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Education
7 months ago
Urbana School District names new assistant principal at Thomas Paine Elementary

Thomas Paine Elementary continues to prioritize equity, student growth, and community engagement in all leadership appointments.

Business
7 months ago
Summer Scream Series with “Eddie Munster”: Make-A-Wish event at the Harvest Moon Drive-In

Ten percent of all of the food/drink sales from that entire weekend will go to the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

News
7 months ago
Illinois ends landmark Eat.Move.Save. program, impacting over 1 million residents and 200 jobs

The decision comes as federal funding for SNAP-Education was cut, despite data showing the program’s proven impact.

Suspect arrested from early morning Urbana shooting.
Crime
7 months ago
Danville Police investigate BB gun shooting on Grace Street

The individual was transported to the hospital and later released after medical staff confirmed the injury was caused by a BB or pellet gun.

Ask The Pros
7 months ago
Your roof matters more than you think: Protect your home with these five signs

Whether you’re seeing signs of wear or simply want to know where you stand, Savior Roofing offers free, no-obligation roof inspections.

Community
7 months ago
Two Illinois iLottery players win over $1 million in separate jackpots

One online player hit the Ultimate Diamond Jackpot, scoring a massive $1,742,056 prize in the FastPlay progressive game.

Community
7 months ago
Community Foundation delivers $18K in emergency grants to Mattoon lake water crisis

The largest grant, totaling $8,000, was awarded to The Salvation Army of Mattoon, where food pantry shelves were running critically low.

Community
7 months ago
Salvation Army to distribute hygiene kits to 500 Champaign County teens

This marks the organization’s first-ever teen hygiene kit distribution, organized in response to an often-overlooked back-to-school need.

Entertainment
7 months ago
Giertz Gallery to open 2025 Art and Design Faculty exhibition featuring retiring artist Peg Shaw

Works on display will include painting, drawing, ceramics, metalsmithing, photography, and video.

News
7 months ago
Danville Firefighters battle blaze in vacant city-owned building on Logan Avenue

Final extinguishment was achieved through a coordinated effort between interior crews and aerial operations.