Community
5 months ago
Champaign DMV to become Illinois’ fifth DMV+ facility, expanding services and reducing wait times

Big changes are coming to the Champaign DMV as Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias announced it will be converted into a “DMV+” facility — part of a statewide initiative to modernize and streamline DMV services.

Community
5 months ago
PYGMALION lineup unveiled for 21st rendition of CU event

The three-day multi-faceted event will run from September 18 to September 20, with the Krannert Center for Performing Arts, Rose Bowl Tavern, Canopy Club, Gallery Art Bar, and Staerkel Planetarium at Parkland College hosting acts.

Community
5 months ago
Power outage and weather cancel Urbana’s Juneteenth celebration and Neighborhood Nights

Urbana’s Juneteenth Celebration and Neighborhood Nights, scheduled for this evening at the Health & Wellness Center, have been canceled due to severe weather conditions and a power outage affecting the facility.

Community
5 months ago
Youth equestrians set to showcase skills at local show

The 4-H Horse project is more than just about riding horses. Kids learn responsibility, leadership, and master riding techniques. The event is free and family-friendly, and will include English, Western, and Trail classes and fast-paced games such as barrel racing, keyhole, poles, and more.

Community
5 months ago
Kendall Gill Golf Benefit returns July 14 to support Cunningham Children’s Home

Golfers, Illini fans, and community champions are invited to tee off for a cause at the 36th Annual Kendall Gill Golf Benefit on Monday, July 14, at the University of Illinois Golf Course in Savoy.

Community
5 months ago
Prairie Dragon Paddlers invite public to Friends and Family Day at Homer Lake on June 29

The Prairie Dragon Paddlers, a vibrant team of local breast cancer survivors, will host a special Friends & Family Day at Homer Lake on Sunday, June 29, from 1 to 4 p.m. The community is warmly invited to join in an afternoon of celebration, awareness, and paddling on the water.

Community
5 months ago
Urbana to host Juneteenth 2025 events, including workshops and a ceremony

URBANA, IL (Chambana Today) – In celebration of Juneteenth 2025, the City of Urbana […]

Community
5 months ago
Soulful Streets Festival to celebrate Juneteenth in Urbana today

The City of Urbana will celebrate Juneteenth with flavor, music, and culture as it hosts the Soulful Streets: A Juneteenth Food Truck Festival on Tuesday, June 17 from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The event will take place at the Illinois Street City Lot, located at the corner of Vine and Illinois Streets.

Community
5 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.

Community
5 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.

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