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CUTC Presents “The Sound of Music”
Champaign-Urbana Theater Company (CUTC) is back with a production of one of the most beloved musicals of all time, The Sound of Music. Presented by the Champaign Park District, the show runs Thursday, August 1, through Sunday, August 4, at the historic Virginia Theatre. The final collaboration between composer Richard...
Champaign School District approves five new administrative appointments
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — The Champaign School District announced the approval of five administrative appointments during the school board’s meeting Monday night. All five appointments are for either assistant principal or dean of students positions. The school district provided the following information about each appointee’s background and prior experience: All five appointees will begin their […]
Illini Inquirer Podcast | B1G Media Days with the Illini: Josh Whitman, Gabe Jacas, Seth Coleman & Pat Bryant
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner chat with Illinois AD Josh Whitman and Illinois players Gabe Jacas, Seth Coleman and Gabe Jacas at Big Ten Media Days in Indianapolis. Illini outside linebackers Gabe Jacas and Seth Coleman chat with Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner at Big Ten...
WHAT TO WATCH FOR: Prairie Dirt Classic, Wilmot Debut Pit World of Outlaws Stars Against Fast Locals
The World of Outlaws makes its second 2024 visit to Illinois and Wisconsin for three nights of racing in four days. Dirt Late Model history will be tested and written. A two-state trip to Illinois and Wisconsin has the World of Outlaws CASE Construction Equipment Late Models chasing glory and adding a new chapter to the record books.
14-year-old killed in Neoga ATV accident
NEOGA, Ill. (WCIA) — A 14-year-old boy from Neoga has died after an ATV accident Monday afternoon. Greg Epperson, the Deputy Coroner of Coles County, confirmed with WCIA that Graydon Mendenhall was seriously hurt in an accident on his family’s property around noon. After turning a corner too fast, Mendenhall fell off of the ATV […]
Off Podium Empire: Illinois Fighting Illini at the Olympics
Bee One Gee news, your inbox. Every Friday. Ah, my beloved Fighting Illini. For how solid our track and field team has been recently, I’m a little surprised to not have more names here. But the double golf Belgians does fit our history as a golf school. Let’s get to it.
PHOTOS: Firefighters quickly extinguish flaming minivan in Vermilion Co.
CATLIN, Ill. (WCIA) — No one was hurt after a minivan burst into flames in Catlin Monday evening. Officials with the Catlin Fire Protection District posted about the incident on their Facebook page. They said firefighters were dispatched to Webster and McKinley Streets at 6:37 p.m. for a vehicle on fire. When they arrived, the […]
The INCIL home modification grant will aid middle income families
Featured on WGN Radio’s Home Sweet Home Chicago on 06/08/24: Access Elevator’s VP of Sales Frank Wasilewski joins the show to talk about the INCIL home modification grant that is helping residents across Illinois achieve greater independence in their homes. To learn more about what Access Elevator can do for you, go to allaboutaccess.com or call them at 1-630-616-6249.
Pritzker, union members cut ribbon on new Manufacturing Training Academy at Southwestern Illinois College
Belleville, IL – Dozens of union workers, leaders and other guests got a close-up look at the future of workshop training July 11 at a ribbon-cutting and open house for the all-new Manufacturing Training Academy at Southwestern Illinois College (SWIC). What they saw was manufacturing education using technology that...
Pritzker signs several auto, medical service-related bills
CHICAGO, Ill. (WCIA) — Last week, Governor JB Pritzker signed several bills into law, including legislation involving vehicle safety and medical care. Some will go into effect immediately while others will not be actualized until January 1, 2025. Legislation like House Bills 4255 and 5370 were put forth to improve safety around emergency scenes. HB4255 […]
It’s guac o’clock at The Burrito Lab, now open
Champaign-Urbana’s newest restaurant The Burrito Lab opened yesterday on University Avenue in what used to be Meet Fresh. The local burrito shop’s motto is: Life deserves mas guac. I want that kind of life, and so yesterday, I went to check it out. The Burrito Lab offers custom burritos, burrito bowls, walking tacos, quesadillas, and salad — all with unlimited toppings including guacamole.
Jakob Dylan brings his musical legacy back to Champaign
The Wallflowers have had a multitude of revolving band members over the years, but it’s the group’s founder and leader who has stayed steadfast and provided the long-haul star power. One attendee of the band’s July 19 show at Virginia Theatre was there just to see him.
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