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Champaign
Saturday, February 7th, 2026
Good morning, Champaign. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A pizza parlor on Main delivered free pizzas + beverages to firefighters during a fierce fire on Thursday night in Harristown. Harristown Fire Protection District chief Mark Nixon thanked the business while the state fire marshal continues investigating the blaze. WICS
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Champaign celebrates Black History Month as the City spotlights national and local Black leaders through a social media campaign throughout February. Residents are encouraged to follow the content on Facebook and Instagram for historical highlights and community stories. City of Champaign
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ City officials attended Teen Summit 2.0: The Remix on February 3 at Champaign, launching a program where youth learn to view issues from multiple perspectives — combining data, live DJing and podcast discussions; community and university leaders also joined to support the initiative. City of Champaign
- ➤ On Feb. 5, Champaign PD hosted a forensics class from Parkland College at its Crime Scene Unit, where 20 students learned how evidence is processed and real police work differs from what they see on TV. City of Champaign
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Champaign Signal and Lighting will close a northbound lane of Prospect Avenue (between Kirby Avenue and Arrow Road) on Monday, Feb. 9, from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. for a hydro-excavation at the southeast corner of the Prospect and Kirby intersection. City of Champaign
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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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Peter and the Starcatcher
7-11 p.m. — Virginia Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Immerse yourself in this imaginative tale that unravels the backstory of Peter Pan with adventure, pirates, and treasure.
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Peter and the Starcatcher
7-11 p.m. — Virginia Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the whimsical adventure of Peter Pan's origins with pirates and treasure galore.
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An Evening with Dario Cohen featuring Foothill Rounders
8 PM - 10 PM — Fire Doll Studio — Entry fee unspecified — Experience a night of powerful storytelling through the soulful music of Chicago-based singer-songwriter Dario Cohen.
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