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Events
Culpepper and Merriweather Circus coming to Homer
The Culpepper and Merriweather Circus will visit Homer, Ill. on August 16 with two 90-minute shows at 5 and 7…
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Homer to hold special meeting to appoint new mayor
The Village of Homer will hold a special meeting tonight to accept the resignation of Mayor Jeremy Richards and appoint…
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New three-digit suicide prevention hotline 988 launches to help with mental health crisis
Finding support in a mental health crisis is now easier with a national network of more than 200 crisis centers…
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Ameren electric to raise prices June 1
The cost of everything seems to be rising—and for Ameren customers, electricity prices will go up again beginning June 1.…
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Commentary
Commentary: What America needs now is laws that regulate guns
My Facebook and Instagram feed tonight is the same as everyone else’s. You’ve sent your thoughts and prayers; posted a…
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Early primary voting begins May 19
Early voting will begin May 19 at the Brookens Admin Building in Champaign County. “While I am strongly encouraging voters…
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Local
Community Pop-Up Booster Clinics available first two weekends in May
Carle Clinic will host COVID-19 booster clinics in Champaign-Urbana during the first two weeks in May for those looking to…
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Events
Local groups to celebrate International Dark Sky Week, encourage residents to consider effects of outdoor lighting
In recognition of International Dark Sky Week, the Champaign County Forest Preserve District and the Champaign-Urbana Astronomical Society are joining…
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Illinois budget includes tax relief measures
Most taxpayers in Illinois will see some relief within the fiscal year 2023 budget. Signed on Tuesday, the 2023 budget…
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Events
Randy Houser, Rhett Walker to headline Mahomet Music Festival
Country-music artist Randy Houser will headline the 2022 Mahomet Music Festival on August 27 after performances by rising-country stars Drew…
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