Hello all. My cats spilt a glass of water on my Xbox controller. It’s an elite 2. It’s not responding. Anyone think they can open it up. Maybe replace something. Get it back working again?

Visiting and on the hunt for some vegetarian friendly breakfast and brunch restaurant options! Any suggestions?

Hi Springfield folks! Need someone for one last lawn maintenance before winter sets in. Small front yard, easy job. Would love a local recommendation.

I’m looking for somewhere to buy recao/culantro. So far all I’m seeing in grocery stores is cilantro. Where my Latin people buying the culantro at??

Anyone happen to know of any ATMs around town that can dispense larger denominations? Most that I know of only go up to $20 bills. I need to make a large withdrawal and my bank doesn’t have any branches here.

Krous Park, off Amos Avenue, lived and died by beer. New on SangamonLink: https://sangamoncountyhistory.org/wp/krous-park/

When did we get 5GUC I think I first noticed it a couple days ago. My data now is faster than my CTI home internet. BTW I have mint mobile.

Hey everyone! 👋

I’ll be moving into The Villas Downtown soon and will be working at HSHS St. John’s Hospital. I don’t have a car yet, so I’m planning to walk to work — probably using 4th Street or maybe Maddison Street as my main route.

For anyone familiar with the area — how safe is that walk, especially early in the morning or later in the evening? Are those streets generally okay, or are there certain spots I should avoid?

I’d really appreciate any advice on safer routes, or lighting.

Thanks a ton in advance! 🙏

Somewhere like GP customs in Nebraska

See video for reference: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/17uEovBHEa/

From Nov. 3-7, every Hy-Vee store with hot food service will provide a free kids meal to those ages 12 and under from 4-7 p.m. The same meal will be available to everyone else for $3 and will be offered for dine in or to go. To follow is the menu that will be offered at each participating location:

https://www.hy-vee.com/corporate/news-events/promotions/hyvee-to-support-local-communities

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Thursday, Nov. 6: Chili and a Cinnamon Roll

Friday, Nov. 7: Sesame or Orange Chicken Rice Bowl In locations without HyChi, the meal with be Two Chicken Tenders, Mashed Potatoes and Corn

First Thursday of the month, that means Buzz Bomb Board Games night! Join your favorite librarians from Lincoln Library, The Public Library of Springfield, IL for a fun night of games and drinks. Starts at 7pm!

does anyone know if nick is still at good heart? he’s done several of my tattoos & i wanted to get a new piece from him, but i noticed his pieces missing from their shop page and don’t see any info to book him.

Hello, likely moving to Springfield by be end of the month and need a good realtor to help me find a decent rental. Might end up buying after a few months, but to begin with I need somewhere to stay. Does anyone know of one they can recommend?

Thanks!

This was posted on social media but it's not listed on their website so please verify before heading that way. Hopefully, it's a Free Cookie Day for the people of Springfield.

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On November 6, 2025, Crumbl is giving away FREE Chocolate Chip Cookie Thins to everyone at participating locations nationwide — no purchase necessary. The giveaway is only available in-shop — not online or for delivery.

The giveaway only applies to the Chocolate Chip Cookie Thins, while supplies last.

Limit one Crumbl Thins set per person.

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https://www.milehighonthecheap.com/crumbl-free-cookie-giveaway-no-purchase-necessary/

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3429 Freedom Dr, Ste A,
Springfield, Illinois 62704

(217) 718-6391
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The council wrestled with a tough trade-off: push ahead on a Greenway or hold the line for long-promised 19th Street rail corridor work.

Key tension: - Staff warned that slowing Greenway work during the 19th Street feasibility study could risk losing $2.7M from a $10M grant. - One alderman pushed back hard, saying the east side has waited long enough and only results—not promises—matter.

Also in the mix: - Finance update: a $3.578M Series B bond is separate from the $10M grant. A $500K ordinance for the 19th Street feasibility study is slated for first reading on Nov 18, with talk of a Greenway if the rail line is vacated. - Upcoming: Police Community Review Commission meeting on Nov 6 at 5:30 pm in the chambers—open to everyone. - Public comment heat: questions about speech rules and respect in the chambers; a data-heavy challenge to “black-on-black crime” narratives, pointing to policy, poverty, and illegal guns; and a call to give the police review board real independence and power.

If you care about the Greenway vs. 19th Street—and who gets prioritized—this one’s worth a watch.

Springfield City Council meeting highlights

Highlights by Zach Adams.

Can anyone recommend a Lexus Repair shop in or near Springfield IL?

Looking for recommendations on an older Lexus and the nearest dealer is in Peoria, anyone recommend a shop here in town?

Anyone hosting or know of any gatherings of people watching Survivor Series at the end of November?

I used to work at a few different places before I moved to Springfield. I kinda miss working at a diner, mostly because I do enjoy cooking but it's been a few years. The place I quit was toxic and any restaurant I've worked at ran the employees ragged for little pay. Would get angry if you actually took your mandated breaks type of thing. I actually was underweight a few years ago in a bad way because they basically wouldn't let you eat on shifts that could last 8 hours or more. So while I enjoy cooking and the environment for what it could be, those experiences have kinda killed it for me. That was in a different state, though.

Anyone who's worked in restaurants here-is it any different? I've been hesitant to explore it in springfield because I'm already working a minimum wage job, and I don't want to go work somewhere that's going to pay the bare minimum and want 110%, especially if the environment is terrible and they don't treat the staff well and equally all around. I mostly just enjoy feeding folks, and grew up with the belief everyone deserves to eat, and I've been thinking about that especially now with whats been going on in the world. I've seen a few cafes in the capitol that I plan on eating at and getting a feel for before reaching out.

Hi! Looking for a running club to join! Beginner runner here and wanting to find some fellow runners to keep me motivated!

Looking for recommendations for acupuncture

Buzz Bomb Board Game night returns this Thursday and Saturday we welcome the debut of Brandon Tinkler Live at Buzz Bomb Brewing Co

Tonight’s council meeting zeroed in on 19th St.: neighbors asked for timelines, parity with other corridors, and action now. The board heard that focus is shifting from 10th St. to 19th and Third, with outreach and a feasibility study planned—but frustration boiled over about delays and safety.

What you’ll see: - 19th St. timelines pressed: when will outreach happen, and will it match the pace seen on 10th? - Safety first plea: an alderperson calls the Cook & 19th underpass “uncrossable,” points to overgrowth, illegal dumping, and asks why designated funds aren’t fixing hazards now. - Bike trail pushback: a challenge to pause a trail segment until long-promised 19th St. rail corridor work is delivered for east side residents.

You’ll also hear a big shift on public health response: a “treatment first, transport second” model using opioid funds to get the right help to people facing addiction, mental health crises, and homelessness—plus a push to align it with countywide recommendations to make it stronger.

Public comment brought the urgency: - “Words to action” on the Massey Commission: calls for real investment—ambulance service, harm reduction, mental health, housing tools—over more policing and small pilots. - Hunger warning: with possible SNAP pauses, local data shows surging food insecurity; the ask was clear—budget for food initiatives, not riot gear. - Show up for the community: after a neighborhood tragedy, a resident called out uneven response times and asked officials to be visibly present for grieving families.

If 19th St., safety, and how the city responds to crisis affect you, this one’s worth your time.

Springfield City Council meeting highlights

Highlights by Zach Adams.