Brian Sylvester

Williamsville, IL (September 5, 2026) CORAL and Interurban Merchant of Williamsville came together for a coffee klatch on a warm Saturday afternoon from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. While the original plan was to host the event on Interurban Merchant’s outdoor area, the unusually humid day caused most attendees to stay inside.However, with the addition of Silas Tockey Music inside and the pastry treats laid out for everyone, the afternoon was hit for everyone. If anyone has not made the short trip...

Springfield IL (July 29, 2026) On the night of June 10, 2026, a severe storm with strong winds and an EF-1 tornado hit Springfield, Illinois, particularly affecting the APL facility on the north end of Springfield. The tornado ripped the roof off the clinic and shelter buildings, flooded the upstairs areas, and damaged a shed, leaving the shelter unusable for the foreseeable future. At the time of the tornado, the APL housed 155 dogs and cats. Thanks to rapid response from staff, volunteers,...

Springfield, IL (August 1, 2026) It was a gloomy evening of murder and mayhem, as well as mirth and comedy at AgeLinc’s “Murder on the Midway” murder mystery held August 1st at Pole Barn Chic. The challenge for the evening was to decide who murdered the matriarch of the Austen circus family and how, and what was the motive. While CORAL helped sponsor the event, it didn’t do so hot with figuring out who the perp was as no team won that award outright and only one individual did. However,...