Tonight on the show, we’re joined by Michelle Duennes from the University of Illinois’ Departmentof Entomology. She’ll be filling us in on National Pollinator Week, and just some of the events happening this weekend and throughout …
Police have responded to this incident which has left Furniture Lounge on University Avenue without its front window. No specific details at the moment, but thanks to Nathon Jones for the heads up with the …
Come out tonight to Emerald City Lounge, catch a great show, and be a part of a documentary. God-Des & She are looking for aspiring filmmakers to help get footage for a documentary about their …
· “No Decision Made On Champaign City Council District 3 Seat” (WICD) · “Council deadlocked over seat replacement” (WCIA) · “West Nile Virus Found in Champaign” (WILL) · “Champaign Southwest MTD board votes down resolution …
Four votes for Tony Pomonis – Kyles, Bruno, Dodds, Gerard Four votes for Vic McIntosh – Feinen, Faraci, Foster, LaDue They punt. The issue will be reconsidered on July 10.
From the B1G PR office: BIG TEN AND THE IVY LEAGUE ANNOUNCE RESEARCH COLLABORATION TO STUDY HEAD INJURIES IN SPORTS World-class academic and research institutions agree to coordinate ongoing efforts to address head injuries in …
Will CISaves.com be offering a similar deal for the Gazoo, soon? Hard to say, but if this is an indicator, we’re likely hearing a faint death rattle, somewhere out in the ether…
· “Mayor’s $58.4 million budget up for approval in Urbana” (N-G) · “Vacant Champaign council seat to be filled this week” (N-G) · “U of I and Police Board Working on Agreement to Keep PTI …
While little is currently known about the alleged art bandit, Michael McNeal of Champaign has been detained in connection with the biggest art heist C-U has seen since that one frat boy stole and desecrated …
The UP Center of Champaign County is now accepting interested musicians, singers, spoken word artists, and other performers who are interested in performing at this year’s Pride Fest on September 8, 2012. Interested parties should …
From the press release: Michael Uslan, executive producer of the Batman film series, comic book historian, and author of The Boy Who Loved Batman and other books, will be at the Illini Union on Thursday, …
Krannert Center for the Performing Arts has just released a massive schedule for September through next April of shows, concerts and performances. First performances begin on September 8. Season books will be available on July …
Pygmalion Music Festival passes are increasing in price tomorrow. Currently they are going for $75 after the initial $65 sold out practically in an instant. You can still get your tickets at the 2nd level …
She’s basically the best: http://www.news-gazette.com/news/people/2012-06-17/getting-personal-lindsey-gates-markel.html
· “2012 Champaign County Fair Queen pageant” (N-G) · “Getting Personal: Lindsey Gates-Markel” (N-G) · “Is it time to wipe slate clean in Bristol Place?” (N-G) · “C-U’s Native Film Critic Turns 70: Ebert’s Early …
Join us on the show as we hop in the way-back machine and dial up some tracks from Chambana rockers The Rave. We’ll chat with the band in studio about the rock scene in Champaign …
· “OSHA fines Flex-N-Gate for failures” (WCIA) · “OSHA fines Flex-N-Gate $57,000” (N-G) · “Mural Painters Headed to Eastern Illinois Town” (WILL) · “Yahoo adds jobs at UI Research Park” (N-G) · “Mattis postal expansion …
If you’re looking to improve your skills, or just make a lot of people listen to what nonsense you have to say on a regular basis, you might want to hit up this workshop to …
· “Youths with fireworks apparent cause of Monticello bridge fire” (N-G) · “Champaign will send electric-rate letters” (N-G) · “Waffle truck prompts food pilot project, change” (CU Citizen Access) · “Court Hearing for Cherry Orchard …
The Art Theater has pushed up the date for its transition of ownership to the Art Theater Co-op to August. As of June 7, over 850 people have invested over $80,000. Their new goal is …
Are you a budding photographer or videographer that wants to take your skills and knowledge to the next level? Or maybe you bought that DSLR camera but haven’t yet been able to tap into it’s …
Community members from as far away as Danville, Illinois have begun to chime in on what The Bible says about controversial issues such as women’s rights and what you should or should not do with …
This Friday at 6:00 p.m., Two Beers With Dylan Heath will be back in Mike ‘N Molly’s Beer Garden with the following guests: Triptych Brewing Comedian Michael Seibert Nature vs No One Also on …
Prairie Fruits Farm will host their first farm open-house of the season today from 4 to 6PM. That means you can check out the goats (and watch them chew on whatever is in sight), hang …
From the SID: Record Hired as Strength and Conditioning Coach Comes to Illinois after five years at Villanova Champaign, Ill.–Lon Record has been hired as strength and conditioning coach at the University of Illinois, in …
According to the Peoria Journal-Star, the Peoria City Council voted down, last night by a 6-5 margin, a proposed ordinance that would have allowed up to three food trucks to operate in that city’s Warehouse …
· “Cherry Orchard Landlord to Appear in Court” (WILL) · “Council Backs Downtown Urbana Hotel” (WICD) · “Champaign Electric Aggregation Plans” (WICD) · “Champaign council candidates have their say” (N-G) · “Champaign City Council takes …
This deal might be in its second week; I’m just not sure. But Emerald City Lounge has introduced Taco Tuesday: all the tacos you can eat for just $5. Drink specials include $3 Margaritas and …
· “Public interviews set for Champaign council vacancy” (N-G) · “Judge: Certain Messages Between City Officials Are Public Record” (WILL) · “County Jail Petition” (WICD) · “Urbana considers revising agreement over downtown hotel” (N-G) · …
Any golfer would die to have their bunker shot they drained for eagle caught on tape (mainly so their buddies actually believe that it actually happened). But having it go up on PGATour.com? Now that’s …
Cafe Luna and Slow Food Champaign-Urbana will host a farm dinner on June 24, with food from Seven Sisters Farm, Prairie Fruits Farm, and vendors at the Urbana Farmer’s Market. Get tickets or more information here.
