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The city of Springfield bought the plot of land, known locally as the “Y-Block” north of the Governor’s Mansion for $1.5 million in 2014 using funds from the downtown’s TIF district. #tax #park #centersquare

"Everyone in the community benefits when parks are kept in good shape," said Joyce, D-Essex. "I encourage all those in the 40th District with projects in the works to apply before the coming deadline." #patrickjoyce #grants #parks

Illinois State Parks to Celebrate National Trails Day with Hikes Across the State (Springfield, IL) - Outdoor enthusiasts are being encouraged to hit the...

IDNR officials said all existing reservations will automatically transfer to the new system. However, users will need to create a new account and password to access their bookings, using the same email address tied to their current reservations. #campsite #reservation #summer

Organizers describe the initiative as one of the most expansive efforts to ensure Illinois’ role in the semiquincentennial celebration is inclusive and representative of communities statewide. #anniversary #stories

The project has been under administrative review since December 2025, and federal funds have not yet been released. According to the governor’s office, the administration has not provided a timeline for when the project may move forward. #project #greatlakes #funding

Funding for the scholarships comes from donations made by individuals and partner organizations dedicated to protecting the state’s natural resources. #scholarships #applications

Beginning in 2026, the state will operate under a three-zone structure, with the South and South-Central zones combined into a single South Zone. #hunting #waterfowl

The new system is being rolled out across the 25-county CWD management area in northern and west-central Illinois, where hunters are encouraged to submit samples at mandatory or voluntary firearm check stations, participating vendors, or self-serve drop-off sites. #tests

The study, Divided Waters, examines the Lake Michigan Service Area, which spans 284 municipalities across seven counties and serves more than 5.5 million residents. #watersystem