One of the best things about Champaign-Urbana’s music scene is that so many bands around town are not complacent with just being “local.” Sure, these bands play all of the local venues, have local fans, …
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bacaro taking holiday cookie orders through Saturday
I know, cookies are an essential component to any holiday snack cabinet, but making them takes time and energy that most of us don’t have. Luckily for the lazy of us (or those of us …
Leonhard Recreation Center is perfect for staying active in the Winter
I know, it’s starting to get to be cold outside (though this week was a shining exception), you know, not just like “this is chilly”-cold, but more like “wow, why does it hurt my face …
The Overture: December 14-20
With the holidays upon us, shows are a little light in C-U, but that doesn't mean there still aren't good ones in town, and we've got them all in this week's Overture.
Triptych Brewing is hosting Festivus celebration December 23rd
For those of you who love local brewers Triptych (as well you should), they have just announced an awesome holiday party at their Savoy location. Included will be a Dragon Fire “pizza feast” (the truck …
T.R.U.T.H – “Stop Killin My People”
Ahead of her headlining show at Cowboy Monkey tonight (as 1/2 of Mother Nature), Champaign emcee T.R.U.T.H drops a bit of a pre-game, a new track entitled “Stop Killin My People.” There’s a lot to …
The Overture: December 7-13
Plenty lined up this week in C-U live music, especially at Cowboy Monkey. Check out the full list within.
Norden hosting holiday pop-up shop starting tonight
One of the coolest things about Downtown Urbana has been its ability to foster some really awesome and unique creative businesses — including Norden. Starting tonight and running through December 20th, they’re hosting a pop-up …
Illinois football remains mired in perpetual mediocrity
Boswell takes a critical look at the University of Illinois' decision to hire interim-head coach Bill Cubit for another two years.
Neutral Cycle offering bike winterization
If you’re like me, you left your bike outside a couple of years ago for the entire Winter, and come Spring, it was ruined. Completely ruined. Even if you’re not an idiot like me, Neutral …