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90-year-old landmark to be torn down in Catlin
CATLIN, Ill. (WCIA) — In about a week, a piece of history will be gone in one Central Illinois community. For more than 90 years, a grain elevator has looked over the village of Catlin. But about three years ago, a Japanese grain bin corporation called Zen Noh bought the property and is now making […]
Unemployment Rises Significantly in Danville, Vermilion County; Lost Quaker Oats Jobs Now Factored In
For the second straight month, unemployment is up in both Vermilion County and Danville; and this time it’s a more significant jump, keeping in mind that those who lost jobs when Danville’s Quaker Oats plant closed were officially considered on Quaker’s payroll through June 8th. Vermilion County’s...
Douglas Co. Animal Shelter full, suspending animal intake
TUSCOLA, Ill. (WCIA) — The Douglas County Animal Shelter announced on Wednesday that they are currently not accepting more animals as they deal with a crowded space. They said they have only five dog runs and eight cat kennels, all of which are occupied. Even their office area is full of rescues. Until space opens […]
Champaign County Fair to feature Raminator monster truck
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — On Wednesday night, the world-famous Raminator monster truck will be racing at the Champaign County Fair. The race will begin at 7 p.m. at the Champaign County Fairgrounds. It will also feature other impressive monster trucks, including the Rammunition. According to the Hall Bros. Racing, Inc. website, their Raminator truck was built in […]
Skateland reopens after brief closure due to water main break
Jul. 25—SAVOY — Skateland reopened Thursday afternoon after closing early Wednesday night due to a loss of water pressure as utility workers repaired a broken main nearby. Illinois American Water's list of active alerts shows that there have been several boil orders issued in the Champaign-Urbana area over the past couple days due to broken valves and main breaks. Skateland co-owner Bob ...
WILL Call: What’s Happening in Champaign-Urbana Jul. 25 – Jul. 28
Listen to Kimberly Schofield and Adelyn Mui talk about weekend events on IPM News AM 580 and FM 90.9 – Wednesdays at 6:45 and 8:45 a.m., and Thursdays at 5:44 p.m. Krannert Center Uncorked with Emily the Band at the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Time: 5 p.m.
Faraci Encourages Local Families to Attend Back to School Bash
DANVILLE – To support local families as they prepare for the new school year, State Senator Paul Faraci is encouraging residents to attend the Back to School Bash hosted by the Vermilion County Health Department and OSF Sacred Heart Medical Center on Aug. 1. “The Back to School Bash...
UI camp helps veterans feel supported in higher education
URBANA, Ill. (WAND) — The national nonprofit Warrior-Scholar Project (WSP) provides free week-long academic boot camps for enlisted veterans to help them feel more comfortable in educational environments. One of these camps is taking place at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's Chez Veterans Center. "I have been out of...
Construction continues at Urbana’s Meadowbrook Park
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — The Urbana Park District is getting closer to the expected completion of a major overhaul project at Meadowbrook Park. Andy Rosseau, the Park District’s Project Manager, said the district doesn’t have an exact date for when the project will be finished, but they expect it to be complete by late summer […]
Champaign-Urbana Weekend Planner – Farewell, July
We are still here for all the summer magic as July draws to a close. Families can choose from many events and activities happening this weekend in Champaign-Urbana. We know, we know… we’re giving you a lot of back-to-school related items on chambanamoms.com in recent weeks. But that doesn’t change the fact that we’re still enjoying summer fun, like the Champaign County Fair and other one or two day festivals. Or any of the other things happening around town (which you can find on our event calendar no matter what the season). We won’t count the days down until the entire community heads back to school but we will say we will enjoy every day between now and when that day comes!
Get FREE TICKETS to the Illinois Craft Showcase
The inaugural Illinois Craft Showcase is set to highlight nearly all Illinois craft licensees, including growers and infusers. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet the new brand’s representatives and sample some of the best products in Illinois. News Joint Events is scheduled to host the open-consumption event from 12-7 p.m. Sept. 7 at Molly’s Joint in Tilton.
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