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Springfield Cardinals Become Ozarks Springbirds
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The Springfield Cardinals have rebranded as the Ozarks Springbirds, retaining their status as the St. Louis Cardinals’ Double-A affiliate and introducing new logos, uniforms and colors. The team says the name celebrates Springfield, the Ozarks and its Cardinals ties, though some fans and commentators have criticized the choice; the Springbirds are set to debut in 2027.
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Fatal Pedestrian Crashes Reported in Several Cities
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Pedestrians were killed in separate crashes in Columbus, Fort Wayne and Springfield, Virginia. In Fort Wayne, police are investigating a motorcycle hit-and-run, while Fairfax County police are searching for a white SUV after a fatal hit-and-run in Springfield.
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Illinois Fairs Top 1 Million Visitors Again
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Illinois' two state fairs topped 1 million visitors for a second straight year in 2026, with Du Quoin setting a record at 287,058 and Springfield at 714,231.
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Parton's Christmas Carol set for 20-city tour
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Dolly Parton’s “Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol,” a 1930s Appalachian reimagining of Dickens’ classic featuring her music and lyrics, is touring more than 20 cities. The tour includes performances at Johnson City’s ETSU Martin Center on Nov. 13 and Springfield’s UIS Performing Arts Center on Dec. 21, with Springfield tickets going on sale Oct. 9.
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Anthropic Launches New ‘Don’t Be Mean To The Clankers’ Policy
Dylan Kresak · 2 min · 9h
Raising Cane’s Opens, Plans Restaurants Across U.S.
Business
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Raising Cane’s is continuing its nationwide expansion, with new or planned restaurants in Tampa, San Francisco, Springfield, Oregon, and Rib Mountain, Wisconsin. The openings include the chain’s second San Francisco location and first Lane County restaurant, while local officials and the company point to community and business benefits alongside attention to traffic management.
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Most Influential Women in World History
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From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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New England Restaurants Spotlight Brunch, Seafood Buffets
Lifestyle
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Four highly praised brunch destinations—the Farmer’s Daughter in Massachusetts, The Whitney in Detroit, The Brunch Pub in Dayton, and Early Bird Breakfast Pub in Springfield—stand out for memorable settings and distinctive dining experiences. Several emphasize fresh, farm-to-table cooking, while The Whitney pairs brunch with the grandeur of a historic mansion.
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Salvation Army thrift stores reopen, expand
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Salvation Army thrift stores are undergoing changes in several communities: Redding’s store has reopened after flood damage, Victoria is adding a second location, Joplin is seeking volunteers to process a surge in donations, and Springfield plans to close its store while looking for a replacement. The stores help fund local services, including rehabilitation, housing and food programs.
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M24 Sushi Scored 78 in Health Inspection
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Eugene and Springfield can expect morning fog followed by mostly sunny weather, with a brief warm-up later this week before cooler conditions return. Community updates include police incidents and roadwork, while health inspections found food-safety issues at More Boba and M24 Sushi; reported problems were corrected or prompted instructions for corrective action.
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Ohio Truck Plant Layoffs Hit Workers Days Before Trump Rally
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Nearly 1,400 workers lost jobs at a Springfield, Ohio truck plant three days before a Trump rally. A three-time Trump voter called $5,000 checks a bribe and a slap in the face.
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Dana Whitfield
The Navistar closure erasing a year of job growth shows how tough things are getting for workers in Springfield.
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HBO Orders *Crazy Rich Asians* Sequel Series
HBO ordered an eight-episode Crazy Rich Asians sequel series with Constance Wu, Henry Golding and Ronny Chieng returning as regulars; production begins in 2027.
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Report Details Nearly 1,000 Children Abused by Clerics in Three Mass. Dioceses
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— Sep 30, 2026
Mass. AG report: more than 270 Catholic clerics abused nearly 1,000 children over about a century in Fall River, Springfield and Worcester dioceses.
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Marcus Bell
It's appalling that over 270 clerics could abuse nearly 1000 children across those three dioceses for so long.
Fatal Crashes and Hit-and-Runs Under Investigation
World
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Authorities are investigating several fatal roadway incidents: a driver in a white SUV fled after a deadly collision in Springfield, Virginia, while San Antonio police are probing a fatal hit-and-run on FM 78 and a separate death involving a man struck by an Amtrak train while crossing tracks. No suspect details were available in the two hit-and-run cases, and a nearby resident raised concerns about safety at the rail crossing.
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Quentin Tarantino vs Martin Scorsese
Yourlist
— VS Battle
The video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.
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NEAS Installs Rapid Charger, Expands Ambulance EV Network
Auto
— Oct 1, 2026
Qatar, North East England’s ambulance service and the city of Springfield are expanding electric-vehicle charging networks to support wider EV use, including greener ambulance operations. The projects add public and rapid charging capacity, backed by digital tools in Qatar and government funding in the UK.
