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Everything you need to know about the Rock the Dock bash in Springfield

1 day ago | sj-r.com | Claire Grant

Claire GrantSpringfield State Journal- RegisterSPRINGFIELD – Springfield's biggest Fourth of July celebration is right around the corner. Rock the Dock is back for another year of fireworks, food, music and fun. Here's everything to know about this year's bash. Where is it? Lake Springfield Marina, 17 Waters Edge Blvd., SpringfieldNeed a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. More: Planning to shoot off fireworks in Illinois? Here's what's legal and what isn'tWhen is it?
What type of business would you like to see in downtown Springfield? Vote in our poll

3 days ago | sj-r.com | Claire Grant

Claire GrantSpringfield State Journal- RegisterOne look on commercial real estate websites like Coldwell Banker Commercial and Showcase make it clear there's plenty of space downtown for new businesses to operate in. The question is though: what should move into these locations? We know it's a complex question given there's more than one vacancy that can be filled. We also know there are plenty of economic reasons that may make it difficult for businesses to operate downtown.
Paint the Street, Railyard Ride among 5 things going on in Springfield

3 days ago | sj-r.com | Claire Grant

Claire GrantSpringfield State Journal- RegisterThe final weekend of June offers plenty of things to do to enjoy the summer weather in Springfield. Here are five things going on this weekend in the area. Paint the Street 2025What: Take over Washington Street in downtown Springfield with buckets of every color under the rainbow with the Springfield Art Association. Each six-by-six-foot square is a chance for local artists of every skill level to show off their creativity for the rest of summer.
Meet the SJ-R's boys track and field athletes of the year and all-area team for 2025

3 days ago | sj-r.com | Ryan Mahan

Ryan MahanSpringfield State Journal- RegisterThe 2025 boys high school track and field season was filled with spectacular performances all season. For teams in The State Journal-Register's coverage area, that culminated with Auburn’s state championship medal in the final race of the year: the 4x400-meter relay. Here are the 12 members of the SJ-R's 2025 boys track and field all-area team.
Downtown Springfield music festival canceled in 2025, plans 2026 return

4 days ago | sj-r.com | Claire Grant

The Downhome Music Festival in Springfield, Illinois, is canceled for 2025 due to downtown street construction. Organizers plan to hold a pub crawl on the original festival dates (July 25-26) to allow booked bands to perform. SPRINGFIELD -- Another summer festival won't be returning to Springfield this year, but not for the reason you may think. Downhome Music Festival, a festival featuring bands and beer, was set to take place July 25 and July 26.
Here are the SJ-R's girls track and field athletes of the year and all-area team for 2025

4 days ago | sj-r.com | Ryan Mahan

Here are The State Journal-Register's girls track and field athletes of the year and the other members of the Springfield all-area team for 2025. The two winners are listed first, followed by the rest of the all-area team. More: Girls state track: Plains, Carlinville win first, North Mac's Crawford takes four medalsMore: VOTE: Who is The State Journal-Register's girls track and field athlete of the year?
VOTE: Who is The State Journal-Register's boys track and field athlete of the year?

4 days ago | sj-r.com | Ryan Mahan

Ryan MahanSpringfield State Journal- RegisterReaders, here's a chance to let everyone know who you think should be the boys track and field athlete of the year in the Springfield area. The poll closes at noon Tuesday, July 1. The State Journal-Register will unveil its own all-area boys track and field team and the track athletes of the year in the coming days. If you have trouble viewing the poll, click on this link. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.
Photo gallery: Local and wire photos of SHG grad Malik Turner throughout his football career

4 days ago | sj-r.com | Ryan Mahan

Ryan MahanSacred Heart-Griffin's Malik Turner brings the championship trophy down to his team after they defeated Montini during the IHSA 5A championship game at Huskie Stadium in Dekalb, IL Saturday, Nov. 30, 2013. Ted Schurter/The State Journal-RegisterState Journal-RegisterIllinois Fighting Illini wide receiver Malik Turner (11) gets a block from wide receiver Desmond Cain (86) after a catch against Nebraska in the fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium in Champaign on Oct. 3, 2015.
New summer beer coming to Illinois State Fair thanks to local nonprofit and microbrewery

5 days ago | sj-r.com | Claire Grant

Springfield Beer Co. and a local non-profit are collaborating on a new summer lager. The light beer, with a low alcohol content, will be available at the Illinois State Fair and Springfield Beer Co.This collaboration revives the legacy of Reisch Beer, a historic Springfield brewery. A new beer courtesy of a local nonprofit organization and a Springfield microbrewery is officially in the works.
New summer beer coming to Illinois State Fair thanks to local nonprofit and microbrewery

5 days ago | sj-r.com | Claire Grant

Springfield Beer Co. and a local non-profit are collaborating on a new summer lager. The light beer, with a low alcohol content, will be available at the Illinois State Fair and Springfield Beer Co.This collaboration revives the legacy of Reisch Beer, a historic Springfield brewery. A new beer courtesy of a local nonprofit organization and a Springfield microbrewery is officially in the works.