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Champaign
Friday, April 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Champaign. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of April.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ More than 100 Unit 4 students were honored this week in ceremonies that celebrated their academic and personal growth. Fifth and eighth graders from historically marginalized backgrounds received personalized certificates and Bundt cakes — an effort designed to encourage their transition to advanced coursework. WICS
- ➤ Daniel Simons, a University professor in LAS, has spent his career studying how people miss obvious details when they focus on one task. He became widely known for a Harvard experiment (1999) that produced the Invisible Gorilla Theory (showing inattentional blindness) and that continues to influence research on human perception. The Daily Illini
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Illinois Senate passed a bill that will ban carbon sequestration projects around the Mahomet Aquifer to protect safe drinking water. The bill has bipartisan support and now heads to the House—lawmakers stress that nearly one million people rely on the aquifer. WCIA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A and R Mechanical Services Inc. will close Round Barn Road at the intersection with Country Fair Drive for storm sewer repairs starting Monday, April 14, and work will finish by May 16—local traffic on Round Barn Road remains open on the east side while all lanes on Country Fair Drive stay accessible. City of Champaign
- ➤ Today, City Manager Joan Walls announced that Christopher Walton is appointed as Champaign's new Deputy City Manager. He will begin his role on June 2 and brings over ten years of municipal government experience—serving as the Village of Savoy's Chief Administrative Officer and as Champaign’s Assistant to the City Manager. City of Champaign
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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2025 Roger Ebert’s Film Festival
6 PM – 11 PM — Virginia Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the legacy of Roger Ebert with films and discussions at this historic venue.
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