Central Illinois

News and events from the central portion of Illinois, generally Springfield, Peoria, Decatur and Bloomington.

IPCF adds grant opportunities for grants in 2024, expands environmental grants

The Environment & Nature Grants will have $40,000 available to nonprofits that offer programs focused on the environment and nature.

By Tom Wray ● Central Illinois ● September 25, 2023

The far-right group will have its first meeting in Morton on Oct. 19.

By Tom Wray ● Central Illinois ● September 21, 2023

The goal is to create baseline data to support trans employees and help advocates.

The event is being co-sponsored by Mark Twain Casino and Dot Foods.

By Tom Wray ● Central Illinois ● September 14, 2023

The festival brought more than 300 people to Fairview Park.

The summit will be at the SIU School of Medicine Memorial Learning Center.

Book bans have become increasingly common nationwide, including the Midwest.

By Tom Wray ● Central Illinois ● September 8, 2023

The winner will go to the national pageant in Dallas next year.

The open and affirming congregations will gather on Sunday, Sept. 17.

By Tom Wray ● Central Illinois ● September 6, 2023

“Love wins.”