Well, that didn’t last long. We posted almost exactly a year ago that Krekel’s, based in Decatur, would be opening a location here in C-U. It’s arrival was the cause of rejoicing and a bit …
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Ninth Letter is accepting submissions for the 2019 Literary Awards
If you are a writer who would like to be considered, you have until April 26th to submit your fiction, poetry, or creative non-fiction. The prize is pretty awesome: The winner of each category will …
Betsy Dirksen Londrigan wants another shot at Rodney Davis
Last November, Londrigan came awfully close to winning IL-13, with an overwhelming majority in Champaign County, but Davis was able to close the gap and barely win with the support of the sea of red …
“Those Who Teach, Can” is coming up next week
Each year, art teachers from Unit 4 put their talents on display for the community to see. This year’s show, hosted by 40 North, is happening at 40 Point One | art space at 1300 …
Share your health and wellness thoughts with Urbana Park District
Urbana Park District is looking for 60 volunteers to participate in focus groups related to the health and wellness programming they offer. The sign-up indicates that you will be asked for input on: Your own …
UIUC played a pretty major role in this black hole image
Surely you’ve seen the image today — the first image we’ve ever seen of an actual black hole. Pretty awesome in itself, but even more awesome is the fact that a research group from University of …
Krannert Center is celebrating 50 years, here are some cool old photos
This weekend, Krannert Center for the Performing Arts is celebrating 50 years with their Come Home to Krannert weekend. There are numerous events happening — keep an eye out for our preview for a more in-depth …
Seven random things you can purchase at The Idea Store: Easter basket edition
Easter is just around the corner, and even if you aren’t a person who observes the whole religious aspect of the holiday, you might still be a person who enjoys some Cadbury Creme Eggs and …
Urbana Boulders is celebrating spring this Thursday
It seems spring might finally be here to stay, and Urbana Boulders is hosting a “Yay Spring” potluck and seminar on taking your climbing skills outside. Members and non-members are encouraged to come, bring food, …
Cunningham Township is hosting their annual meeting Tuesday night
I’ve only learned in the last year about the work that the staff and volunteers at Cunningham Township does for those living in poverty in Urbana, and they do — to put it mildly — a lot. …