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Fourth of July Celebrations throughout East Central Illinois
Get ready for an explosive celebration on Monday, July 3rd, and Tuesday, July 4th. Here’s a rundown of the exciting events taking place:. The Village of Fisher will have fireworks on July 3rd at dusk by the fairgrounds. There will be food trucks from 5-8pm. Food vendors will be available.
Opening soon: Crumbl Cookies, Atomic Wings, Epic Burger, Papa John's
Jul. 3—The latest restaurant news from business writer Jana Wiersema (more in this weekend's 'It's Your Business' column): The new Atomic Wings restaurant at 627 S. Wright St. in Champaign is expected to open in mid-July, said local franchisee Kavita Venkatesh. — Crumbl Cookies is expected to open at 2005 S. Neil St. in Champaign the first week of August, managing partner Deb Platon shared on ...
Sholem Aquatic Center’s main pool remains closed
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — The main pool and lap pool at Champaign’s Sholem Aquatic Center remain closed, with a reopening date still uncertain. The closure began on Saturday when staff announced that there were mechanical issues with the pair of pools. However, their enclosed slides, tube slide, lazy river, and toddler areas are still open. […]
PET OF THE WEEK: This sweet senior wants to be your second in command
CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – This week’s adoptable pet is a little tiger who would love the royal treatment from a ruler of his own. Meet Robbie, a laid-back 10-year-old domestic shorthair at the Champaign County Humane Society (CCHS) in search of his fur-ever home. This handsome cat may not be a dog lover, but he’s hoping to find a kingdom without any canines to call his own.
A-H Library Hosts International Library Associates for 2024
This group of people from 11 different countries visited the A-H Library on Saturday, June 22. Pictured, left to right, seated: Robert Edwards, Deb Lust, Dr. Elizabeth Malabanan, Philippines, Director of Libraries; Yunjin Choi, South Korea, Librarian. Row 2: Verna Schlabach, LaMar Schlabach, Clara Chu, Yoonju Gal, South Korea, Librarian; Liya Louis, Qatar, Library Systems, Data & Web Coordinator; Vafa Mammadova, Azerbaijan, Senior Librarian; Khadija Muhsin, Emirates, Library Section Manager; (name unavailable); Jessica Lewis Marshall, Jamaica, Deputy Librarian, Public Services, Outreach & Special Projects; Daniela Skokovic, Serbia, Library Advisor, Children’s Dept.; Peggy Nzomo, U of I. Back: Prince Dwomoh, Ghana, Principal Library Assistant; James Nyakundi, Kenya, Head Librarian; Chintan Pandya, India, Librarian; Muhammad Mirza, Pakistan, Principal Librarian. (Sorry for the omitted name)
Perspective: How about a slice of pie?
When I moved “up north,” as my dad down south would say, my Midwestern adventure began. Crossing the Mississippi River as I drove out of Memphis and again as I entered Illinois, I was struck by the stately barns and silos, the tidy farmsteads, and especially the black earth of the farmlands.
Champaign-Urbana Grocery Stores and Shopping Tips
Where to shop for groceries in Champaign-Urbana, along with shopping tips and ‘best kept secrets’. We have a multitude of grocery stores to choose from in Champaign-Urbana, ranging from nationwide chains to the very definition of “local” where no more than half a dozen shoppers can fit in the store at one time. We break down where you can grocery shop and include a few tips on navigating Champaign-Urbana grocery shopping for you.
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