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Education
1 year ago
High school students invited to explore careers at Illini Summer Academies

High school students are encouraged to explore future careers and dive into hands-on discovery during the 2025 Illini Summer Academies, hosted by Illinois Extension 4-H. The immersive, five-day event will take place on the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus from June 22–26.

Community
1 year ago
Champaign Unit 4’s College and Career Readiness team receives first Illinois State Board of Education Pathway Endorsement

The Education Pathway Endorsement is designed for students pursuing careers in education. Graduates of Unit 4 who fulfill the requirements will receive an Education Pathways Endorsement. The Career Technical Education Education Career Pathways Grant aims to increase teacher diversity in the future. Illinois has faced a shortage of educators of color, with a teacher workforce less diverse than its student population.

IL State News
1 year ago
Illinois tax deadline approaching: File by April 15 or request an extension

The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) is reminding taxpayers that the deadline to file 2024 state individual income tax returns is Tuesday, April 15.

Community
1 year ago
Angela Patton announced as Poet Laureate by City of Urbana

Patton is a published book author, small business owner, and works for Champaign County. She worked as a journalist and editor earlier into her career. She was also a communications professional at the University of Illinois for over a decade. She was selected through a competitive application process. The poet laureate receives a $2,000 honorarium for the one-year term, funded by the City of Urbana’s Arts & Culture Program.

Community
1 year ago
Illinois State Fair celebrates “100 Days Out” to the 2025 Fair

The celebration takes place on Tuesday, April 29 from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Reisch Pavilion on the Illinois State Fairgrounds. Taft’s Mr. Ribeye, Food Baby, 17th Street Barbecue, Vose’s Korndogs and Hae’s Bakery & Coffee Shoppe will be selling food and drinks to preview the Illinois State Fair, which runs August 7 to 17. Attendees will have the opportunity to win two track tickets to every Grandstand concert at the 2025 fair.

Lifestyle
1 year ago
Illinois player wins $1 million in Lotto Million 1 drawing

A lucky Illinois player has become an overnight millionaire, winning $1 million in the Lotto Million 1 drawing.

Community
1 year ago
Tree removal causes temporary street closures in Urbana

URBANA, IL (Chambana Today) – Urbana residents should be prepared for several temporary street […]

Community
1 year ago
Railroad Historical Society’s 2025 annual meeting brings local railroad history to life

The C&EI Railroad Historical Society’s 2025 Annual Meeting is set to be a landmark event this year, as for the first time, it will be open to the public. The event will be held on Saturday, April 12, at the Vermilion County Museum, located at 116 N. Gilbert Street in Danville. This is an exciting opportunity for railroad enthusiasts and the general public to explore and learn about the rich history of local railroads.

Community
1 year ago
Celebrating National Volunteer Month in April: Honoring those who put in the work

April is National Volunteer Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the selfless individuals who dedicate their time and energy to bettering their communities. Across the United States, volunteerism has been an integral part of daily life, with many children learning the importance of giving back from an early age. From rural fire and ambulance departments to local shelters and medical clinics, volunteers play an indispensable role in keeping communities functioning and supporting those in need.

News
1 year ago
Illinois REAL ID deadline looms: Only 30 days left to comply

SPRINGFIELD, IL (Chambana Today) – Illinois residents are reminded that they have just 30 […]