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News
10 months ago
State launches multi-year campaign to promote community health workers in Illinois

Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has awarded a grant to the Illinois Public Health Association (IPHA) to launch a multi-year statewide campaign aimed at supporting and advancing the role of community health workers (CHWs).

Community
10 months ago
Fire officials urge lithium-ion battery safety ahead of National Fire Prevention Week

This year’s National Fire Prevention Week will focus on an increasingly relevant issue: lithium-ion battery safety. These rechargeable batteries power many devices we use daily — smartphones, tablets, laptops, e-bikes, power tools, and toys — and while convenient, they also pose fire risks when misused.

Education
10 months ago
Parkland College to host Women of Impact Scholarship Celebration on June 24

Parkland College will host its annual Women of Impact Scholarship Celebration and Selection on Tuesday, June 24, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Parkland Student Union.

Community
10 months ago
Champaign County to honor late Senator Scott M. Bennett with building dedication on July 16

The Champaign County Board and the Scott M. Bennett Dedication Committee invite the public to attend a building dedication celebration on Wednesday, July 16, in honor of the late State Senator Scott M. Bennett.

Entertainment
10 months ago
Toast to Taylor Street returns with music and more in downtown Champaign

Downtown Champaign is once again celebrating the return of the Toast to Taylor Street Block Party Series — a celebration of local music, art, food, and community. Mark your calendars for this year’s dates: May 10, June 21, August 16, and September 13.

Community
10 months ago
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event Set for August 9 in Champaign County

Champaign County residents will have a chance to safely dispose of toxic household products at an upcoming Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection Event on Saturday, August 9. Sponsored by the Illinois EPA, the drop-off event is open to all Illinois residents and will be held at the State Farm Center’s southwest parking lot off Saint Mary’s Road in Champaign, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Community
10 months ago
Champaign-Urbana gears up for Juneteenth with events, celebrations, and community reflection

As Juneteenth approaches, the Champaign-Urbana area is preparing a range of community-centered events that highlight the history, culture, and legacy of the holiday. From panel discussions and family fun to special museum access across the region, residents will have multiple ways to engage and reflect.

Community
10 months ago
EDITOR’S CORNER: A love letter to Champaign-Urbana

Saturday, June 15th just reinforced my decision to move back to Champaign-Urbana 15 years ago. There really is something for everyone in this town, and yesterday had so many great options, I didn’t even have time to do ALL the things I wanted to do.

Community
11 months ago
Juneteenth in Champaign County: A legacy of freedom and community celebration

CHAMPAIGN COUNTY (Chambana Today) – Juneteenth, commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans, has […]

Entertainment
11 months ago
Adventure awaits: 2025 Illinois State Fair set to kick off with Twilight Parade and 11 Days of Fun

The Illinois State Fair is returning to Springfield this August with a theme that promises excitement, exploration, and endless family fun: “Adventure Awaits.” The 2025 fair opens on Thursday, August 7, and runs through Sunday, August 17, offering 11 days of agricultural showcases, thrilling carnival rides, live performances, delicious food, and cherished traditions.