Whenever the national spotlight touches Champaign-Urbana, it is certainly something to note. Today, that comes in the form of Champaign-born pop musician Lex, who has just released a video for “My Way” (and no, it’s …
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Urbana School District offering free meals to all children under 18 this summer
When school lets out for the summer, a lot of families suddenly have to provide two meals that were previously covered. Luckily for families in C-U, the Urbana School District is offering free emails to …
Allerton Park hosting Garden Party fundraiser this Friday
In case you’re looking for something to do this weekend, Allerton Park in Monticello will be hosting a Garden Party fundraiser this coming Friday, May 20th, at 5:30 p.m. All of the proceeds from the …
Goodnight, sweet prince
Boswell bids farewell to music at Mike N' Mollys before their closure at the end of the month.
Common Ground Food Co-op reveals Owner Days sale starting now
Yesterday, Common Ground Food Co-op kicked off their Owner Appreciation Days promotion, which will run from now until May 15th. During this time, Common Ground members will be able to save 10% on a shopping …
University of Illinois announces 2016 summer construction projects
The University of Illinois has just released their plans for construction this summer – plan accordingly. From the U of I: CHAMPAIGN, IL – New doors and entryways for the Undergraduate Library, gallery renovations at …
Parkland College hosting Graphic Design Student Show reception tomorrow
Parkland College will be hosting a reception for their Graphic Design Student Show tomorrow evening in conjunction with CUDO. Over $1,400 in prizes and awards will be awarded, and those interested can RSVP here. The reception will …
Campus pride
Boswell takes issue with a recent News-Gazette editorial that condemns U of I students and faculty for protesting Governor Rauner's visit to C-U last week.
First Federal offering free tomato plants to anyone today
I made my way over to First Federal Savings Bank on Neil St. this morning because I heard that they were giving away free tomato plants to anyone who walked in the door. At first, …
This Illinois Marathon interactive map is fascinating
The Illinois Marathon has unveiled this awesome infographic so that you can see where all of this weekend’s runners are coming from. If you’re a data-nerd, dive in. You may be on this page for …