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Fall Arrives Across U.S. Amid Regional Weather Swings
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— Sep 21, 2026
W-SR FFA students hung donated cornstalks on Waverly’s Bremer Ave. on Sept. 16 as a frontal boundary brought cooler fall air and 69-degree Tuesday highs to Springfield.
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Chris Dalton
Weather swings like this always throw off my fall plans for the garden.
Beach Boys cancel four September concerts after health break
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— Sep 23, 2026
The Beach Boys canceled four September shows in West Springfield, Quakertown, and North Myrtle Beach, citing circumstances beyond their control as they pause the Pet Sounds 60th anniversary tour. Frontman Mike Love’s health issues and Bruce Johnston's departure are noted factors, with refunds issued and a future October 9 Bloomington show still listed on the schedule.
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Elena Vasquez
Mike Love's issues sound serious enough to pause the whole tour, and I hope he recovers soon.
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White House Suspends Microsoft From Green Card Program Over H-1B Fraud
Dylan Kresak · 4 min · 10h
Springfield Mayor Insists ‘Your Pets Are Safe’ Amid Debunked Migrant Story
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— Sep 13, 2024
The mayor of Springfield, Ohio, is insisting residents do not have to worry about their pets being consumed. On Thursday, News Nation’s Chris Cuomo interviewed Mayor Rob Rue of Springfield and asked him about the…
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The grammar gatekeeper test
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Twelve spelling and grammar traps that catch almost everyone. Pass, and the AI knights you. Fail, and it's gentle about it. Mostly.
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Republican Gov. Mike DeWine Warns Of Lost ‘Economic Progress’ If Haitians Leave Springfield
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— Oct 31, 2024
Ohio GOP Gov. Mike DeWine claimed that the economic progress made in Springfield would be lost if the thousands of Haitians currently living there were to leave. Springfield attracted widespread media attention…
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‘It’s Disgusting’: Dem Strategist Accuses JD Vance Of ‘Literally Inviting Attacks’ On Springfield
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— Sep 16, 2024
Democratic strategist Julie Roginsky claimed Monday that Republican Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance is actually encouraging “attacks” on Springfield, Ohio. Springfield’s city hall was evacuated and shut down on Thursday following…
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‘They Are Afraid’: Locals Say Haitians Are Hoofing It Out Of Springfield After Trump Win
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— Nov 18, 2024
Haitians living in Springfield, Ohio appear to be fleeing the city in droves after President-elect Donald Trump was declared the winner of the election, according to reports from locals. The national spotlight shined on…
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Mike DeWine Says Springfield Bomb Threats Are Hoaxes From Overseas
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— Sep 17, 2024
Republican Gov. Mike DeWine of Ohio said Monday that dozens of bomb threats received at Springfield, Ohio, schools are hoaxes originating from outside the United States. The city has struggled to handle an influx of at…
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Why lasting effectiveness starts with character, not technique
Covey argues that productivity and teamwork habits collapse under pressure unless they rest on examined character principles and a written personal mission.
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‘Will You Answer That?’: Republican Whip Tom Emmer Spars With CNN Host Over Migrant Crisis In Springfield
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— Sep 16, 2024
Republican Minnesota Rep. and Majority Whip Tom Emmer sparred with CNN host Kate Bolduan on Monday over the unproven allegations that illegal Haitian migrants are eating pets in Springfield, Ohio. Republican vice…
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‘Violent Rhetoric’: ‘Morning Joe’ Host Says Trump, Vance ‘Upended The Lives’ Of Springfield Residents
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— Sep 24, 2024
MSNBC host Mika Brzezinski claimed Tuesday that former President Donald Trump’s “disgusting, hateful” rhetoric “upended the lives” of people in Springfield, Ohio, when discussing illegal immigration. Trump held a rally…
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Ohio Congressmen Beg Biden-Harris Admin For Emergency Funding For Springfield Amid Migrant Crisis
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— Sep 26, 2024
Several Ohio lawmakers asked the Biden-Harris administration on Tuesday for emergency funding for Springfield, Ohio, as the town deals with a massive influx of migration and national media attention. Six Republican Ohio…
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Trump Roasted for Claiming ‘Nobody Knows’ Where Haitian Migrants Are Coming From
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— Sep 13, 2024
Former President Donald Trump is facing mockery after suggesting “Illegal Haitian migrants taking over a beautiful place, it was so beautiful,” Trump said during a rally on Thursday. “Springfield, Ohio, I was there, I…
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Pritzker Tells Trump ‘Do Not Come To Chicago’
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— Aug 26, 2025
You almost have to admire the sheer lack of self-awareness coming out of Chicago and Springfield right now. Almost. President Donald Trump floats the idea of expanding his wildly successful federal takeover of D.C. law…
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Republican Infighting Derails GOP Plans To Lower Gas And Diesel Prices Before Election Day
Simon August · 5 min · 11h
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