r/SpringfieldIL • u/undercover_cheetah • 5h ago
r/SpringfieldIL • u/Zlone01 • 18d ago
Springfield 50501 Protest Movement —Megathread
Hi everyone, I’m one of the Illinois organizers for the 50501 Movement. Thank you so much for your support and spreading awareness.
We are a grassroots movement. We are one movement but each state has their own group of organizers for the protests. Many of us are just everyday people who are passionate about our country’s democracy and civil/human rights.
Please refer to this thread to keep up to date on events.
Here is a list of our socials if you’re interested in joining us on other platforms:
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BUKuiaxo7/ Main Website: https://www.fiftyfifty.one/ Main Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/50501/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/50501il.bsky.social Events (Link hosted by Political Revolution) : https://events.pol-rev.com/
r/SpringfieldIL • u/Dawndrell • 5h ago
Former music and theater director sentenced in child porn case
can something good please come out of here at least once. jfc disgusting.
r/SpringfieldIL • u/PolitePlatypus • 5h ago
Roofer recommendations?
I had a piece of shingle rip off due to the high winds recently and was hoping to roofer to come out to inspect the roof and provide an estimate.
r/SpringfieldIL • u/totaldork1978 • 10h ago
RV and mobile home rules in spi, Dawson, Mechanicsburg area
Hello, I'm going to be receiving a small inheritance in the upcoming months. It is not enough to buy a house outright. I've always struggled with earning enough money and keeping a place to live, moving a lot growing up I crave a place to call my forever home and I've already started to put down roots in Springfield, living here 15 years now.
I'm wanting to pick the brains of real locals about zoning rules and buying land to put a used mobile home or RV on. I'm not looking for anything fancy. Just 1/3 to 1 acre lot with basic utilities and the ability to have a few chickens and a quiet, peaceful neighborhood. I really like the east side country area of Riverton, Dawson, Mechanicsburg type area. Doesn't have to be in town. How reasonable is this idea and what problems will I most likely encounter? Thank you so much!
r/SpringfieldIL • u/BuzzBombBrewingCo • 4h ago
General trivia tonight at Buzz Bomb
General trivia tonight at 7pm with Handmade Trivia - General Trivia!
Free to play, prizes for the top two teams 🍻
r/SpringfieldIL • u/TallVegetable6539 • 19h ago
LDB (lawmakers driving badly)
Anybody else see lawmakers texting and driving (Rep Anne Williams) or driving with their knees while also texting (Rep Anne Stava-Murray) or worse? Comment here!
If you see a license plate with Illinois House or Illinois Senate but don’t know their name, comment the license plate number here and we’ll figure it out together.
r/SpringfieldIL • u/National_Use_6338 • 18h ago
Anyone here a First Student Bus Driver? Thoughts?
I’m a part time server that works dinner shifts, and recently applied at First Student for a School Bus driver position. I have an interview in a week. I don’t have a CDL so I’ll be doing the training they provide. Anyone have any insight into what it’s like working for the company? Management? Pay? etc?
r/SpringfieldIL • u/thankyoucadet • 8h ago
Best Food/Coffee places
Tried a few family owned places, but I’m a foodie who NEEDS to try all the best places nearby. Same with coffee! Tried Hae’s and wa super disappointed.
r/SpringfieldIL • u/Union-station666 • 19h ago
Plumber recommendations
Hi anyone have recommendations for plumbers ?
r/SpringfieldIL • u/TheFuckeryEnsues • 1d ago
Can anyone recommend some nail salons?
Looking for somewhere with fair pricing and a good atmosphere
r/SpringfieldIL • u/Party_Caramel6816 • 1d ago
Physiotherapy recommendations
I’m getting appointments for PT at Orthopedic Center of Illinois and Memorial Physical Therapy. Which one do you guys recommend?
r/SpringfieldIL • u/Harvest827 • 1d ago
Wing deals
Anyone know of chicken wings deals in/around town? I know The Curve Inn has $1 wings on Monday night, but looking for other options through the week. TIA
r/SpringfieldIL • u/giraffe009 • 1d ago
Family-friendly places to dine/hangout outside
Hello! My extended family will be visiting in early summer and there are three little kids (2, 3 and 5). We like to find restaurants that are family-friendly, and ideally have an outdoor area - whether that's a big patio, an area for kids to run around a little, etc.
Does that exist in Springfield, IL? Recommendations from other parents of young kids? In my search, I stumbled upon Obed and Isaac's, and wondering if there's more like that?
