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Tuesday, April 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Champaign. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Salvation Army of Champaign is launching its first hygiene drive to provide health items to 500 high schoolers. Donations are being accepted at their building until July 24 as the event will take place in August. WCIA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Rantoul City School District 137 will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new $6 million PreK Center at 5:30 p.m. on April 17th at 1625 Short Street next to Pleasant Acres Elementary School. The center will become the permanent home for 175 PreK students and enable expansion to about 230 — it replaces the temporary space at United Methodist Church — while featuring eight classrooms, a multipurpose room, an expanded playground, and secure access for families. WICS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Senate passed a bill requiring insurance companies to cover speech therapy for those under 19 who have developed a stutter and remove limits on therapy visits with a 52—0 vote; it now moves to the House floor. WAND
- ➤ IDOT is evaluating a project to convert U.S. 45 intersections at Flatville Road and Laverette Road near Thomasboro into J-turn intersections after data showed an increase in crashes. The preliminary design phase uses $5.7 million in federal safety funds—construction will begin in Summer 2026 and finish in one season. WAND
- ➤ The Urbana and Champaign Sanitary District has begun demolishing a 70-foot tower at its southwest plant to cut energy use and lower future rate hikes—construction crews expect to finish the last tower in the next few weeks as part of a two-year project. WCIA
- ➤ A&R Services closed one eastbound lane of Kirby Avenue between Neil Street and Oak Street on March 31 for storm sewer repairs and pavement patching, and the lane will reopen by Friday, April 11 weather permitting. City of Champaign
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A recent article explains how families from Champaign-Urbana can drive a few hours to indoor waterparks that offer fun features like slides, lazy rivers and wave pools even during winter. It provides details on drive times and reservation contacts—helping readers plan a quick and weather-proof getaway. ChambanaMoms
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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Jesus in the Midst of the Golden Lampstand
11 PM – 2 AM — 1304 Anthony Dr, Champaign, IL — Free entry — Experience a dynamic exploration of Jesus in the Old Testament through engaging contemporary media.
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6th Annual Easter Brunch Buffet
11 AM – 4 PM — Neil St. Blues — $40 per person — Celebrate Easter Sunday with a delicious all-you-can-eat brunch featuring Southern flavors and great vibes.
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April Game Night: Theme TBA
6:30-9:00 p.m. — Hyatt Place Champaign/Urbana — Free entry — Unwind with fellow gamers while enjoying a casual game night atmosphere.
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Two Tournament Tuesday – Galaga & Darts
7-11 p.m. — Pour Bros. Craft Taproom — Register for tournament play and enjoy drink specials while competing in Galaga and Darts.
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