Agriculture
1 year ago
4-H members shine at Champaign County Fair

4-H youth put their hard work on display at the Champaign County Fair 4-H Project Show on July 21 and 22. In 4-H, projects are a way for members to learn about what interests them.

Agriculture
1 year ago
Top winners at Champaign County 4-H livestock show

Hard work and dedication paid off as 4-H members showcased their animals at this year’s Champaign County 4-H Livestock and Animal Shows.

Crime
1 year ago
Champaign teenager arrested for threatening local middle schools

The teenager was soon interviewed with their parent and it was decided afterwards that the teenager would be arrested and transported to the Juvenile Detention Center for the initial charge of Aggravated Disorderly Conduct.

Business
1 year ago
OSF Healthcare featured in Forbes magazine’s Best Employer’s by State 2024

OSF Healthcare came in 80th place overall, also ranking in the top 10 for healthcare and social organizations.

College
1 year ago
UIUC hosts 22nd Annual Dump & Run Garage Sale

The Dump & Run Recycling Program Big Sale is an event at where individuals can pick up unwanted goods donated by local community members taking place on Saturday, August 24 from 8:00am to 3:00pm and Sunday, August 25 from 11:00am to 3:00pm.

Community
1 year ago
Consolidated election packets available for 2025

The Urbana City Clerk’s office has released consolidated election packets for the 2025 elections. The packets are available both online and for in-person pick-up at the City Clerk’s office.

College
1 year ago
Enhancements to watch for at Memorial Stadium’s 100th anniversary kickoff

In celebration of Memorial Stadium’s 100th anniversary, the University of Illinois has made multiple enhancements to elevate the fan experience.

On Campus
1 year ago
Illinois alumni to go to Paris 2024 Paralympics

With her master’s degree, she is now a registered dietician and still trains in Champaign with the UIUC’s wheelchair athletics program.

Obituaries
1 year ago
George Edward Hast

George was a true craftsman; he designed, built and flew a light aircraft, built furniture, and crafted beautiful saddles. His work was featured in aviation and leather crafting magazines.

Obituaries
1 year ago
Chester Neff

He was an active member of the Champaign-Urbana Jaycees from 1961 to 1969 and held many offices including local President and National Director.