The Orpheum building, formerly home to the Orpheum Children’s Science Museum, is being restored by Chicago preservationist Christopher Enck. If that name sounds familiar, it’s because he tried to save the Burnham Mansion from demolition …
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Nominations and applications are open for That’s What Teens Say
If you know a teen girl that has a story to share, you can nominate or encourage her to apply for That’s What Teens Say 2022. The three day conference will take place at the …
The 2022 Pride Fest Parade and Fair will be on October 1st
If you’re the sort that likes to plan ahead, then mark your calendar for Pride Fest 2022. The main event — the parade and vendor fair — will happen on October 1st in Urbana. They aren’t accepting …
Pure Being offers multiple paths to healing and growth
Julie takes a tour of Pure Being, an integrated health and wellness center in Urbana.
Watson’s Food Truck will debut on April 2nd
Check out Watson’s Chicken Food Truck at Rose Bowl Tavern on April 2nd, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Wildwood and Chain Station will be performing, so you can listen to some great music while trying some …
C-U Public Health is hosting a Maternal and Child Health open house
On March 29th, from 12 to 6 p.m., C-U Public Health District, at 201 W. Kenyon, is hosting a Maternal and Child Health open house. It’s open to all, and attendees can learn about all …
Read Josh Whitman’s open letter to Illini fans
It’s been an exciting season for Illini basketball, and a riled up fan base always comes with a fair amount of trash talking directed at opposing players. There have been a few instances this season …
Offer your input on housing grants in Urbana
On March 17th, at 5 p.m., join City of Urbana representatives for a Zoom webinar discussing the Annual Action Plan for housing grants. Hear about the proposed plan, and bring your questions and input. From …
Don’t miss the Purim Drag Show on Thursday
Each year, Illini Hillel puts on a drag show in celebration of Purim, a Jewish holiday based on the story of Esther, a Jewish queen who saved her people from being murdered. After going virtual …
The Champaign County Clerk’s office is upping their vote by mail game
Champaign County Clerk and Recorder Aaron Ammons shared the arrival of a new machine that will help make the vote by mail process more efficient on the back end. It’s kind of mesmerizing to watch …