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5 things to do this weekend across central Illinois April 3-5
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5 things to do this weekend across central Illinois April 3-5

  • WAND Digital Team
  • Updated 18 hrs ago

The weekend is upon us, and there are plenty of things to do and see across central Illinois. Here are a selection of events, markets, concerts and more happening in your area.  

Death under investigation by Illinois State Police in Christian County
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Death under investigation by Illinois State Police in Christian County

  • WAND Digital Team
  • Updated 18 hrs ago

Illinois State Police are investigating after a death in Stonington Thursday night.

Kenney Fire Department comes together during 9th annual community blood drive
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Kenney Fire Department comes together during 9th annual community blood drive

  • WAND Digital Team
  • Updated Apr 3, 2026

The Village of Kenney's fire department came together Friday to fulfill an important need as it hosted its ninth annual community blood drive.

UIS faculty goes on strike after 11 months of unsuccessful negotiations
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UIS faculty goes on strike after 11 months of unsuccessful negotiations

  • WAND Digital Team, Hannah Flayhan
  • Updated Apr 3, 2026

University of Illinois Springfield United Faculty (UISUF) members officially went on strike Friday morning as Chancellor Janet Gooch and UIS administration failed to reach an agreement with the union.

Illini headed to Final Four, sparking statewide excitement
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Illini headed to Final Four, sparking statewide excitement

  • Caryn Eisert
  • Updated Apr 3, 2026

For the first time in over two decades, Illinois Fighting Illini men's basketball is heading back to the Final Four, and across central Illinois, the excitement is impossible to miss.

Scovill Zoo visitors enjoy weather, animals on opening day
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Scovill Zoo visitors enjoy weather, animals on opening day

  • WAND Digital Team
  • Updated Apr 3, 2026

Staff said guests enjoyed the beautiful weather, riding the train and carousel, enjoying snacks and getting up close to the goats at the petting zoo.

Cunningham Children's Home to host 22nd Festival of Quilts event
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Cunningham Children's Home to host 22nd Festival of Quilts event

  • WAND Digital Team
  • Updated Apr 2, 2026

Quilts for a cause: Cunningham Children's Home in Urbana is set to host its 22nd Festival of Quilts event this month. 

Decatur police launch mapping tool to track local police activity
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Decatur police launch mapping tool to track local police activity

  • WAND Digital Team
  • Updated Apr 2, 2026

The Decatur Police Department announced the launch of a mapping tool to provide the community with more access to police activity.

Local family encourages organ donation for National Donate Life Month
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Local family encourages organ donation for National Donate Life Month

  • Carlee Bronkema
  • Updated Apr 2, 2026

Five-year-old Colton Deedrich loved life. Whether he was playing sports, cleaning, or hanging out with his family, Colton loved it all. When he died, his parents knew what he would have wanted to continue his legacy. 

'They don't care': Mother of Coles Co. incarcerated person who attempted suicide speaks out
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'They don't care': Mother of Coles Co. incarcerated person who attempted suicide speaks out

  • Hannah Flayhan
  • Updated Apr 3, 2026

Over the weekend, four people incarcerated in Coles County Jail attempted suicide, prompting an investigation. Bambi Brunsell, mother of one of them, said this is a result of negligence.

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