In a move towards sustainability, the Champaign-Urbana Public Health District (CUPHD) has taken a significant leap forward by embracing solar energy. The recent completion of a cutting-edge solar panel installation atop its 99,000 square foot facility marks a pivotal moment in the District’s ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship and energy […]
In an exciting announcement for music enthusiasts and fans of rock across the region, the Champaign Park District has revealed that the iconic rock band The Wallflowers will grace the stage of the historic Virginia Theatre. The much-anticipated concert is scheduled for Friday, July 19, 2024, at 8:00 P.M. The […]
The Heritage School District has announced its new superintendent, Kim Norton, marking a significant leadership transition slated for July 1, 2024. Norton will replace Tom Davis as he retires. Norton has served as the Assistant Superintendent in Urbana since 2019. Her journey in educational leadership is marked by a series […]
The Homer Lake Forest Preserve invites the community to step into the enchanting world of maple sugaring, a tradition as old as the towering sugar maples themselves. On Saturday, February 24, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM and again at 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM, attendees will have the […]
The Champaign County Forest Preserve District (CCFPD) in Mahomet, Illinois, has recently received a significant boost in the form of a grant from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR). This funding, sourced from the IDNR’s Open Space Land Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) Grant Program, is earmarked for the expansion […]
The Vermilion County Conservation District is set to welcome families and nature enthusiasts to its engaging and educational event, “Whoo’s Your Valentine?” This special event will be held at Forest Glen Preserve on Sunday, February 11th, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. This unique family-friendly event is designed to offer […]
In a heartening community initiative, the Illini District Dental Society, in collaboration with the Champaign-Urbana Public Health District and Parkland College Dental Hygiene Clinic, is set to host Give Kids A Smile® (GKAS) Day. This charitable event will take place on Saturday, February 10, 2024, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 […]
The Champaign-Urbana Elks Lodge 2497, in a heartwarming collaboration with the Illinois Elks Children’s Care Corporation, is set to host a free orthopedic assessment clinic for children. This special event is scheduled for Wednesday, February 28, 2024, from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM. It will be held at the OSF […]
In a significant move to address the needs of the aging population, Advocates for Aging Care (AAC) and the Champaign-Urbana Public Health District (CUPHD) are set to launch a comprehensive survey titled, “Your Voice Matters: A Survey of Older Adults and Family Caregivers in Champaign County.” This initiative, commencing on […]
HONOR ROLL Heritage Junior High has compiled the list of honor roll students for the second quarter. A student must have a 3.67 grade point or above for high honors, and 3.0 grade point or above for honors. Following is a list of students who earned high honors and honors: […]
