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Sunday, February 23rd, 2025

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Good morning, Champaign. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 23rd of February.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Robert Cooper rejoins Ye Olde Donut Shoppe in Champaign as a manager, celebrating the unchanged, cherished flavors of its donuts since his childhood.  WAND

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Six fire departments successfully extinguished a field fire in Champaign, Illinois, with no injuries and minimal property damage, caused by an ember from burning yard waste.  WCIA

HEALTH NEWS

  • A University of Illinois professor, who survived leukemia, is running the Boston Marathon to fundraise for Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, marking the 30th anniversary of his life-saving bone marrow transplant.  WCIA

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Author Event with Kent Brown: Exploring University of Illinois Sports

    Kent Brown presents insights into University of Illinois sports history through his book, '100 Things Illinois Fans Should Know and Do Before They Die.'

    Wed, 2/26/25

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  • The Family Room Game Night at Cityview Banquet & Meeting Center

    A competitive game night featuring 'Tropical Trivia' aimed at raising funds and awareness for families in the foster care system with heavy appetizers and a silent auction.

    Thu, 2/27/25

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  • Illinois Sports Business Conference 2025

    The Illinois Sports Business Conference 2025 aims to foster relationships and enhance knowledge within the sports industry through an annual conference.

    Fri, 2/28/25

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  • CCSCC 2024 Season Celebration Banquet

    This event features food, drinks, and awards to celebrate the 2024 season, along with raffles and door prizes.

    Sat, 3/1/25

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  • Trivia Night at Hound's Court

    Participate in an engaging multi-round team trivia competition with prizes including Hound's Rest gift certificates.

    Sun, 3/2/25

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  • Illinois Fighting Illini vs Eastern Illinois Panthers Baseball

    The Illinois Fighting Illini will compete against the Eastern Illinois Panthers at Illinois Field in Champaign, IL.

    Tue, 3/4/25

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  • Open Mic Night at The Space

    A weekly open mic event featuring local musicians and performers, accompanied by a diverse menu of food and drinks in downtown Champaign.

    Wed, 3/5/25

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  • Art Exhibit Reception: The Natural World in Pastels

    This reception at Springer Cultural Center includes refreshments, artist interaction, and the opportunity to purchase artwork featured in the exhibit.

    Thu, 3/6/25

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  • Old Fashioned Cocktail Event - 2025 Edition

    An afternoon dedicated to exploring four variations of the classic Old Fashioned cocktail at Pour Bros. Craft Taproom.

    Sat, 3/8/25

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  • Trivia Night at Hound's Court

    Participate in a multi-round team trivia contest at Hound's Court, with gift certificates awarded as prizes for each round and the overall winner.

    Sun, 3/9/25

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