Good Day
Champaign
Tuesday, February 24th, 2026
Good morning, Champaign. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of February.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Champaign will collect yard waste in April and May with one pickup for Orange Zone on Monday, Apr. 13 and Monday, May 11 and for Blue Zone on Monday, Apr. 20 and Monday, May 18. Residents must place yard waste in 30-gallon paper bags (no plastic) by 6 a.m. on the scheduled days. City of Champaign
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Champaign County Association of Realtors reported a slight dip in home sales in January as market inventory dropped & median prices rose though they remain below national levels. The association said county trends now mirror national figures. WAND
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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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KOKUHO Film Screening
7-11:59 p.m. — Virginia Theatre — Tickets required — Experience a profound documentary on the life and legacy of artist Minoru Kokuho.
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IHSA Boys Basketball State Finals
10 AM – 2 PM — State Farm Center — Ticket prices vary — Witness the excitement as the best high school basketball teams compete for the state championship.
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Minnesota Golden Gophers vs Illinois Fighting Illini Baseball
6-7 p.m. — Illinois Field — Check website for pricing — Watch exciting college baseball action as the Gophers take on the Illini.
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Lucky Dog 5K
9:30 a.m.–11:59 p.m. — Champaign Park District, 301 N Randolph St, Champaign, IL — Registration required — Run, walk, or stroll alongside your pup at this fun community event.
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March Game Night: Medical Games
6:30-9:00 p.m. — Hyatt Place Champaign/Urbana — Free entry — Unwind with fellow gamers while enjoying themed medical games or any favorites you wish to bring.
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Open Mic Night at The Space
6-9 p.m. — The Space — Free entry — Experience a lively night of local music, poetry, and delicious eats in downtown Champaign.
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Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs. Illinois Fighting Illini Baseball
1-2 p.m. — Illinois Field — Ticketed event — Experience the excitement of college baseball with Rutgers taking on Illinois in Champaign.
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