The C-U community is speaking out to ensure that the problems at Urbana Free Library won't be glossed over.
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“Do you ever read any of the books you [weed]?”
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The nonfiction collection at the Urbana Free Library was gutted over the course of just one weekend. Thousands of books were removed from the shelves, placed in boxes, and shipped away.
The Rainbow Connection: June 10–16
This week’s Rainbow Connection is dedicated to Shelley Argent.
Urbana Public Arts Program releases call for entries for “Murals on Glass”
From the press release: City of Urbana Public Arts Program Releases the 2013–14 Call for Entries for “Murals on Glass” The City of Urbana Public Arts Program and the Urbana Business Association are pleased to …
Lanesskog resigns from Board of Education
From the press release: Champaign resident Stig Lanesskog has stepped down from his position on the Champaign Unit 4 School District Board of Education. He submitted his resignation to the Board of Education and Superintendent …
Harold announces run for Illinois’ 13th Congressional District
Last week, we splogged that Erika Harold was, allegedly, planning to announce her candidacy for United States Congress. She’s made it official.
The 4th Annual Reel It UP Film Festival begins tonight
The UP Center’s annual LGBTQA Film Festival brings together family and community to celebrate Pride.
Kate Bornstein announced as headliner for Pride Festival 2013
The UP Center of Champaign County just announced today that the amazing Kate Bornstein (yes, her) has agreed to be the headliner for Pride Fest 2013. Decades ago, when transgender people first hit my radar, …
The Rainbow Connection: June 3–9
This week’s Rainbow Connection is dedicated to Representatives Greg Harris and Deb Mell.
Urbana School District offering summer meals to children 18 and under
From the press release: Urbana school district offering summer breakfast and lunch to all children 18 and under Urbana School District #116 will offer free summer meals during June at several schools as part of …