The grand opening will feature company leadership and a welcome from university, city representatives. The event takes place on Wednesday, April 9 from 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m at 2021 S. First Street, Champaign, on the Second Floor. Remarks and ribbon cutting will take place at 4:00 p.m.
The Champaign Fire Department quickly extinguished a fire in a commercial and multi-family apartment building on the 100 block of E. University Ave. Tuesday evening, April 8. Fire crews responded to an automatic alarm at approximately 8:40 p.m. and found that the sprinkler system had already been activated.
The City of Champaign has launched a new recycling collection method in partnership with a newly selected vendor to improve efficiency and streamline the recycling process for residents. The City appreciates the community’s feedback and patience as it transitions to this modernized system.
Food pantries in Champaign County are stepping up efforts to better serve individuals and families in need with a comprehensive training series aimed at improving pantry operations and client interactions. Organized by University of Illinois Extension, the training offers essential skills for pantry staff and volunteers to handle the growing demand for food assistance while maintaining a safe, welcoming, and efficient environment.
Governor JB Pritzker reassured Illinois residents and international partners on Tuesday that despite the challenges posed by President Donald Trump’s tariffs, Illinois will remain a stable and reliable trading partner in the global market. Speaking from his Statehouse office, Pritzker acknowledged the ongoing uncertainties but emphasized that Illinois thrives on certainty and offers a solid foundation for businesses to flourish.
The Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend is just around the corner, and organizers are calling on the community to get involved by volunteering. With nearly 3,000 volunteers needed to ensure the event runs smoothly, this is a great opportunity to be part of an exciting experience while supporting runners.
After years of delays, the former Urbana-Lincoln and Landmark Hotel is finally set to reopen as Hotel Royer. Haaris Pervaiz, a partner with Icon Hospitality, confirmed the anticipated soft opening date for the hotel is April 16.
Neighbors in Champaign are speaking out against the Illinois Department of Transportation’s (IDOT) proposed changes to Prospect Avenue. Some residents have tied red ribbons around trees, while others have put up a 35-foot sign reading “Future Site of the ‘Suicide’ Bike Path” to raise awareness of the potential impact of the project. The proposed plan, which could affect a one-mile stretch between Bradley and Springfield Avenues, includes the addition of a bike lane and changes to traffic patterns.
CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – Parkland College Theatre will wrap up its 2024–25 season […]
The University of Illinois Extension is offering a free program, “Unlock the Secrets of Sourdough,” as part of a monthly series in partnership with Warner Hospital Wellness Center. The event will take place from 10 to 11 a.m. on May 8, at 418 W. South St. in Clinton.