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Saturday, April 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Champaign. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Public Works Forestry Section is putting up a wood-carved spring display in Downtown Champaign—residents are invited to visit the northeast corner of Walnut and Chester to see the vibrant art up close. The display brings a lively spring spirit to the area. City of Champaign
- ➤ Today, the First Followers New Horizons transitional home opened and is looking for incarcerated women to join a program that helps them find work and attend school. The home was created by director Casandis Hunt in a partnership with the Housing Authority of Champaign County—designed to offer a safe space for a new start. WAND
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ In Paris, the Edgar County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a hit-and-run that killed 34-year-old Dakota J. Gibson on April 12 at about 8:27 p.m.—it has submitted a warrant request for an unnamed suspect and will share more details as the case develops. WCIA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ D&S Sewer Service will close the westbound lane of White Street in front of 512 W. White Street, just east of Lynn Street, on Monday, April 21 to complete a sanitary sewer connection, and it will reopen on or before Monday, April 28, weather permitting & local traffic will be affected during the work. City of Champaign
- ➤ Champaign County METCAD named Tiegen Reynolds Telecommunicator of the Year during National Public Safety Telecommunications Week—her co-workers selected her for her kind, clear phone work in just two years on the job. Her award shows the value of effective public safety communication in our county—recognizing a job well done every day. WCIA
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend is offering free race entries today for local schools and charity running partners after a $5,000 donation from Illinois American Water. The event will also provide free shoes through Kicks for CU Kids and introduce a new inclusive Welcome Wave for families and participants with disabilities — features that support community participation. WCIA
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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SAFe® 5.1 POPM Certification Training
9 AM - 1 AM — City of Champaign — Early Bird: $1199 | Regular: $1899 — Gain your SAFe® PO/PM certification through interactive sessions and real-world applications.
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Project Management Techniques Certification
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — HQ — Course completion certificate — Gain essential project management skills through an interactive workshop led by experienced trainers.
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Hatsuyuki Hamada Seminar
9 a.m. to 11 p.m. — Kokushi Midwest Judo — Registration required — Renowned sensei Hatsuyuki Hamada shares his expertise in a two-day judo seminar.
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Candlelight Yoga
6-7 p.m. — Fire Doll Studio — Suggested donation $11-$33 — Unwind and rejuvenate with a soothing yoga class for all levels in a tranquil setting.
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Infection Prevention 3-Day Training
8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Wyndham Garden Urbana Champaign — Costs vary — Enhance your skills in long-term care infection prevention with expert-led sessions.
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Cinderella Concert
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Virginia Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Rock out to the iconic sounds of hard rock band Cinderella, known for their hits from the '80s.
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