Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 11th of February.
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🏘️ Community
A 7-year-old Unit 4 student from Bottenfield Elementary, Darnell "DJ" Wicks, was tragically lost in a domestic shooting incident in Urbana, Illinois, prompting the district to activate its trauma response team.
Chambanamoms.com is expanding its team with a flexible, part-time Social Media Coordinator role to enhance community engagement across its coverage area, with a focus on the Champaign-Urbana region.
🎓 Education
Unit 4 announces in-person registration dates for new Kindergarten-8th grade students, with options online for returning students or those with siblings in the district.
🎉 Champaign Events
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Galentines Candle Making Workshop at Alto Vineyards
A Galentines celebration featuring a candle making class where participants can create their own personal fragrances, hosted by Kayla Brown from Fire Doll Studios.
Candlelight Concerts: Valentine's Day Special Featuring 'Romeo and Juliet'
Experience a magical multi-sensory concert featuring the romantic music of 'Romeo and Juliet' and more, held at the Orpheum in Champaign.
Bach's Lunch Concert Series
Enjoy live performances from a diverse lineup of talented artists at the historic Springer Cultural Center on select Fridays.
Pour Bros Craft Taproom's Land of Drinkin' Festival 2025
The event features a showcase of Illinois-brewed beers from local breweries, complemented by music and cocktails inspired by Illinois spirits.
Valentine's Day Relaxation Retreat
Enjoy a cozy Valentine's event featuring candle-making, partner massage lessons, and live music in a serene studio setting.
Champaign Community Job Fair
The Community Job Fair offers local career coaching and employment services to assist attendees in finding job opportunities.
Business Plan Writing Workshop
A workshop focusing on the importance and structure of a business plan, presented by the Director of the Illinois Small Business Development Center.
Romance-Themed Trivia Night
Teams gather for an evening of trivia focused on romance, with a gift card awarded to the winning team.
Exploring Illinois: 100 Things to Experience Before You Die
Award-winning author Melanie Holmes will discuss her travel book highlighting unique attractions and experiences throughout Illinois.
Open House at 2005 Bittersweet Drive
Explore a ranch-style home in Southwood with modern amenities and a versatile floor plan during this open house event.
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