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IDOT photo enforcement van monitoring speed in Champaign
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — The Illinois Department of Transportation has a new vehicle designed to catch speeding drivers at construction zones. IDOT confirmed the use of their new photo enforcement vans at the I-57/74 interchange in Champaign County. Five vans were launched earlier this to monitor cars and capture anyone speeding in active construction zones. […]
Champaign launches the 2024 Fire Recruitment Process
CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – The Fire and Human Resources Departments have joined forces to initiate the 2024 Firefighter recruitment process. Applications are now open at the National Testing Network and will be accepted until September 13. The process will culminate in the 2025-2027 Entry Level Firefighter Eligibility List, anticipated to receive approval from the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners in February 2025.
Time to make arrangements to get rid of storm-related debris
CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – The Public Works Department of the City of Champaign is actively addressing requests for assistance concerning City trees that have been affected and clearing debris from City streets following the wind event on Tuesday, June 25. For those who have asked, there is no...
Experience C-U Foundation announces African American heritage murals
On Tuesday, the Experience Champaign-Urbana Foundation announced a new mural series as part of the Champaign County African American Heritage Trail. The Experience C-U Foundation and 40 North, the Champaign County Arts Council, declared this initiative to celebrate key themes in local African American history through public art. The project...
‘Fun Days’ weekend coming to Tolono
TOLONO, Ill. (WCIA) — Tolono is in for a weekend of family-friendly fun. Starting at 5 p.m. this Friday, both West and East Side Parks will host food and craft vendors, inflatables, a golf cart parade, live music, a zipline, rock wall, and more. There will be events more exclusive to adults too, like the […]
Champaign County RC Club hosting ‘Warbirds & Classics’ event
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — RC cars, boats, and even planes seem to be a highlight in Central Illinois. For the Champaign County RC Club, their passion flies a little higher than just a few air shows. Vice President Dan Irwin has been in the club since he was a teenager. “Joined the club when I […]
Registration opens for 2025 Illinois Marathon
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) — Registration is now open for the 2025 Christie Clinic Illinois Marathon. Next year's race weekend will take place from April 24-26. An early bird special will be in effect for lower registration prices. 2025 Race Weekend Event Schedule. Thu, April 24, 2025 4:00 PM -...
WEEKEND TOP PICKS: Get ready for some red, white, and BOOM!
CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – Break out your red, white and blue and put those colors on display as you enjoy some of the best fireworks displays in the state! Don’t forget to grab the sunscreen and slather up the kiddos – and yourself, too!. With many...
Piatt County gets mobile emergency command center
MONTICELLO, Ill. (WAND) — Piatt County has taken possession of a mobile Emergency Command Center. It can be used in events like tornadoes, floods, hazmat and chemical spells. Piatt County Emergency Management agency paid $40,000 for the vehicle which was being sold by Champaign County which is upgrading its...
Champaign City Council discusses honorary street names
The Champaign City Council held its weekly meeting on Tuesday, focusing on honorary street name requests from Champaign constituents. The first request was that Taylor Street, located between Market Street and Walnut Street, be named as “Mark Rubel Way.”. Mark Rubel was a musician in the Champaign community. He...
Illinois Rural Health to Hold 35th Educational Conference
The Illinois Rural Health Association (IRHA) will host its 35th annual Educational Conference July 31 – August 1, at the I-Hotel in Champaign. The conference is an opportunity for rural healthcare administrators and clinicians to advance their professional skills, while networking and learning best practices from their counterparts throughout the state. Online registration and a full conference brochure can be found at www.ilruralhealth.org.
Kirby bridge over I-57 on agency's list
Jun. 28—CHAMPAIGN — A bridge that has caused anxiety for drivers on Kirby Avenue is slated for an $8 million rebuild that may resolve some of those concerns. Rebuild Illinois, a multi-year, multibillion-dollar infrastructure improvement plan, kicks off next year, but it will be at least 2026 before work begins on the Kirby bridge over Interstate 57, between Duncan and Staley roads. "I've had ...
The Top Things to Do in July in Champaign-Urbana
Summer is officially here, and July is packed with PLENTY to do around around Champaign-Urbana. So to keep it all straight, we’ve picked out a few of our many favorites and listed them here so you will make sure not to miss them. They’re listed chronologically. (For info on area fireworks, go here. For other July 4 events, go here.)
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