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Springfield hotel found not in compliance with ADA, will have to make renovations
The U.S. Department of Justice recently reached a settlement agreement with the owners and operators of the Springfield Crowne Plaza Hotel, after being found not in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Under the agreement, Driftwood Hospitality Management, LLC, and 3000 S. Dirksen LP, will be required to renovate...
Change of scenery could be coming to high-end steakhouse, sushi restaurant in Springfield
The owners of Empire Korean Steakhouse aren’t changing their signature business, but it may look different in the near future. A recent social media post about Empire Korean Steakhouse and Sushi at 2100 West White Oaks Drive has garnered a swath of attention the past few days, after the building was found listed for sale on Coldwell Banker Commercial. ...
Meet Forty-Nine – Meow Mobile’s Cat of the Week
Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) -Introducing Forty-Nine, the gorgeous feline with a unique name, inspired by the NFL franchise in San Francisco. Forty-Nine is a petite tortoiseshell sweetheart with a soft, medium length coat. She is approximately two years old and came to the shelter as a stray on June 25.
Maid-Rite Sandwich Shop in Springfield prepares to celebrate 100 years
Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – The beloved Maid-Rite Sandwich Shop is gearing up for a big celebration as it prepares to commemorate its 100th anniversary. The iconic eatery at 118 N. Pasfield St. has been a treasured part of the community, serving up its famous loose meat sandwiches for generations. The restaurant also bills itself as the first drive-thru in the nation.
Travis Tritt and the return of flat track motorcycle racing at the 2024 Menard County Fair
Grammy-winning country singer Travis Tritt and the return of flat track motorcycle racing highlight the Menard County Fair in Petersburg July 16-21. For the first time, the Abe Lincoln Quarter Midget Association (ALQMA) makes a stop in Petersburg. The Middletown-based non-profit youth racing organization is for children ages 5-16. Racing is in the Grandstand at 11 a.m. July 21.
New multimillion dollar gymnastics facility coming to Springfield area
A new gymnastics facility is in the works, according to a commercial permit filed with the City of Springfield Building and Zoning Department on June 13. The new gymnastics facility will be located at 3400 Gateway Drive in Springfield. The 1.12-acre lot that the facility is being built on sold for $209,000 in 2023, according to Realtor.com.
Celebrate Hot Dog Day with the best dogs in central Illinois
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — It’s National Hot Dog Day! Central Illinois is home to some of the best dogs, bratwursts, sausages, corn dogs and frankfurters around. You can find some of the best places to get a dog in the area based on Google review scores below:. Peoria...
How to recreate a St. Augustine staple in Springfield
Whenever we travel back to the area where I grew up in Florida, it is a must to stop in St. Augustine for fried shrimp with extra pink sauce. If you find yourself on the east coast of Florida, make some time to soak up the history and food St. Augustine has to offer.
Pouring it on: These are Springfield's 3 best coffee shops as voted by readers
Need a pick-me-up to start the day? A cup of joe might be the fix. If that's you, check out the top three local coffee shops in the Springfield area as voted by readers in the 2023 Official Community Choice awards. Winner: Grab-a-Java. Locations: 1702 S. Sixth St., Springfield; 300...
Pillsbury history salvaged after fire: Doughboy and other artifacts to be exhibited
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS) — Moving Pillsbury Forward recovered Pillsbury artifacts from the plant from the 413 Adams St. building fire. Officials say these items include the bicep doughboy panel, the smutters chalkboard, three custom metal grain scoops, and the service department rolodex. We're told about 30% of the art...
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