Hundreds of members of the Chatham community and the surrounding area turned out Sunday for what was billed as the “Chatham Strong Fest.”
This month, the ice cream parlor is blending patriotism with sweet rewards during the campaign, which runs every Monday from 4 to 6 p.m. Children ages 10 and under are invited to recite the Pledge of Allegiance in-store to receive a free kids scoop of their flavor of choice.
The Illinois EPA will sponsor a free one-day Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection Event in Champaign County on Saturday, August 9, 2025. The event is open to all Illinois residents and will be held from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the State Farm Center’s southwest parking lot off Saint Mary’s Road.
Ahead of the Fourth of July weekend, foot traffic in downtown Champaign may look a little different.
Illinois football head coach Bret Bielema and his family have launched an initiative to honor heroes for this year’s Military Appreciation Day at Memorial Stadium.
The Champaign County Freedom Celebration will be host to a parade, evening activities, and fireworks tomorrow, July 4 near the State Farm Center. To accommodate for these activities, several streets in the area will be temporarily closed.
This year’s Champaign County Freedom Celebration will be more inclusive than ever, thanks to a new sensory-friendly activity sponsored by the City’s Equity and Engagement Department. As part of its ongoing mission to foster equity and inclusion in public spaces, the department has partnered with That Kid Place, a mobile sensory museum, to create a welcoming environment for individuals with sensory sensitivities, including those with autism and other disabilities.
Grab yourself some Cracker Jacks, popcorn and a cold beverage and come on out to Danville Stadium to enjoy a family fun tradition and root for the home team with the Danville Dans.
Americans celebrate Independence Day every July 4. The holiday has become synonymous with summer […]
This year’s event featured a self-guided tour through six private gardens and two public spaces, showcasing creative approaches to garden designs and sustainable landscaping. The event also included the Marketplace at the Idea Garden, which hosted a wide range of local vendors offering garden-themed items, art, and handmade goods.