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Champaign
Wednesday, March 4th, 2026
Good morning, Champaign. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Homeless outreach nonprofit C-U at Home moved 26 clients into its new facility on Mattis Ave today to boost capacity by 46% and offer permanent office space. The $1.9 million renovation was funded mainly by grants and donations — supporting a 12 to 18 month program for client stability. WAND
- ➤ Champaign Police will host its first Coffee with a Cop event in 2026 at Caffeine RX, 107 N Walnut Street in downtown Champaign on Wednesday, Mar. 11 from 8 to 10 a.m. The event will offer open dialogue between officers and residents — a chance to ask questions. City of Champaign
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cooperative Nursery School in Urbana, one of the oldest preschools since 1946, offers parents advice on picking a preschool with tips on family schedule, classroom tours and tuition — enrollment for the 2026 to 2027 school year is now open. ChambanaMoms
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Illinois WIC expanded its food package options on Feb. 25 by offering more sizes and new foods (corn masa flour, whole wheat English muffins, sardines) and allowing substitutes like beans or peanut butter for eggs to better meet families' nutrition needs in Champaign. WAND
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Quadball, a sport based on a fantasy game, holds its national qualifier with 19 teams on March 7 and 8 at the Rantoul Family Sports Complex + the event is expected to boost local business. 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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