Though using a bicycle right now is rather unfathomable, the weather will be reasonable again…hopefully. And even in winter months, there are many who rely on them for transportation. Here are the details of the …
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MTD is offering free rides on Wednesday
MTD is doing their part to keep folks safe during the deep freeze: With temperatures plummeting to dangerous lows, the Champaign-Urbana Mass Transit District (MTD) will be offering free rides to all passengers on Wednesday, …
The Bread Company brings on the cheese
Julie visits The Bread Company during Restaurant Week.
The City of Champaign has a list of warming centers, shelters, and more on their website
In case you haven’t been paying attention to the weather, it’s going to be scary cold this week. Wednesday, the high is supposed to be in the negative. While many of us can stay bundled …
Take the opportunity to learn from a former Jewish spy on February 13th
In 2019, the voices of those who lived through World War II and experienced the horrors of Nazi Germany are dwindling. On February 13th, Krannert Center will offer the opportunity to hear from a woman …
You can “Rent the Dome” for a unique Allerton experience
Allerton has just announced a way to enjoy the outdoor splendor of the park while being protected a bit from the elements — The Dome. Snuggle up with throw blankets, a space heater, and have a …
University of Illinois is investing a boatload of money into arts and humanities
With the inaugural Presidential Initiative to Celebrate the Impact of Arts and Humanities, put it place by President Killeen, close to $2 million is going to be distributed to 14 different projects across the three …
PechaKucha Night CU Vol. 29 will be March 30th
This regular event is about to approach the 10th anniversary of its inaugural outing in September of 2009. This spring’s offering will have the theme “Making Space For Women” Interested in presenting? Applications are being …
Dare to Dream, Dream to Build event will support Habitat for Humanity
This regular event put on by the Home Builders Association of East Central Illinois directly benefits the work of Habitat for Humanity of Champaign County as well as the organization Build My Future. This year’s …
Phillips Recreation Center is getting a playground makeover
Urbana Park District is getting ready to add new playground equipment to Phillips Recreation Center, a site that is used by multiple summer camps as well as students from a nearby school and those kids got …