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In recent headlines, Joro Spiders are inching up the East Coast, prompting tips on how to calm fears. Oklahoma schools have been directed to include the Bible as instructional support by State Superintendent Walters. With Trump and Biden locked into a tight race, preparations are underway for their upcoming debate. A strange worm-like object seen floating in the California sky has caught people’s attention.
In local news from Springfield, officials reflect on the 1-year anniversary of a derecho, a new apartment complex aims to boost the downtown economy, a former Illini golfer has his eye on a PGA spot while on the Korn Ferry Tour, and Governor Pritzker calls for an investigation into the Alton Sinkhole Collapse by the Federal Office of Mine Safety. Adams Street businesses are looking forward to rebounding after a devastating downtown fire.
On the national and world stage, The National Desk Weekend Edition breaks down the misleading claims made by Biden and Trump in their debate. Virtual reality is being used to help military veterans cope with PTSD, while a woman experiencing homelessness expresses fear over a recent SCOTUS ruling. The Federal Reserve is closely monitoring easing inflation, potentially setting the stage for rate cuts in September. Stay informed with Springfield Watch for all the latest updates.