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Business
12 months ago
Illinois Audit Commission auditing DPI for $30 million dollars in taxpayer money loss

“It’s time to put a fresh set of eyes on DPI.  We will see what the Auditor General’s office comes up with, in the meantime, I’m calling on the U of I to fully invest in the future leadership of DPI in the Urbana campus and out of the President’s office – he had his chance,” Rose concluded.

Business
1 year ago
Spiros Law celebrates 20 years of success and service in personal injury law

This month, Spiros Law is celebrating its 20th anniversary, marking two decades of dedicated service in the field of personal injury law. From its early days as a small start-up to becoming a trusted name in Central Illinois, the firm has grown substantially while maintaining a commitment to exceptional client service.

Business
1 year ago
Judge upholds health district’s closure of Sooie Bros. Bar-B-Que Joint

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – A Champaign County judge has ruled in favor of […]

Agriculture
1 year ago
City of Urbana’s Market announces its 2025 season

The Market will also be offering weekly email updates entitled Market Mail. They inform subscribers what to expect at the Market each week and is available at www.urbanamarket.org. Vendors will accept cash and many accept card and electronic payment. Customers wishing to use SNAP benefits must bring their LINK card to the information tent in the north row of the Market.

Business
1 year ago
Champaign-Urbana unemployment decreases by 1.1 percent

This is down from 4.4 percent in March 2024, which is a 1.1 percentage point improvement. In Champaign, the unemployment rate fell from 3.2 from 4.3 percent. In Urbana, the the unemployment rate fell from 3.2 from 4.5 percent. Total nonfarm employment in the Champaign-Urbana area increased by 2,300 jobs year-over-year, reaching 122,900 jobs in March 2025.

Business
1 year ago
The Hive Honey Beetique expands in Mahomet’s Patton District, ribbon cutting set for April 22

The Champaign County Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon cutting on Tuesday, April 22, from 12:00 to 12:30 p.m., to celebrate the exciting expansion of The Hive Honey Beetique in Mahomet’s growing Patton District. The official Grand Re-Opening will take place on Saturday, May 11, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Business
1 year ago
Spring maintenance: Why you should check your sump pump now

As the weather warms and spring showers begin, local experts are urging homeowners to check their sump pumps to ensure they’re working properly. With potential heavy rainfall ahead, a functional sump pump is crucial to preventing water damage and flooding in basements.

Business
1 year ago
Illinois finishes 46th overall in economic outlook

Illinois has been consistently in the bottom 10 for all 18 editions of the report. Illinois now suffers the nation’s third-lowest job growth. Utah claimed the top spot in ecnonomic outlook with 18 consecutive years. Louisiana made the biggest move from 31st to 18th overall

Business
1 year ago
Common Ground Food Co-op now accepting WIC benefits, expanding healthy food access in C-U

Common Ground Food Co-op is proud to announce that it is now an Authorized WIC Vendor, making it easier for families in the Champaign-Urbana area to access healthy, pre-approved foods under the Illinois Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program.

Business
1 year ago
Ujima Retreat Center to celebrate grand opening with ribbon cutting April 15

The Champaign County Chamber of Commerce will hold a ribbon cutting on Tuesday, April 15 from 4:00 to 4:30 p.m. to celebrate the grand opening of the Ujima Retreat Center, located at 4303 S. High Cross Road in rural Urbana.

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