Things on the south side of the Urbana Free Library are about to get a lot more…landscaped. Last week, it was announced that the Urbana Free Library Foundation had purchased a vacant corner lot, located …
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Urbana Mayor releases a statement on U.S. withdrawal from Paris Climate Accord
You probably noticed that the United States, led by our Cheeto-master-in-chief, pulled out from the Paris Climate Accord last week (despite it being a good thing for humanity as a whole). In response, Urbana’s Mayor, …
You can get free coffee from Columbia Street Roastery by clicking one button
Here’s a little-known fact that is sure to improve your Friday: you can receive some of the best coffee in the world from Champaign’s own Columbia Street Roastery, all from the comfort of your own …
Willard Airport announces inaugural United Airlines flight celebration June 8th
One of the biggest pieces of news coming out of Willard Airport over the past year is undoubtedly the addition of United Airlines as a carrier. It’s been quite some time since Willard has added …
Food trucks coming to Parkland College starting Monday
As part of a new trial run, Parkland College will be testing out having food trucks on campus starting next week. During the week, pretty much every local staple will be present at Parkland on …
Triptych Brewing releasing Fiesta Forever beer at Maize on Monday
If you haven’t been to check out the new Maize in Downtown Champaign yet, what better opportunity than this coming Monday, when local master brewers Triptych Brewing will be unveiling “Fiesta Forever,” their new Mexican …
Virginia Theatre announces 2017-2018 performance schedule
From the press release: CHAMPAIGN PARK DISTRICT ANNOUNCES VIRGINIA THEATRE 2017-2018 PERFORMING ARTS SEASON Schedule to include ZZ Top, Lily Tomlin, Lyle Lovett and John Hiatt, CUTC’s Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, the 20th Annual …
Illini Golf advances to Final Four; gives rise to funniest hashtag in recent memory
If you follow any Illinois Athletics social media accounts, or really, and local media of any kind, you’ve probably noticed that the Illini Men’s Golf team advanced to the NCAA final four competition, where they …
Here’s the full vendor list for this weekend’s Homer Soda Fest
The Homer Soda Fest is taking place this Saturday in nearby Homer, Illinois, which is easily one of the most unique fixtures of a Champaign-Urbana summer. With the festival comes a ton of vendors and …
Parkland College President to receive ICCTA Advocacy Award
Some more good news out of Parkland College today – it was announced that President Thomas Ramage will receive the Illinois Community College Trustees Association (ICCTA)’s Advocacy Award for 2017. For more information on what …