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Tuesday, April 14th, 2026

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Good morning, Champaign. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 14th of April.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Community Relations Manager Tracy Parsons received the Local Hero Award on Friday, April 10 at the I Hotel — one of five community figures honored for her contributions during the CU Schools Foundation Distinguished Alumni Honoree Reception.  City of Champaign
  • The Savoy Fire Department is honoring Public Information Officer Eddie Bain for over five decades of service with a retirement event at 6 p.m. Monday at the station. His career spans work with Champaign, Urbana and the Illinois Fire Service Institute.  WAND

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The City of Champaign is auctioning a 2014 Ford F-350 SD via GovDeals, and bids will be accepted until Monday, Apr. 20 at 2:15 p.m. CDT.  City of Champaign

SPORTS NEWS

  • A local guide offers families several baseball game options near Champaign-Urbana including free Illini games at Illinois Field & budget-friendly outings at Danville Stadium starting late May. It details ticket deals & showtimes so residents can plan an affordable day out.  ChambanaMoms

EVENTS

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  • Comedy Open Mic Night

    8-10 p.m. — The Space — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughter led by local comedic talent Kristen Unakis.

    Thu, 4/16/26

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  • Spring Explosion 2026

    10 AM – 12 PM — Champaign County Fair Association — Admission details not specified — Enjoy the thrilling demolition derby action brought back by Derby Icons.

    Fri, 4/17/26

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  • The Table of Showbread Bible Study

    6:30 AM – 9:00 PM — Come & See Event Center — Free registration — Delve into the significance of the Table of Showbread and its representation of God's provision.

    Sat, 4/18/26

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  • Lindy Hoppers Swing Dance

    7-9 p.m. — Hamilton Walker's — Free entry — Enjoy a lively swing dance evening with music and no partner required.

    Sun, 4/19/26

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  • April Game Night: TREE Games by CUDO Plays

    6:30-9 p.m. — Hyatt Place Champaign/Urbana — Free entry — Unwind with fellow gamers and explore TREE-themed games or your favorites at CUDO Plays Game Night.

    Mon, 4/20/26

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  • PaCE Curriculum Training

    8:30 AM - 12 PM — Parkland College — Free entry — A professional development session focused on the PaCE Curriculum for middle school educators.

    Tue, 4/21/26

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  • Introduction to Cross Stitch Workshop

    6-8 p.m. — Plant Mode — Supplies included — Learn the fundamentals of cross stitch and create your own unique piece.

    Thu, 4/23/26

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  • Workshop: Navigating Lending Resources

    1:30-3:30 p.m. — Champaign Public Library — Free entry — Refresh knowledge and gain insights on lending resources available for local lenders.

    Fri, 4/24/26

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  • City Mouth, Emily The Band & Eat My Jorts Concert

    8-11:30 p.m. — The Space — $10 cover — Enjoy an all-ages night filled with iconic music from local favorites.

    Sat, 4/25/26

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  • Lindy Hoppers Swing Dance Night

    7-9 p.m. — Hamilton Walker's — Free entry — Enjoy a lively evening of swing dancing with music provided by the Illini Swing Society.

    Sun, 5/3/26

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