· “UI in final stages of change in communication” (N-G) · “Champaign to host green business summit” (N-G) · “Downtown Champaign Mural Comes Down” (WICD) · “People Share Stories of Survival at Relay for Life” …
Friday on Eight Forty-Eight we’ll discuss the Plastic Bag and Film Recycling Act with WBEZ’s North Side bureau reporter Odette Yousef and Don Gerard, the mayor of Champaign, Illinois. Listen to a stream of the …
The News-Gazette reports that, in preparation for upcoming construction of the hotel project in downtown Champaign, volunteers are removing the fence art at Church and Neil this evening, June 8, and tomorrow afternoon, June 9, and …
At 107-109 Walnut in Downtown Champaign, both Cafe Kopi and Blues, Brews and BBQ Fest have stepped up their promo. Nicely done, on both accounts.
Today on SP Radio, we’re talking to Christina McClelland, Urbana’s Public Arts Coordinator. The Urbana Public Arts Program currently has a lot of great art projects completed or in development. If we have enough time …
· “Group Opposes Proposed Coal Mine” (WICD) · “Savoy Trustees Allow Video Gaming To Proceed” (WILL) · “Davis plans frequent campaign stops in Champaign County” (N-G) · “New lamps being tested at West Side Park” …
· “Champaign Council Unanimously Approves Ward Settlement” (WILL) · “Champaign school district mourns death of chief financial official” (N-G) · “Christensen Named U of I Police Chief” (WILL) · “Academic professionals’ union rejects UI’s final …
At a press conference this morning, Unit 4 Superintendent Judy Wiegand announced that Chief Operations Officer Gene Logas has passed away at 56. Logas was invaluable in designing Unit 4’s current financial strategy while serving …
This Saturday is the Lake Mingo Trail Run at the Kennekuk Cove County Park in Vermilion County. It is a 7.1 mile trail race circling Lake Mingo. There are Age Group & Weight Divisions awards. …
Carmon’s will bring the south to the midwest for their first “pop-up dinner” on Monday night, June 11, from 5-10 p.m. Check out the Fried Chicken Shack details, which include Triple S Farm chickens brined in sweet …
Pretty light on local news this morning, as the Daily Illini has most of the stories: · “Flightstar president uncertain of American Airlines bankruptcy’s local effect” (N-G) · “Year’s busiest work period underway for construction …
Today in hot-button issues: · “Urbana council member, partner among plaintiffs in same-sex marriage lawsuit” (N-G) The Southwest Champaign MTD continues to be a complete joke: · “C-U Transit Board: Won’t Expand Service in Southwest …
On today’s episode of Smile Politely Radio, we will be live from Mike n’ Molly’s Beer Garden. Going to be interesting. Champaign Mayor Don Gerard will talk about some of his favorite spots around C-U. …
The lawsuit, representing 25 gay and lesbian couples from across Illinois, will be announced during simultaneous press conferences in Springfield and Chicago scheduled for 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 30. It’s happening. Get all the info. …
Yesterday the City of Champaign posted an announcement on their website titled “City Launches Mobile Food Truck Pilot Project.” It reads, in part: “The City of Champaign is launching a pilot project for the summer months …
It’s a pretty slow news day, but here are the headlines, nonetheless: · “Fifth Champaign council candidate announces” (N-G) · “Kyle Harrison Gives Advice To Candidates Seeking District 3 Seat” (WICD) · “Frerichs Explains Opposition …
From the B1G press office: BIG TEN RECOGNIZES 24 OUTSTANDING SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD WINNERS Three hundred student-athletes honored throughout the academic year Park Ridge, Ill. – The Big Ten announced on Wednesday the 24 student-athletes named …
Today is the last day that the Artists for Guatemala Benefit Art Show and Sale will be up at Indi Go Artist Co-op. Come in any time between 1:00–7:00 p.m. and all pieces over $100 …
