Over 14,000 winning tickets were purchased by Illinois Lottery players for the Wednesday, March 5 Powerball drawing, netting players over $246,000 in prizes. The Casey’s in Clinton will also receive $1,500 as a one percent bonus for selling the winning ticket. This isn’t the Casey’s first winning ticket. In March 2023, someone purchased a $450,000 winning Lucky Day Lotto ticket at the Casey’s in Clinton.
Join the community at Krannert Art Museum for SPEAK Café, a vibrant open-mic performance space that celebrates Song, Poetry, Art, and Knowledge. Curated by local artist Shaya Robinson, this event invites all to share their creative expressions in a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere.
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:
“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.”
“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.”
Going forward, status of the course will be determined on a day-by-day basis. This can be checked through the website or through calling the pro shop at (217) 586-2183.
On top of this, attendees will be able to take advantage of photo ops and custom caricatures by Dan Wild. Anyone looking to attend the event can purchase tickets at 40north.org/untitled-a-late-night-fundraiser/ or by contacting 40 North at 217-351-9841. Tickets in advance are $55 per person, $100 per couple, or can be purchased day-of at the door for $60 per person.
The festival will feature a bugscope, more spiders, arthropods, and insect arts and crafts. The event will take place at the Foellinger Auditorium starting at 5:00 p.m. It is free and open to the public.
Tickets to the IHSA State Wrestling Tournament range from $10–12 per session or $50–60 for an all-session ticket. Various weight classes from 1A, 2A and 3A schools begin at 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, 8:30 a.m. on Friday, and 9:00 a.m. on Saturday. Tickets are available through the Illinois Ticket Office at statefarmcenter.com or by calling 1-866-ILLINI-1.
They will also perform on Thursday, March 6 at 7:00 p.m. at Centennial High School with the Centennial High School Concert and Chamber Orchestras. The three groups will be combining to perform the “Russian Sailors’ Dance” from “The Red Poppy” by Reinhold Gliere. For a full list of upcoming concerts at Parkland College, visit parkland.edu/musicensembles.