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Tuesday, April 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Champaign. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 1st of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ U-Haul Company of Illinois offered 30 days of free self-storage and U-Box container services to residents in Champaign and Urbana hit by severe storms on Sunday afternoon that caused power outages and building damage. The offer is available for new rentals at select UHaul locations and is subject to availability - Kevin Barringer said the company is stepping up to assist storm victims. WICS
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Urbana Fire Department extinguished a fire at the Stoughton Goodwin Apartments — located on Stoughton Street in Urbana — around 5 p.m. Friday. WCIA
- ➤ On March 29, a Gibson City woman—67-year-old Jerrie L. Enghausen—died in a two-vehicle crash near Fairbury when a driver failed to stop at the intersection of 600 North Road and 2200 East Road at around 4:20 p.m. WICS
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Rapper Wiz Khalifa will perform at the Canopy Club in Urbana on May 21 as part of his Taylor Gang The World tour. Artist presales begin today at 10 a.m.—with general ticket sales starting Friday, April 4 at 10 a.m. WAND
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Champaign is accepting proposals from a single certified Alternative Retail Electric Supplier to supply electric power for its Municipal Electric Aggregation Program. Proposals will be reviewed to select a supplier for the city's energy needs. City of Champaign
- ➤ The Champaign Police Department is partnering with state and local agencies to increase patrols for Distracted Driving Awareness Month throughout April—efforts will focus on arterial routes to ticket drivers distracted by phone use, eating or other activities. WICS
TRAVEL NEWS
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Live Jazz Night with Chip NcNeill
6-8 p.m. — The Venue CU — $10 pre-sale, $15 at the door — Enjoy smooth jazz tunes with Chip NcNeill and his band in an elegant setting.
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ZZ Top with The Sedonas
7-9 p.m. — State Farm Center — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of rock and Americana roots with the iconic ZZ Top and The Sedonas.
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Lindy Hoppers April Swing Dance
7-9 p.m. — Hamilton Walker's — Free entry — Enjoy a lively evening of swing dancing with live DJ music and a welcoming atmosphere.
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April Rising Tide Society Meetup
12-1 p.m. — Mad Goat Coffee — Free entry — Connect, collaborate, and support fellow creatives and entrepreneurs in a welcoming atmosphere.
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Candlelight: Tribute to Queen
8:45-9:45 p.m. — Orpheum Champaign — Tickets required — Experience the magic of Queen's music in a unique candlelight setting.
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Car Seat Safety Check in Champaign
11 a.m. — Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group — Free entry — Ensure your child's safety with a complimentary car seat inspection.
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Illini Baseball vs SIUE
6:00 p.m. — Illinois Field — Ticket prices from $10 — Watch the Illini take on the Cougars in an exciting baseball matchup.
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Tour and Free Day Office Experience
9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. — HQ — Free entry — Explore a vibrant workspace while enjoying a complimentary day office experience with free coffee and WiFi.
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Stay Sane @ The Space
7 PM - 1 AM — The Space — Check for ticket prices — Enjoy a night of reggae vibes in Champaign.
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Country Music Trivia Night
7-9 p.m. — The Venue CU — Free entry — Test your Country Music knowledge with friends at a fun trivia competition.
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