Champaign

Nicole reflects on Monday's fire that destroyed the sanctuary of Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church, reminding readers of the church's legacy for the Champaign-Urbana community.

If you are the sort that likes to galavant about town to celebrate New Year's, here is a (somewhat) comprehensive look at your options here in C-U and beyond.

As we wind down the publishing calendar for 2018, here are the most visited articles on Smile Politely this year.

Jen, a Champaign resident who identifies as having a disability, gives some suggestions and tips on including people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) in meaningful ways during the holidays.

Here are some humble suggestions of where you should spend your dollars this season.

The Champaign-Urbana Public Health District has a breastfeeding-friendly business certification program that is fast, free, and simple.

Julie takes a look at the current state of contract negotiations in Unit 4. 

A then & now comparison of the buildings you've grown up around in the C-U community.

Nicole reflects on her poll monitoring experiences during early voting for the 2018 midterm, and offers voters advice on navigating polling place challenges in Champaign County.