Good Day
Champaign
Thursday, January 29th, 2026
Good morning, Champaign. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of January.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ 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. The Daily Illini
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ 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. WAND
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ 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. ChambanaMoms
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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