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Agriculture
2 years ago
Illinois’ fall trout season opens October 19 in locations statewide

The 2024 Illinois fall trout season will open Saturday, October 19. The season affects 60 ponds, lakes, and streams throughout the state, including one in Champaign County.

Agriculture
2 years ago
First 2024 human case of West Nile virus reported in Champaign County

The Champaign-Urbana Public Health District (CUPHD) has reported the first human case of West Nile Virus (WNV) in Champaign County this year. The affected individual is a Champaign resident, in their 60s, who tested positive for the infection in September. 

Agriculture
2 years ago
Fiber internet coming to rural Champaign County

Local farmers, elected officials, and a local internet company were all on hand this morning to unveil a network of 124 miles of fiber backbone cabling carrying gigabit internet speeds. 

Agriculture
2 years ago
City of Champaign hosts tax increment finance joint review meeting

The City of Champaign Tax Increment Finance Joint Review Board will meet next Monday, September 30 at 1:00 p.m. in the council chambers.

Agriculture
2 years ago
Several counties in Illinois designated for Major Disaster Declaration money from FEMA

President Joe Biden signed a federal Major Disaster Declaration authorizing the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Individual Assistance program for Cook, Fulton, Henry, St. Clair, Washington, Will, and Winnebago County.

Agriculture
2 years ago
Eastern Illinois Foodbank announces two days of foodmobile distribution in Champaign County

The Eastern Illinois Foodbank (EIF) Foodmobile is distributing food to food-insecure families on October 1 and October 11.

Agriculture
2 years ago
Curtis Orchard and Pumpkin Patch gearing up for pumpkin season

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – Curtis Orchard & Pumpkin Patch will have the pumpkins […]

Agriculture
2 years ago
Illinois farm safety reminders during harvest season

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has proclaimed September 15-21 as “Farm Safety and Health Week” in the state.

Agriculture
2 years ago
2024 Job growth up in Champaign from 2023

Over the past year, total nonfarm jobs have seen significant changes across various Illinois metropolitan areas.

Agriculture
2 years ago
4-H members shine at Champaign County Fair

4-H youth put their hard work on display at the Champaign County Fair 4-H Project Show on July 21 and 22. In 4-H, projects are a way for members to learn about what interests them.