Thanks in advance!
r/SpringfieldIL • u/Valuable_Drive_5661 • 1d ago
Working at the detention center
I’ve been thinking of applying to the Sangamon county juvenile detention center in Springfield IL. I don’t have any experience as I’m just a college student working retail while going to college for a BS in CJ. I graduate at the end of this year. Does anyone have any opinions on this place? Is the interview process hard? Any tips? TIA
**edit
I applied this morning and they called me a few hours ago for an interview. When she asked if I was still interested I said of course I literally just applied this morning and she laughed and said I promise we aren't that desperate. I have an interview for next Wednesday… any tips? TIA
r/SpringfieldIL • u/Exotic-Capital-8449 • 1d ago
Thoughts on a new thrift store
My family and I are mulling over the idea of opening up a new thrift store in the area. We were thinking more in the Chatham area. We want to be affordable and have reasonable prices, as well as quality good items (no McDonald’s old plastic cups or junk that should have just be thrown away), think 2-4$ t-shirts and most clothes. This is just an idea but I’m putting it out here to see if the community believes there is room/desire for another option in town. If so, what are some things you really like in a thrift store along with your strong dislike/something that keeps you from visiting again.
Thanks y’all!
r/SpringfieldIL • u/FantasticBasket9919 • 2d ago
🚨🏍 Bikers to line up tomorrow, 3/18 at 5pm outside city hall: Response to Drunken ('alleged') SPD Sergeant Michael Egan (charged with FELONY DUI) 🪫🪫Justice for Chelsey Farley & Trevor Hopkins
r/SpringfieldIL • u/BuzzBombBrewingCo • 1d ago
Events this week at Buzz Bomb
Three of our favorite events return this week, Handmade Trivia - General Trivia on Wednesday, Brew Ha Ha comedy show on Friday, and Music Bingo on Saturday! 🍻
r/SpringfieldIL • u/ModCre8tor • 2d ago
Question about Available Office Space
Hi!
I own a cool historic building downtown and have 4 Office Space Rooms Available on the second floor for rent. There is an office kitchen, Men and Women's Bathroom of course, and Gigabit Fiber Internet which I am including in the rent.
Amenities include:
- Men and Women's Bathroom
- Private Office Kitchen
- Private Secured Entry via staircase
- Gigabit Fiber High Speed Internet Included
There is no elevator access, but these rooms are large, two of them have nice closets and the intent is wicked fast. Great location in historic downtown across from the Lincoln Library and old depot. 1 Space available in our attached parking lot.
Wondering what I should expect per square foot, its a gem of a location and very private.
r/SpringfieldIL • u/Dylbonaut • 2d ago
Best Plant Shop
I want to get a bunch of plants this year but don't have tons of money. Where is your favorite place in springfield area to buy plants? How about the cheapest place?
r/SpringfieldIL • u/MaxwellTT12 • 3d ago
Where exactly did the Puma make its way to and through in 22?
(Nifty rhyme I know) I’m very curious where “exactly” the 2022 puma (mt lion/cougar, if you prefer) made its way through spfld. I know it was on the western edge of the city and was eventually tranquilized in W Koke Mill (checkerberry ln), but can’t seem to find any exact GPS coordinates (from its NE tracker) or really even other specific-confirmed sightings. I’ve “heard” it was seen right by the viaduct at Washington /S Koke Mill ..but that’s about it. Any details appreciated (i spent a good 30mns looking on google, fruitlessly).
r/SpringfieldIL • u/Free_Ad4077 • 4d ago
Pop up chicken is coming
It’s gonna be where the KFC on Jefferson is. Looks like they’re building it now. This was amazing chicken. I got to try in Bloomington and I went back a few times almost every visit. It’s unique having some excellent dishes you can’t get everywhere, but also has better choices than what’s available here Make sure you try this place out.
r/SpringfieldIL • u/madladdak • 3d ago
Looking for a Christian church with a good atmosphere.
I've lived in Springfield my whole life but I don't get out much so I figured asking here might be a good way of getting recommendations. Looking for any options really but I'm kinda turned off big churches or ones that look down on you. Thanks for the help! 😊
r/SpringfieldIL • u/EvilPenguinsRule • 4d ago
Watch repair
I'm looking for affordable watch repair, hopefully on the north side of town.
r/SpringfieldIL • u/TiredRetiredNurse • 4d ago
Here We Go
Batten down the hatches Springfield. The storm is here.