Community
7 months ago
Illinois iLottery player wins $1,432,831

This has been the highest Cash Castle jackpot to-date, since its launch on February 27. Since its launch five weeks ago, a $462,883 jackpot was won in early March, and three other players have won $10,000 each. The game begins at $100,000 and grows with each ticket until the jackpot is won.

Community
7 months ago
MLK March for Peace, canceled, weather, event update, community event

URBANA, IL (Chambana Today) – Tonight’s MLK March for Peace has been canceled due […]

Community
7 months ago
Ebertfest Project Coordinator discusses final lineup, special guests, and behind-the-scenes changes

Molly Cornyn is no stranger to the Roger Ebert Film Festival (Ebertfest) experience, having coordinated the behind-the-scenes logistics for the past three years. She handles all of the details, from organizing transportation and housing for the special guests, to ensuring the films arrive and everything behind-the-scenes is functioning. “It’s all about making the filmmakers, actors, and their guests feel welcome from the moment they arrive in Champaign. My job is also to ensure the audience has the amazing festival experience they deserve.” 

Community
7 months ago
WEEKEND ROUNDUP – Quilts, Boneyard arts, Gameday Spirit, and Spurlock

CHAMPAIGN-URBANA, IL (Chambana Today) – Whether you’re running for a cause, shopping at the […]

Community
7 months ago
2025 Mayoral Recognition Program enrollment opens up

The program is open to any UHS Student who commits to a minimum of 30 hours of volunteer service during the academic year. Students with 30 hours of service will receive a Certificate of Service. Students with 50, 75 or 100 hours of service will also earn bronze, silver or gold status and receive an additional recognition item. All participants will be recognized at the Mayoral Service Recognition Ceremony on April 16, 2025.

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Community
7 months ago
Urbana Spring Leaf Collection starts April 7

This occurs for one week only. Only leaves and non-woody plant materials accepted. No brush, branches, sod, or other materials are allowed. Leaves must be placed in paper lawn and garden bags. Bagged leaves are required to be set curbside the night before your collection day. Questions may be directed to U-Cycle at 217-384-2302. 

Community
7 months ago
Ryan Thompsen to honor late brother at Christie Clinic Illinois Half Marathon

CHAMPAIGN-URBANA, IL (Chambana Today) – Ryan Thompsen will participate in this year’s elite field […]

Community
7 months ago
Winner of $349 million Illinois Lottery jackpot yet to claim ticket

“It’s the talk of the town, and the store is still buzzing with excitement”, said Kim Shaw, Casey’s District Manager. “This is the biggest jackpot-winning ticket our store has ever sold. We’re thrilled for the winner, and selfishly, we hope it’s one of our regular customers—keeping the winnings in the community would make it even more special.”

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Community
7 months ago
Prairie Street Road closed for sewer repair

To complete a sewer repair, A&R Mechanical Services Inc. will be closing Prairie Street between White Street and Springfield Avenue. Access will be maintained to all properties, but the road will be closed to through traffic. Work begins at 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 2, and will be completed by 4:00 p.m. on Monday, April 7, weather permitting.

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Community
7 months ago
South Anderson Street closed for sanitary work

Motorists are encouraged to drive carefully through this and all construction areas. Questions or concerns should be directed to Mr. Lance Merry at 217-384-2342 or Lance.Merry@UrbanaIL.gov

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