Good Day
Champaign
Tuesday, May 12th, 2026
Good morning, Champaign. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ United Way of Champaign County reached a $1M milestone with its Power of the Purse program during its 12th annual event on Thursday + over $127K was raised for local literacy grants for students and education-focused programs, with applications due by June 1. WAND
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Open Mic at The Space
6-9 p.m. — The Space — Food and drink prices may vary — Enjoy local music, poetry, and eclectic cuisine at this vibrant community gathering.
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Finding Nemo Jr.
7-10 p.m. — Virginia Theatre — Ticketed event — Dive into a vibrant underwater adventure with Disney’s beloved Pixar story brought to life.
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Lyrics Unleashed Live Music Night
7-9 p.m. — Hound's Court — No cover — Enjoy a vibrant evening of live music with Gloria Roubal & Jill Greenlee on the patio.
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Comedy Open Mic Night
8-10 p.m. — The Space — Entry varies — Experience hilarious performances led by local comic Kristen Unakis while enjoying a diverse menu and drinks.
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Friday Night Live: Carrie Sue & The Wood Burners
6-9 p.m. — The Space — Free entry — Experience live performances by Carrie Sue & The Wood Burners and Chickadee Sermon at the lively Friday Night Live series.
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6th Annual Downtown Champaign Wine Walk
12-5 p.m. — WEFT 90.1 FM, Community Radio for East Central Illinois — Tasting tickets required — Sip global wines while exploring the charming shops of Downtown Champaign.
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Ashland Park Community-Wide Garage Sale
1-1 p.m. — Robeson Meadows West Park — Free entry — Discover hidden treasures at the neighborhood's community-wide garage sale.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
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