Community
7 months ago
CU Schools Foundation hosting We Are Schools Music Fest

The community is invited to join this musical event at 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the City Center. This festival will feature bands from Champaign and Urbana schools as well as groups from the local community. Featured bands include:

Community
7 months ago
Champaign County African American Heritage Trail Bus Tour offers unique historical experience

The Experience Champaign-Urbana Foundation is inviting the public to explore the region’s rich history with its inaugural Champaign County African American Heritage Trail bus tour, scheduled for Monday, February 17, from 10 a.m. to noon. This bus tour will take participants through significant historical landmarks in Champaign and Urbana, celebrating the contributions and achievements of the African American community.

Community
7 months ago
Champaign County Jail changes its restraint chairs usage documentation

“I don’t necessarily think that our use of the restraint chair in any way, shape or form has been bad,” Superintendent Karee Voges said. “I would tell every single person that’s in this field the importance of tracking and the importance of documenting that.”

Business
7 months ago
Illinois Department of Agriculture suspends sales due to avian flu

The suspension, effective Tuesday, February 11 prohibits the exhibition and sale at swap meets, exhibitions, flea markets, and auction markets. This move is intended to prevent the spread of the disease which has been detected in flocks in Illinois.

Community
7 months ago
Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend expands CPR training

The training is free of charge and open to everyone but interested individuals must register in advance here. The event was kickstarted by 45-year-old Christie Clinic surgeon Rafael Ruggieri who suffered a cardiac arrest and was saved by his son, Isaac, who provided high-quality CPR. 

Business
7 months ago
Common Ground Food Co-op: A hub for education, community, and sustainability

Nestled in the heart of Urbana, the Urbana Co-op has become an invaluable resource for locals seeking not only organic groceries but also a rich variety of educational opportunities.

Community
7 months ago
Danville man arrested for Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon

If anyone has information to provide about this incident please contact the Danville Police Department at 217-431-2250 or Vermilion County Crimestoppers at vccrimestoppers.org, use the mobile app. P3TIPS, or call 217-446-TIPS (8477).

Community
7 months ago
Average Joe: Welp. Football’s over. What are we most excited for next?

 The 2024 NFL and Collegiate football seasons are officially over. The Philadelphia Eagles and Ohio State are your respective champions after two compelling regular seasons and playoffs. The completion of the first season leading to the College Football Playoff National Championship and the denial of a first ever Super Bowl three peat leave us looking forward to our next sporting event buzz.

Business
7 months ago
Illinois Department of Public Health announces inclusion of community health workers grant

The initial grant awards up to $25,00 to an organization to develop a plan to promote and advance the CHW workforce in the state. Upon development, the grantee will be eligible for non-competitive annual “continuation grants” to implement the plan for up to three years with a maximum award of approximately $2 million.

Community
7 months ago
ISP announces results of Alcohol Countermeasure Enforcement

These ACE patrols allowed the ISP to focus on preventing, detecting, and taking enforcement action in response to violations associated with impaired driving and illegal transportation or consumption of alcohol or drugs. Results are down below:

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