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From the press release: Champaign-Urbana’s Twin City Derby Girls welcome Decatur’s Prairieland Punishers to TCDG’s opening home bout for their 2014 roller derby season. Doors open at Skateland Savoy, 208 West Curtis Road on Sunday, …

Market Monday Menu February 10 2014 50 USD grainy mustard beignets, sweet potato purée, smoked maple syrup. toasted pecans creamy mushroom soup, hen of the woods and black trumpet mushrooms, watermelon radish gremolata “Chili Mac” …

Join the Urbana Free Library on Saturday, February 15 from 2-3 p.m. for a compelling look at the history of African Americans in the “Land of Lincoln.” Brian Dolinar will be speaking about about his …

Artist Langston Allston is planning a 25×20 foot mural to honor Chef Ra. Fittingly, it will be located on the exterior wall of Mike ‘N Molly’s and will face WEFT. Check out the article from the …

The News-Gazette released the list of restaurants that failed health inspection in November and December: Ambar Indian Restaurant B. Won Cravings Sakanaya Restaurant Shanghai 1938 Chinese Restaurant Sitara Indian Restaurant and Lounge All have since …

Sad news for all you Crispin Glover fans out there. Unfortunately, and due to circumnstances beyond their control, the good folks at the Art Theater Co-op have had to indefinitely postpone Glover’s scheduled appearance. ‘Twas …

The 9th Annual A Cappella Benefit Concert at Unity High School in Tolono will be held Saturday, February 22nd with two shows at 5 and 8 p.m. Both shows feature the University of Illinois’ No …

The Onion strikes again — this time with Girl Scout Cookies and a man’s shame. “Man Swells With Shame After Entering Zip Code Into Girl Scout Cookie Locator” CHAMPAIGN, IL—Shortly after conducting a Google search …

… “with style”? I’ll leave this one to the comment section.

We all lost the great Philip Seymour Hoffman last week much earlier than we should have, and the Art Theater is paying tribute to him in a few weeks. On Thursday, February 20th, they’re planning …

Good news! Layalina Mediterranean Grill has reopened today, February 5, at 401 South First Street (formerly Minneci’s) after a fire destroyed their establishment in November. I was fortunate enough to have a meal before the fire, …

Earlier today, we were invited to attend the ground-breaking event for a new state-of-the-art facility for Yahoo, located near the University of Illinois Research Park and the iHotel. They’re preparing for a 40,000 square foot …

In a recent article featured in The New York Times (or at least, the online version of the newspaper), local restaurateur Thad Morrow was quoted in Michael Moss’ “The Seeds of a New Generation” column. You might …

Clearance Sale at Woodie Alan’s Furniture — 717 S. Neil Street, Champaign, IL 61820 Stop by this Saturday, Feburary 8th (11 a.m.–3 p.m.) for great deals on beautiful furniture. Everything in the store is on sale …

Local chef Joshua Huddleston is hosting a four course Valentine’s Day dinner Friday, February 14 and Saturday, February 15, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., at Sylvia’s Irish Inn in Urbana. Tickets are $50 each, and it’s …

For anyone hoping to audition for the next production of Rantoul Theatre Group, you still have time. From a Rantoul Theatre Group press release: AUDITIONS EXTENDED FOR THE SILVER QUEEN. Due to the cold weather …

Next week, the No. 44 Society, a rare book collector’s club created by University of Illinois’ Rare Book & Manuscript Library, will host a meeting to discuss the care in preserving rare materials. This society …

Plant Mode, a locally owned plant supply company, now has an online store available. The website offers a local pick up service. On the website, you can shop for a variety of plants potted in …

Market Monday Menu February 3 2014 50 USD shrimp cocktail, tomato granita, horseradish crab hushpuppies, pickled cabbage, black garlic salad oyster chowder, Triple S Farms bacon seared snapper, roasted brussels sprouts, roasted pepper purée, potato …

Hope everyone is ready for the weekend, and this is a good way to start it out with a laugh.  Personally, I think this show is hilarious, even if it is ridiculous and stupid at …

University of Illinois’ dance students are having their semesterly studio dance performance next week. February Dance: Hybridity will be at Krannert’s Colwell Playhouse February 6th-8th, starting at 7:30 p.m. Ticket prices vary. From the Krannert …

Happy love day to you! The Urbana Butcher Shop will host a taco dinner on Friday, February 14 at 5 p.m. It’s BYOB, and they’ll serve food until they run out, so get there early.  …

Although there hasn’t been much advance notice from the Library or the search committee, please try to make it out to one or more of the “meet the candidate” receptions for the Urbana Free Library …

Urbana’s largest tree is in its final days. Friends and neighbors of the Big Hackberry Tree are invited to a community-wide group photo with the tree Sunday, February 2nd at 1 p.m., corner of W. …

