Taco Motorizado, the taco truck parked on North Cunningham Avenue in Urbana, is permanently closing at 8 p.m. on Saturday, May 1st, citing personal reasons. We will most certainly miss the truck, but wish them …
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Unity in Action Magazine seeks entries for its Art for Health and Unity competition
Unity in Action Magazine, in collaboration with the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Champaign-Urbana Public Health District, and Urbana-Champaign Independent Media Center is hosting an Art for Health and Unity Competition open to people of …
Where are C-U’s best pretzels?
Today is National Pretzel Day (apparently), and as my Instagram feed is full of pretzel content, it had me wondering where all the pretzels are in C-U. I’ve seen pretzel bites on app menus, and …
Sipyard is reopening for the season
Beginning April 29th, Sipyard will be open 5 to 11 p.m.,Thursdays through Saturdays. Even though Sipyard is an outdoor bar, please remember to be mindful that not everyone may not have been vaccinated (yet). Enjoy …
Did you catch this Q&A with astronaut Mike Hopkins?
Last week, the University of Illinois Department of Aerospace Engineering hosted a 25-minute question and answer session with alumnus Mike Hopkins, a NASA astronaut currently aboard the International Space Station. You can watch the full …
The U of I provided COVID tests for FLOTUS’ visit to Sauk Valley Community College
Today First Lady Dr. Jill Biden and Secretary of Education Dr. Miguel Cardona visited Sauk Valley Community College in Dixon, Illinois (in the northwestern part of the state). The University of Illinois provided the saliva …
Plan your escape to C-U Adventures in Time & Space
ICYMI, escape room lovers: You may now hunt for clues to complete your “escape” in person. C-U Adventures in Time & Space has reopened for in-person escape room gaming. You can book your visit on …
Save the date for the 8th Annual Allerton Plant Sale
Allerton Park is hosting its 8th annual plant sale fundraiser from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on May 1st and 2nd. There will be a whole bunch of different plants, including a limited supply of …
You’ll want to catch this discussion with artist Sheila Pree Bright
The Spurlock Museum is hosting a virtual discussion about “the role of photography in capturing moments of civil unrest” with renowned artist Sheila Pree Bright. “Documenting Contemporary Social Justice Movements” is Thursday, April 15th at …
Submit your maps to the Champaign County Redistricting Advisory Group
The Champaign County Redistricting Advisory Group will move forward as scheduled, following an announcement from the state of Illinois that redistricting should move forward despite delays in receiving 2020 census data. Per Champaign County Executive …