ON THIS DAY in 1929 New York Yankees slugger Babe Ruth becomes the first MLB player to hit 500 home runs
GRIEFSHARE grief recovery and support group will meet at the Parish Hall at Trinity Lutheran School, 515 S. MacArthur Blvd., Springfield. The fall session will begin on Tuesday, September 2, 2025 from 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm and meets weekly for 13 weeks. GriefShare features nationally recognized experts on grief recovery topics including "Is This Normal?," "The Challenges of Grief," "Grief and Your Relationships," "Why," and "Guilt and Anger." Thanks to a grant from Thrivent Financial, the workbook fees for this session will be waived. This event is free and open to the public, but pre-registration is required to ensure there are enough materials for everyone.
For more information or to pre-register, please call 217.899.9418 or register at trinitygriefshare@yahoo.com.
Visit the City of Anna Farmers Market Tuesdays from 7am to Noon in the East Davie Parking lot. A great way to support local farmers and vendors and keep your body healthy. Open through October. For inquiries contact the Chamber of Commerce at 618-833-6311. www.southernmostillinois.com
Olney Central College is making it easy for students to prepare for the upcoming semester with Moonlight Mondays — special evening hours dedicated to helping students take care of everything they need to start strong this fall.
-On Mondays, August 11, 18 and 25, key campus offices will be open from 4 to 8 p.m., giving students more flexibility to register after traditional business hours. Services available include: admissions, advising, the Bookstore, Business Office, Financial Aid, Learning Commons and Records Office.
-Walk-ins are welcome, but those wanting to plan ahead can schedule an evening appointment by calling 618-395-7777.
