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Monday, April 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Champaign. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 21st of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Illinois State Police responded to a rollover crash on Saturday in St. Joseph Township on Interstate 74 eastbound near milepost 189 at around 5:45 p.m.—a Hyundai Elantra lost control and rolled over several times, ending upside down in the ditch—with no injuries reported. WCIA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On April 18th, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski and medical providers met at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana to talk about possible Medicaid cuts and their impact on patient care—Carle’s president said the discussion helped outline potential changes to the hospital’s role as a safety net for local families. WCIA
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Champaign organizers announced a new disability friendly Welcome Wave heat at The Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend that lets participants run, walk, or roll at 3 p.m. on April 26—this event takes place on the turf at Memorial Stadium and requires pre-registration. ChambanaMoms
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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Champaign Cinco De Mayo Bar Crawl
4-11 p.m. — City of Champaign — Tickets available — Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with exclusive access to top bars and festive vibes.
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Star Wars Trivia at Pour Bros
2-4 p.m. — Pour Bros. Craft Taproom — Free to play — Test your knowledge of the galaxy far, far away with exciting trivia and great prizes.
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