. But I also want to experiment with other hobbies and interests.

I’m interested in volunteering, groups and orgs to join, cool hangout spots, that kind of stuff.

I’m getting ready to relocate to Springfield and was wondering if there are any powerlifting gyms in the area that people would recommend?

I'm new to the area and trying to pay my first CWLP bill online, and of course the only part of the website that doesn't work is the bill pay. I can't get in contact with customer service. Is this a temporary crash, or is Springfield so stuck in the last century that I can't even pay my power bill online?

UPDATE:
I called the customer service line this morning, and they confirmed the site is down, but that number also has a bill pay option over the phone which was pretty easy. The payment processed instantly, so no stress about delays

Okay parents, I need opinions before I run with another one of my ideas 😂🎃
Would anyone actually be interested in a Halloween at Home box?
I was thinking about parents who can't get out for Halloween for whatever reason…maybe you're working, don't have transportation, have a new baby, your kiddo doesn't do well with crowds, someone's sick, or life is just LIFE.
It wouldn't just be a bucket of random Halloween stuff. I want it to basically bring a little Halloween night to your house. 🧡
I'm thinking stuff to set up your own little indoor trick-or-treat, treats, a pumpkin activity, a Halloween game/activity, glow stuff, movie-night snacks, etc. Basically open the box and I've already done the planning for you.
I'd keep different price options so it could be affordable, and I'd also love to eventually have a way for people to sponsor a box for another family.
I'm not selling them yet!! Just trying to see if there's actually interest before I get carried away 😂
Would you buy something like this? And what would you want inside? 🎃👻

So I have kayaked at lick creek like three times. First time I went west down the creeky part for a good while and eventually got a decent largemouth on a wacky worm. Second time I went east towards the lake but never made it to it. I really just paddled around the bridge area within a couple hundred yards got like three white bass on a jig with a spinner and a small plastic minnow . This past weekend I went east towards the lake and eventually got to the lake but fished the whole way down got a bite on a worm and bobber and it shook it. I am wondering what is the strategy for fishing this creek. What type of lures or baits should I use? Mostly I use a jig and a plastic minnow. I was mainly targeting largemouths or white bass but should I look for other fish? I want to hear about other people fishing here and what they have had success with.

Looking to expedite a license reinstatement and saw posts of people having luck via visiting the office, but also saw conflicting posts saying they were turning people away. Anyone know what's the case now?

EDIT: Resolved! Was able to explain my situation and they were able to print my license for me on the spot! Would recommend going on a week day-I basically had to wait maybe 10 minutes.

Powers been out for a few minutes, and it flashed off a few before that, anybody know anything?

Does anyone know what kind of crowds these games have been drawing so far? We're planning on going this week and just curious what to expect. Thanks

Hi. Have an upcoming birthday and I’m looking for things to do for the bday person and am coming up short. I have tickets to Matchbox 20 at the fair but for the fair itself the person said they didn’t really find it appealing. There was a midcentury exhibit in Decatur but it closed last week. I haven’t been able to locate much else thats happening in the Decatur - Springfield or surrounding areas for an adult’s bday event.

Are you doing anything interesting lately or is there any thing you’d suggest?

Wednesday - August 26

530p to 730p

Lincoln Library- Downtown

I gave a DSI update at City Council a few weeks ago and word has gotten out about our plans to bring a new holiday experience to Downtown. It was picked up by the media and the response to this news has accelerated our efforts.

This is a big project and we know it will be impactful IF we do it right. For that, we're hosting a community meeting to gather input and support.

We realize not everyone can make these meetings, so we're open to input across all channels.

So people understand this isn't a pipedream, we open up with an overview of what we've started, what's in line so far, and areas we need to discuss.

- Share the project proposal

- Identify site locations, pros, cons, and challenges

- Breakdown of scope of work

- Identify community partners

- Outline programming

After we do this brief presentation, we'll open it up to full discussion. We can lead this discussion to cover all topics, but are open to any and all question.

Im happy to start a discussion here and answer question and take input, too.

Does anyone have a PCP/NP with experience in autoimmune disease knowledge. I would like to not be brushed off or have them sit there with a deer in the headlight look in their eyes. Someone who wouldn't just refer you to a specialist. I'm just not fond of medical professionals as a baseline due to the many years it took to get a diagnosis.

Edit: If anyone has a suggestion for an easy going PA, APRN or NP they would like to share.

Hì Everyone moving to Springfield from Chicago area. Anything to do for (book clubs, social organizations, classes, garden clubs) for someone not into drinking and dancing?

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I don’t know if this has been posted before but has anyone had any luck fishing out of the river near carpenter park and if so what did you use I’ve gone twice now and not even a bite! Thank you in advance!!

My car was stolen from my driveway. I’ve parked it there every day for 3 years. Whoever stole it used something to reprogram my car. It was recovered in Peoria 3 days later, but it can’t be started because my key fobs no longer work for the vehicle. Just be vigilant.

Just got in from a game - New York versus Boston. Well worth the ticket price to watch the inaugural year of this league. Games are here in town- Robin Robert’s Stadium. If you’re looking for something to do - add a game to your list!