University of Illinois Chancellor Phyllis Wise has issued a response to Sunday night’s hateful Twitter remarks. You can read the text on Inside Higher Ed, or below. Her response was deliberate and thoughtful, and even ended …

Local photographer and videographer Twobrainz is hosting a photography lecture/exhibit at Indi Go Co-Op Gallery in downtown Champaign tomorrow night. The lecture will be from 7-8 p.m., with the exhibit open after. Wine and cheese …

Sudoku. Board games. Brain teasers. Finding different ways to exercise and stimulate your brain has become a popular trend. But how can you tell if your brain fitness program is paying off? You can find …

Are you a local band interested in playing at Error Records? Check out their post regarding their upcoming local showcases they’re looking to start up. Here’s what it says: We’re going to start something new …

If you haven’t already, take a look into Krannert Art Museum‘s new exhibits that debuted last Thursday. Over 20 contemporary art pieces are in the exhibit. Exhibitions such as Not Ready to Make Nice: Guerilla Girls …

Sakanaya Restuarant announced this week that it will now be open for lunch Monday through Saturday. From 11:30-2 p.m. you can grab a bite to eat at C-U’s newest sushi spot. They will have a …

SOUSA ARCHIVES TO PRESERVE POGO STUDIO RECORDINGS University Library Acquires Master Tapes, Documentation of Prominent Local Recording Studio Champaign, Illinois — The Sousa Archives and Center for American Music, part of the University of Illinois …

From an Indi Go Artist Co-op press release: A benefit art show supporting community radio station WEFT 90.1 FM will open at Indi Go Artist Co-op on World Radio Day 2014 – Thursday, February 13th, …

After the events of Sunday and Monday regarding Chancellor Phyllis Wise, Caleb Curtiss penned (well, you know what I mean) a terrific piece on the matter. Earlier today, Inside Higher Ed mentioned it within their …

The inaugural Phases of the Moon Festival, happening in nearby Danville, announced a pretty massive lineup yesterday. The festival is taking place September 11-14, 2014, and will apparently feature a ton of huge acts here …

Here’s Student Body President Damien R. Bolden’s response to the flurry of racist tweeting that accompanied Monday’s cold weather: Our student body is internationally known for its academic achievements and the respect we share for each …

Oh, sweet Jesus am I excited to share the news that Walter Hill’s strange, gritty, just-shy-of-alternate-reality classic The Warriors is going to be the Late Night feature at the Art Theater Co-op this weekend. Featuring …

After a bunch of months of deliberation, the Board of Education has purchased the land for the new location of Champaign Central High School. Please, discuss and let us know your thoughts on this location. …

From the press release: ECE ILLINOIS launches Saturday Engineering for Everyone A new open and free lecture series called Saturday Engineering for Everyone, is aimed at non-engineers of all backgrounds who are interested in learning about engineering. The inaugural …

From the press release: CHAMPAIGN, IL – On Wednesday February 5th, 2014, the two Democratic primary candidates for the IL 103rd District will be featured in a debate co-sponsored by the North End Breakfast Club …

February’s Community Cinema screening and discussion features Las Marthas, a documentary about the annual debutante ball in Laredo, Texas, which dates from the aftermath of the U.S.-Mexico War. The film follows two Mexican American girls …

From the press release: During the month of January, 8th grade students at Edison, Franklin, Jefferson and Urbana Middle Schools are learning about what it takes to make it out in the world—and they’re learning …

Skeletal Lightning has announced the full lineup of its second festival, to be held at Error Records in Champaign on Friday and then at the IMC in Urbana on Saturday and Sunday of the second …

Restaurant Week is January 26th through February 1st Prepare to be fed! The Champaign Center Partnership is excited to welcome back the 4th Annual Center City Restaurant Week January 26th through February 1st. The concept …

monday january 27 2013 50 usd baby octopus, paprika vinaigrette, roasted potatoes, green onion garbanzo and tomato stew, sherry vinegar paella, shrimp, bay scallops, chorizo braised rabbit leg, black olive, almond, cabbage, mushroom, braising reduction …

BuzzFeed has posted an article outlining some University of Illinois students’ responses to not receiving a snow day on Monday, January 27. Here’s what happened: The wind chill on Monday, January 27 is forecasted to …

Art Mart is hosting their annual Stock Your Pantry sale this Friday and Saturday. You’ll receive 20% off regularly priced groceries throughout the store, although some exclusions apply. What a great way to stock up on …

News from the University of Illinois athletic department, as it was announced that AD Mike Thomas has been given an extension and a raise. The extension takes the agreement to August 28th, 2019. Via the Sacramento Bee: …

On today’s show, we will discuss a new documentary called Health Care In All the Wrong Places and its implications for the U.S.’s current health care system. The film debuts on at 7:30 p.m. on …