The Courier (Lincoln, IL)

The Lincoln Courier serves as the sole daily newspaper in Lincoln, Illinois, along with the neighboring regions, including Logan County. This publication is part of the Gannett family of media companies.

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New Springfield business offers flowers, lattes and books to its customers

2 days ago | lincolncourier.com | Claire Grant

Evergreen Floral Shop and Cafe, which offers flowers, coffee and books, opened June 21 in Springfield. Owner Sarah Wilks, a licensed nurse practitioner, cosmetologist, and florist, left her job at Springfield Clinic to pursue this dream. Wilks named the shop after her late father and co-owns it with her husband and two children. SPRINGFIELD – A new local shop may become a mainstay rotation for books, brewed coffee and blooming roses.
Beloved Peoria-area high school baseball coach named to national hall of fame

2 days ago | lincolncourier.com | Adam Duvall

Jerry Rashid has been enshrined among the nation's best. The former high school baseball coach was inducted into the National High School Athletic Coaches Association Hall of Fame on Tuesday night in Rapid City, South Dakota. Rashid won 807 games over a combined 39 seasons at Princeville, Peoria Bergan, Peoria Notre Dame and Illinois Valley Central. During his time at IVC, Rashid collected a trio of Illinois High School Association state trophies in 2006, 2008 and 2010.
Downtown Springfield music festival canceled in 2025, plans 2026 return

4 days ago | lincolncourier.com | Claire Grant

Claire GrantSpringfield State Journal- RegisterThe 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.
New summer beer coming to Illinois State Fair thanks to local nonprofit and microbrewery

5 days ago | lincolncourier.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.
Vote now: What temperature do you set your thermostat during the summer?

1 week ago | lincolncourier.com | Steven Spearie

Steven SpearieSpringfield State Journal- RegisterCentral Illinois temperatures will be climbing. That means the control for the air conditioning setting might be the most valuable piece of property in the house. More: Hot, humid weather hitting central Illinois this weekend. What you need to knowThe U.S. Department of Energy recommends setting your thermostat to 78 degrees when you are at home during the summer. Do you follow the recommendations or do you go more an "igloo" type of setting.
Chicken fettuccine alfredo products recalled, linked to listeria outbreak. Where were they sold?

1 week ago | lincolncourier.com | Hannah Hudnall

Texas-based food manufacturer FreshRealm is voluntarily recalling chicken fettuccine alfredo products that may be contaminated with strains of listeria monocytogenes, according to a Food Safety and Inspection Service press release. The products are being recalled by FreshRealm establishments in San Clemente, California, Montezuma, Georgia and Indianapolis, Indiana. Here's what we know. Which products are being recalled? The company is recalling the following items:32.8-oz.
What's the story behind 'Chili Finger'? New thriller has scenes shot in Illinois towns

2 weeks ago | lincolncourier.com | Hannah Hudnall |Wes Huett

Two east central Illinois cities are buzzing after distinct set decorations for a new movie were spotted in the areas. The dark comedy, named "Chili Finger," has reportedly already begun filming with a cast of A-list actors – and it's also based on a true story. Here's what we know. What is 'Chili Finger' about? The movie is categorized as an "adventure," "comedy" and "thriller" on IMDb.Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.
Washington advances, Dunlap falls in 3A baseball sectionals

3 weeks ago | lincolncourier.com | Matt Dayhoff

Matt DayhoffWashington pitcher Carter Prina (12) walks off the field as his teammates celebrate at the end of their Class 3A baseball sectional semifinal Wednesday, June 4, 2025 in Chillicothe. The Panthers advanced to the sectional title game with a 5-1 victory over Joliet Catholic. MATT DAYHOFF/JOURNAL STARWashington pitcher Carter Prina throws against Joliet Catholic in the first inning of the Class 3A baseball sectional semifinals Wednesday, June 4, 2025 in Chillicothe.
Swarming to state: How Eureka baseball secured its first IHSA Final Four trip in 12 years

3 weeks ago | lincolncourier.com | Adam Duvall

GENESEO — A dozen years of waiting is over for Eureka. The Hornets won the Class 2A Geneseo Supersectional, beating Wilmington, 4-0, on Monday. Eureka (34-4) advances to the baseball state finals for a 4 p.m. Friday semifinal against the winner of Monticello and Springfield Sacred Heart-Griffin at Illinois Field in Champaign. This marks Eureka's first state finals berth since a 2013 Class 2A state fourth-place finish. Wilmington's season ends at 24-9. Need a break?
Need some summer fun? Check out one these free concerts in the Springfield area

4 weeks ago | lincolncourier.com | Claire Grant

SPRINGFIELD - Looking for free fun this summer? Good news, there's plenty of concerts in the Springfield area to check out. While previous downtown favorites like Abefest and Legacy of Giving music festival are no more, there will always be a reason to head downtown and enjoy the rich history of the streets with new music to add on shuffle. More: That's a wrap: Annual charity music festival not returning to SpringfieldHere are some free local concerts happening this summer.