On March 28, enjoy a free classical guitar performance by Guido Sanchez Portuguez at the Springer Cultural Center as part of the Bach’s Lunch Concerts. Later, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Women in Electrical and Computer Engineering will host the Women in Engineering Fair at UIUC, showcasing women in STEM. In the evening, Neo Soul by Candlelight at The Dollhouse starts at 8 p.m. with a $10 entry fee. On March 30, catch the UFLive! Afternoon Serenade at The Urbana Free Library from 2 to 3 p.m. featuring a local quartet performing light classical and romantic music.
“Illinois’ resilient workforce continues to make progress as unemployment rates fall,” said DCEO Director Kristin Richards. “The State of Illinois remains committed to providing the resources and opportunities necessary for both employers and job seekers to thrive in Illinois’ growing economy.”
Residents using small open top recycling bins will have the bins emptied using a separate truck. The City encourages residents to replace the open top bin with a U-Cart to prevent wind-blown litter and keep recyclables dry. Residents can request a free U-Cart online or by calling U-Cycle.
A Champaign man has been charged in connection with a deadly shooting incident that occurred on July 28, 2024, in which two teens were killed and two others injured.
During her time as executive director, Wahlfeldt oversaw the implementation of an online scholarship application system, making access to scholarships easier for students to apply for; the increase in scholarships awarded from 450 to 560 and an increase in the value of those awards from $419,881 to $567,510; an increase of Foundation assets from $11.1 million to $19.5 million; and the establishment of the Women of Impact event.
The total cost of the tuition and fees will be determined by the credit hours offered students in ETA. Parkland College will forgive two credits for every 12 hours offered to a district’s ETA students. On top of this, the board also approved Danielle Wilberg as Parkland’s new associate vice president for development/executive director of the Parkland College Foundation. She begins on April 1, replacing Tracy Wahlfeldt, who retires on April 20.
Every year, many people take the opportunity to clean out their closets and get rid of old books, decorations, and other items as the weather warms up. This year, Champaign County residents can take part in a new recycling initiative to dispose of old electronics such as TVs, microwaves, holiday string lights, and more.
Champaign Police responded to a report of shots fired on the 2800 block of W. Kirby Avenue at 7:14 p.m. on March 26. Officers arrived on the scene but found no immediate injuries. However, evidence of gunfire was quickly located at the intersection of Stratford Drive and Trafalgar Square.
CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – Members of AFSCME Local 3700 and Local 698 gathered […]
“States, including Illinois, are already feeling the impact of the Trump administration’s attempts to dismantle the Department of Education,” Raoul said in a statement late Monday. “Enrollment deadlines for Illinois public community colleges and universities approach in just a few short weeks, and the turmoil caused by the administration’s actions jeopardizes the futures of tens of thousands of Illinois students.”