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Billboard memorializes dead cows in Douglas County
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) – It’s been more than a month since cows got loose and were killed on I-57 in Douglas County. Now, a billboard that reads “I’m me. Not meat,” is up in the area. In August, a semi-truck carrying cows crashed. 20 cows were killed, and another 16 got loose. People for […]
Meet WCIA’s Taylor Mitchell at Champaign’s new cat lounge this weekend
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — If you are looking for an activity to do with your family indoors this weekend, head out to the new Kitty Crib in North Champaign. You’ll enjoy cats and even a special WCIA guest appearance. Moore’s Rescue Ranch is hosting the grand opening on Saturday, Sept. 28th from 11a.m. to 5 p.m. […]
Niemann's concept focuses on 'elevated customer service,' company says
Sep. 25—CHAMPAIGN — A grocery at 2901 W. Kirby Ave. is the latest County Market to be converted to a concept that, according to Niemann Foods, puts a greater emphasis on customer service. Spokesman Gerry Kettler with Niemann Foods, the owner of County Market grocery stores, said the location is the third County Market location to be rebranded to a Niemann's after Quincy and Mattoon. He ...
‘I want to do more’: Douglas Co. Animal Shelter out of space, struggles to find solutions
TUSCOLA, Ill. (WCIA) — Douglas County Animal Control is currently shut down and at capacity, they can’t take in any pets. But, that’s only the beginning of the problem. 11 of the dogs can’t be adopted because of an ongoing court case. For Spencer Hall, the shelter’s administrator, it’s like treading water and pushing forward […]
NAACP Awards | Centennial grad brings soul to local airwaves
Sep. 26—Honor roll Six community members will share the spotlight Saturday night at the Hilton Garden Inn, when the NAACP's Champaign County branch holds its annual Freedom Fund celebration during the same weekend it hosts the organization's 87th annual state conference. To be honored: Education Award: * James Anderson Keep the Dream Alive Award: * The Rev. Claude E. Shelby President's Award: ...
Baldarotta’s in Urbana to open second location in early October
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — A beloved Urbana sandwich shop may soon have a second location as early as next month. In the summer, Baldarotta’s announced a campaign to raise money for a new brick and mortar location on Griggs Street. Since then, they have surpassed their original $35,000 goal and have raised over $38,000. In […]
‘Take a Child Outside Week’ event brings bubbly fun to Urbana community
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — Parents and their children in Urbana celebrated a bubbly, fun day at the park on Wednesday. Nearly 80 kids came out to the event, where they could create, pop, and play with bubbles at the park. It was all part of the Urbana Park District’s “Take a Child Outside Week,” where […]
Champaign-based health coach says maintaining healthy diet improves health issues
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Being able to maintain a healthy diet improves a lot of health issues. The CDC has new data showing the obesity rate has gone down. That’s the first time that’s happened in more than a decade. According to one Christie Clinic Weight Loss Coordinator, professionals are noticing that people are willing […]
5 high school students from around the country have been named National Student Poets
NEW YORK (AP) — Five high school students, residing far from each other while sharing visions of community and self-expression, have been named National Student Poets. Each of the poets will represent different parts of the country. Robert Gao of University Laboratory High School in Champaign, Illinois, will cover the Midwest. Marcus Burns of Vermont’s St. Johnsbury Academy will be based in the Northeast. Nadia Wright of Murrah High School in Jackson, Mississippi, will be the poet for the Southeast. Sofia Kamal of Rancho Solano Preparatory School in Phoenix, Arizona, is the student poet for the Southwest and the West’s regional poet is Anya Melchinger of Mid-Pacific Institute in Honolulu.
Your guide to enjoying pumpkin spiced season
Photo: Sabuzak Kim/Pixabay by Tim DitmanOSF Healthcare DANVILLE - Pumpkin spice lattes, apple crisp macchiatos and chai lattes are staples of fall and winter. The drinks can boost your mood and energy and liven up social gatherings. But drinker beware, says Caroline Brundage, a dietetic intern with OSF HealthCare. She says the concoctions contain more added sugar (sugar not naturally occurring in an ingredient) than you’d think. Some drinks have 50 grams or more of added sugar, she says. And Brundage has noticed more coffee shop drinks with higher levels of saturated fat. “The biggest risk...
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