Good morning, Champaign.

United Airlines will resume service at Willard Airport starting April 30, offering daily flights to O’Hare and increasing daily seat capacity by over 50% — a boost for students and local business travelers.

Stratton Academy of the Arts in Champaign will receive a $20,000 grant from Healing Illinois to support its Healing Through Place project, which engages students in local history, art, and storytelling through activities including a school mural, historical booklet, oral history project plus basketball court mural.

Champaign-Urbana Area Restaurant Week will run from Friday, Jan.

30 through Saturday, Feb. 7 — 50 local restaurants will offer tasting menus and prix fixe meals that highlight special deals and new flavors.

2026 Illinois Agricultural Summit

10 AM – 4 PM — I Hotel & Illinois Conference Center — $50 — Explore the premier agricultural event in East Central Illinois hosted by the Illinois Agribusiness Network.

Mental Wellness Workshop

8 AM - 12 PM — Cityview Banquet & Meeting Center — CEUs available for a fee — Explore innovative ways to enhance mental wellness through music and art.

Daddy Daughter Dance

6-8 p.m. — Events at Refinery — Tickets available — Enjoy a delightful evening of dancing, games, and a balloon drop while capturing memories in the photo booth with your special little one.

Megan Wren and Friends Concert

9-11:30 p.m. — The Space — $10 cover — Enjoy an evening with the iconic Megan Wren performing alongside her friends in a family-friendly atmosphere.

Home Improvement Series: How to Hang Things

6-7:30 p.m. — Plant Mode — Ticket purchase required — Gain practical skills for hanging items safely and confidently in your home.

My Neighbor Totoro Screening

7:00 – 8:15 PM — Virginia Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the beloved animated classic by Hayao Miyazaki that captures the wonder of childhood adventures.

Circular Saw Confidence Series: Build a Small End Table

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Plant Mode — Ticket required — Gain hands-on experience and confidence using a circular saw while building your own small end table.