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Saturday, March 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Champaign. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 2025 Boneyard Creek Community Day, now in its 20th year, invites volunteers to help clean and restore Champaign-Urbana’s Boneyard Creek, with a free lunch offered at Scott Park afterwards. City of Champaign
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A staff member at Lincoln's Challenge Academy in Rantoul, IL, was arrested and charged with aggravated battery after assaulting two cadets. WICS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Deborah Frank Feinen and Senior Planner Eric VanBuskirk discuss the update of Champaign’s Downtown Plan, focusing on community engagement and feedback collection through an online survey. City of Champaign
- ➤ The City Council's March 11, 2025 Regular Study Session in Champaign is open for public participation, with the agenda now accessible online. City of Champaign
TRAVEL NEWS
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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.
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Open Mic Night at The Space
Enjoy an evening of diverse local performances including music and poetry, accompanied by an eclectic menu and full bar offerings.
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Bach's Lunch Concerts at Springer Cultural Center
A series of concerts featuring talented performers from various musical styles held at the historic Springer Cultural Center.
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90's Daughter St. Patrick's Party
A festive evening featuring CU's favorite party band, 90's Daughter, with free giveaways and lively music in a fun atmosphere.
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Monthly Swing Dance Night at Hamilton Walker's
The Illini Swing Society hosts a free swing dance event at Hamilton Walker's, welcoming all participants without the need for registration or partners.
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Workshop on K-Tape Basics for Hemophilia Support
Angela Forsyth, a Physical Therapist, will conduct a workshop on the applications and techniques of kinesiology tape (K-tape) for individuals affected by hemophilia and their families.
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Midwest Beach Fest at The Literary
Enjoy an evening of beach-themed drinks, snacks, and activities at The Literary during Spring Break.
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Blind Adam and The Federal League with MakeWar and Mania
This music event features performances by Blind Adam and The Federal League, MakeWar, and Mania in Champaign, Illinois.
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Trivia Night at Hound's Court
Experience an engaging evening of free multi-round team trivia with the chance to win Hound's Rest gift certificates.
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HQ Open House: Free Co-Working Day
10 AM – 4 PM — HQ — Free entry — Experience a day of free co-working with unlimited coffee and fast Wi-Fi every Wednesday.
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