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Good morning Springfield! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Want a fresh take on the Constitution at UIS this week?
  • Why Monday's WPBL Game 3 in Springfield could be historic.
  • Planning a fall day trip? Explore Lincoln's New Salem near Springfield.

Also on today's calendar: Boots & Bow Ties Annual Fundraiser benefiting Senior Services of Centra lIlinois and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the fish say when she hit a wall? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Breezy with lots of sun, with a high of 82 and low of 71 degrees.
  • Tuesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 94, low: 70. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: A thunderstorm in spots, with a high of 88 and low of 71 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. UIS to host four performances of 'What the Constitution Means to Me' (wandtv.com) — Springfield's University of Illinois Springfield is marking Constitution Day with four performances of the play "What the Constitution Means to Me" from Sept. 17–20 in the UIS Studio Theater. Local audiences can expect an interactive debate element, a post-show panel opening night, and a production aimed at making civic participation feel engaging and essential.
   

2. How the New York Heights forced Game 3 in in WPBL semifinals (theixsports.com) — Springfield is hosting the WPBL semifinals, where the New York Heights just forced a decisive Game 3 with a dramatic 9–7 win over the Los Angeles Queens. Fans in town can watch women's pro baseball history unfold Monday night as the teams battle again in Springfield for a spot in the championship series.
   

3. Every Log Cabin Stands Open At This Rebuilt 1830s Village Near Springfield, Illinois (takingthekids.com) — Just twenty miles northwest of Springfield, Lincoln's New Salem State Historic Site offers a free, immersive 1830s village experience with open log cabins, costumed interpreters, and miles of wooded trails. It's an easy day trip for Springfield residents, with hands-on history, kids' activities, and seasonal special events that bring Abraham Lincoln's early years to life.
   

4. Illinois Department Of Public Health Urges Public To Get Vaccinated Ahead Of Respiratory Virus Season (effinghamradio.com) — From Springfield, state health officials are urging residents to get updated vaccines for COVID-19, flu, and RSV as respiratory virus season begins, with detailed recommendations by age and risk group. The Illinois Department of Public Health is also expanding access through a standing order for COVID-19 shots and tools like vaccine locator dashboards to help Springfield-area residents find low- or no-cost options.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Happy Saturday neighbors.
    Hope you all are having a great day. Share a picture of your fur babies. I'll start with my 4 Shih-Tzu's. (Nextdoor Franklin Park Estates)
  • I've really been into veggies more then I used to lately.
    Tonight I made asain style green beans with squash, red onion, red pepper and fresh green beans, soy sauce and oyster sauce! It was sooo good! I didn… (Nextdoor Northside)
  • Chick-fil-A posted a job opening for Daytime Hospitality Team Member in Springfield. Apply here.
  • Cracker Barrel Old Country Store posted a job opening for Busser in Springfield. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Springfield here.

Ok Springfield! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Dam! (Thank you George G. for sending it in!)
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