Crowley Pumpkins in Mahomet displays 400+ jack-o-lanterns for passersby to gander at, and Steve heads out there to chat with them about it.
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Setup to scare: Baldwin Asylum in Rantoul
Baldwin Asylum in Rantoul has been haunting central Illinois for seven years with its 10,000 square foot setup of corpses, monsters, and haunted rooms.
Everyday Kitchen is the front porch to Lodgic Everyday Community
We spoke with Everyday Kitchen executive chef Jared Bastion on how the simple, high-quality food, complimented with a stylish yet relaxed dining room and bar, have led to the success of the overall community.
Triptych Brewing thrives on changing things up
With an ever-changing menu, and a focus on community involvement, Triptych Brewing has found the recipe for success.
Downtown Urbana Historic District added to National Register of Historic Places
Downtown Urbana is rich with a history that pre-dates almost any other town in the area, including Champaign. The Downtown Urbana Historic District was recently added to the National Register of Historic Places due to …
Check out some photos from Champaign County Humane Society’s groundbreaking ceremony
This past Thursday, the Champaign County Humane Society formally began its renovation & construction project by hosting a ground breaking ceremony. The project will add 1,600 squaqre feet to the current facility and a new, …
The UP Center will recognize two anniversaries at this year’s pride
The UP Center of Champaign County, who organizes the annual Pride Parade & Fest in Champaign, is celebrating LGBTQ+ history while also recognizing a milestone of their own. The theme of this year’s parade will …
Siebel Center for Design reaches construction milestone
The Siebel Center for Design reached an important construction milestone as the final steel beam is fixed to its structure.
All about eating: The 2019 Taste of C-U
Twenty-six local food vendors and four local breweries gathered in West Side Park last weekend to showcase their food at the annual Taste of C-U.
Urbana mayor and city council want input on cannabis sales
A listening session regarding the sale of cannabis in Urbana will take place Monday evening at the city council chambers, immediately following the regular city council meeting which begins at 7 p.m. While use of …