Illinois launched a subsidy program for cover crops in 2019 to address runoff issues, offering farmers a discount on crop insurance premiums. The program has been a success, with demand outpacing state funding each year. However, despite the program’s popularity, Governor JB Pritzker has proposed a 31% cut to its funding, reducing the budget from $960,000 to $660,000.
When a client comes into Champaign Jewelers, the team discusses their diamond preferences—whether it’s shape, size, or budget. Once that’s settled, Kari heads to Antwerp, typically arriving on a Sunday. The following Monday, she makes her way to the world-renowned Diamond District, where dozens of secure buildings house the world’s finest diamonds.
Are you vegan and willing to try new dishes? Come try the Champaign Vegan Chef Challenge on Tuesday, April 1 from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Businesses across the area will showcase exciting special vegan menu items, giving everyone the opportunity to explore creative plant-based dishes crafted by talented local chefs. Love quilts? Come to the 21st Annual Festival of Quilts on Friday, April 4 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Cunningham Children’s Home.
Sunday’s powerful winds wreaked havoc in Tolono, causing a storage building owned by Illinois Foundation Seeds to collapse, leaving debris scattered for yards in every direction. The building, which was used for storage, became the scene of a disaster when downed power lines and exposed structure added to the chaos.
The 2025 Edward Hoffman Awards Ceremony will take place on Wednesday, April 2, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Champaign Fire Department, Station One. This prestigious event recognizes outstanding contributions and achievements in fire service, honoring individuals for their dedication and commitment to safety and community service.
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Over the next six years, IDOT is planning to improve more than 3,000 miles of highway and nearly 10 million square feet of bridge deck as part of the Rebuild Illinois capital program, which is investing $33.2 billion into all modes of transportation. Accomplishments through Year Four of Rebuild Illinois included approximately $12.1 billion of improvements statewide on 5,339 miles of highway, 533 bridges and 762 additional safety improvements.
Looking for a way to give back to the community? Join the Eastern Illinois Foodbank (EIF) on Tuesday, April 1, for Open Volunteer Hours at their Volunteer Center in Urbana. EIF offers flexible volunteer shifts from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., with each shift lasting an hour. Sign up for as many shifts as you like and help make a difference in your local community.
The 32 new troopers completed an 11-week program for certified police officers who graduated from an accredited law enforcement academy with at least two years experience employed as a full-time officer. The program included Cultural Diversity, Procedural Justice, Domestic Violence, Critical Incident Response, De-escalation Tactics, Firearms, First Responder Certification, Control and Arrest Tactics, Illinois Vehicle Code, Criminal Law, Motor Carrier Safety, Juvenile Law, and more.