We do quite a bit of traveling during the holiday season — not terribly far, but away nonetheless, and I feel like life is just non-stop as soon as December rolls around. So I appreciate …
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Should Illinois legalize weed? News & Brews tackles the issue tonight
After the November election, talk of legalizing recreational marijuana in Illinois began to ramp up, as the new governor is a proponent. Tonight, Illinois Newsroom will be focusing on this timely topic for the latest …
Habitat for Humanity of Champaign County is looking for some wrappers
If you’re looking for a way to give back during the holidays, maybe consider putting your gift wrapping skills to good use. Habitat for Humanity of Champaign County will be stationed at Marketplace Mall from …
Champaign Outdoors has your hi-tech hook up
Champaign Outdoors has upped their technology game as they’ve settled into their new space at 2017A South Neil, and they will be showcasing it this Wednesday at their Custom Tech Showcase from 4 to 7 …
Urbana is looking for a new city council member
Now that Aaron Ammons has been sworn in as Champaign County Clerk, his seat on the Urbana City Council is up for grabs. Think you might be the best person to fill it? Here are …
Wandell Sculpture Garden is getting a fresh look
For those who enjoy a lovely walk through the sculpture garden at Meadowbrook Park, you can now look forward to new native trees and shrubs that are currently being planted. According to Derek Liebert, Superintendent of Planning …
Unit 4 is hosting a Youth Mental Health First Aid Course
The Special Education team from Unit 4 School District is presenting a course on how to offer help to young people in your life that might be experiencing a mental health crisis. They will give …
Seven Saints is partnering with Daily Bread Soup Kitchen for their Backpack Project
Here’s another opportunity to make a difference this holiday season, this time through Seven Saints and Daily Bread Soup Kitchen. Each year, Daily Bread collects new and gently used backpacks filled with cold weather gear …
Experience Visual AIDS at Krannert Art Museum and The Art Theater this weekend
Krannert Art Museum will be taking part in a worldwide recognition of World AIDS Day November 30th and December 1st, by offering the community the opportunity to engage with series of short films entitled “Alternate …
The UP Center is collecting items for homeless youth
From their Facebook post: Did you know that 40% of homeless youth identify as LGBTQ+? The cold winter months are here and we need you to help out! There are a handful of homeless youth …