The City of Champaign is once again going to offer the opportunity to learn about how local government works. Since my only frame of reference is Pawnee, Indiana from Parks and Rec, and that is …
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Sweat at the Station examines familiar themes
Julie speaks with director Mathew Green about Sweat, which opens tonight at The Station Theatre.
Lodgic Everyday Community now has memberships available
Last year it was announced that Lodgic Everyday Community, a conceptual workplace that would cater to independent professionals, would be opening in C-U in 2018. They are planning for a September opening, and memberships are …
Common Ground has two new featured artists
This Friday, August 3rd, Common Ground Food Co-op will be celebrating the work of it’s newest gallery artists: painter Mary Ciaccio and photographer Tom Layman. You can meet the artists and view their work from …
CUTC’s Annie debuts on Thursday, and you should watch this interview with Sandy
The Champaign Urbana Theatre Company is putting on its final show of the summer season, the iconic Annie, this weekend at the Virginia Theatre. Shows are Thursday through Saturday at 7 p.m. or Sunday at …
You can get double punches during Cafe Kopi happy hour every day
For those who enjoy an afternoon/evening pick me up, this is wonderful news. Effective immediately, all medium and large drinks purchased between 5 and 8 p.m., Monday through Friday, can get a double punch on …
Tickets are on sale for the 6th Annual Pens to Lens Gala
It’s almost time for this year’s Pens to Lens Gala, an annual celebration of films created by local K-12 students. From the press release: “Pens to Lens is a screenwriting competition that invites K-12 students …
Look at this 40 ounce steak from Nando Milano
This is a serious piece of meat, friends. Apparently, it’s meant to be shared by 2-3 people. But there’s no judgment here. You gotta do you. I mean, this is glorious. Their Facebook page says …
Here’s a way to get free coffee from Columbia Street Roastery
If you like coffee, and you like free things, you should sign up for the “First in Line” email list. You will be notified every time Columbia Street releases a new product. Then, if you are …
Willard Airport is offering Global Entry Enrollment in September
If you frequently travel internationally, here’s a great opportunity to ease that process. If you’re interested, it’s a good idea to apply now so you can get conditional approval before the enrollment. Here are the …