Host hotel Crowne Plaza Springfield is sold out. Alternate lodging: Comfort Suites, 217/753-4000, $99; Hilton Garden Inn, 217/529-7171, $99; Residence Inn and Suites, 217/527-1100, $124; Holiday Inn Express, 217/615-5057, $99. Mike Hall, 217/494-7105, mrhvair@aol.com.