The 16th Annual Prom Benefit for the Eastern Illinois Foodbank, held Saturday night, raised crucial funds to support the fight against food insecurity, providing over 381,000 meals to individuals in need. The event, which continues to be a beloved tradition in the community, saw attendees celebrating with a Mardi Gras theme and a night of fun, all while supporting a vital cause.
James Travis Tritt is a Grammy-winning artist known for his signature blend of country, Southern rock, and blues. He will be joined by rising star Tyler Braden. The performance will take place at the Champaign County Fairgrounds starting at 7:30 p.m. with doors opening at 6:00 p.m. Tickets are now on sale with various seating options available:
“Traveling to Ecuador was genuinely one of the best experiences I have had in my life. It was so much fun to build meaningful relationships with my classmates and members of the Ecuadorian communities we visited,” said Ansley Faivre, a participant of the program.
Warnings with this tag will automatically trigger a Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA) on smartphones in the affected area.
On February 11 at 3:49 p.m., a woman entered multiple parked cars at the 400 block of East John Street in Champaign. It was discovered that several items in one vehicle were moved around and a glove box was opened. It is unknown if anything was stolen. The woman was described wearing a teal jacket with a hood, blue jeans, white/tan shoes, and carrying a green bag.
The City of Urbana is inviting residents to a Public Hearing at 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 13, to review and comment on the revised draft of the Imagine Urbana Comprehensive Plan.
“An estimated two million adults in the U.S. meet the criteria for severe problem gambling,” said Dave Wohl, Executive Director of ICPG. “This month is a crucial time for stakeholders across the gaming industry to unite and reinforce the message that help is available. Through education, outreach, and support, we strive to empower individuals to make informed choices about their gambling behaviors and seek assistance when needed.”
For more information on the nationwide movement, visit standupforscience2025.org. The event begins at the Alma Mater statue on the corner of Green and Wright Street and will conclude at the bell tower on the South Quad. The march route is lined out here.
The event estimates to generate over $300,000 for the area. On the evening of Friday, March 7, all 19 teams will stop by The Fringe, located at 849 Stone Ridge Dr., Rantoul. for an informal meet-and-greet. To learn more about the sport of Quadball, visit usquadball.org.
“Gardening is not limited to outside in the summer, says Horticulture Program Coordinator Beth Miglin. “You might be amazed by how many food crops you can actually grow indoors.”