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Tuesday, March 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Champaign. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 11th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A guide to St. Patrick's Day celebrations in Champaign-Urbana including free, family-friendly events and adult parties, with some requiring pre-registration. ChambanaMoms
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ UIPD Chief Matt Ballinger reported a sexual assault at a fraternity, marking the third incident since February 21, and provided resources and advice for prevention and support. The Daily Illini
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Champaign is auctioning off a 2019 Ford Interceptor Utility vehicle online, with bids open until March 14, 2025. City of Champaign
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Champaign County State's Attorney's Office filed a legal complaint against Sooie Bros BBQ for allegedly not adhering to approved refrigeration methods and continuing operations despite health regulation violations. WICS
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Rantoul Sports Complex hosted the US Quadball Cup Qualifier, seeing 350 athletes including the Illini Ridgebacks compete for a spot in the national championship. WAND
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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IEEE Central Illinois Networking Meetup
An informal dinner event for IEEE members and students in Champaign to network and build professional relationships within the engineering community.
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