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Champaign
Thursday, May 14th, 2026
Good morning, Champaign. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Families can enjoy free and low-cost outdoor movies in Champaign-Urbana this summer with screenings on the Illini Union Quad and at local venues, with films such as Ferris Bueller’s Day Off and Kung Fu Panda 2 scheduled from May 21 through August 13. ChambanaMoms
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Central Illinois shoppers are rethinking spending as gas nears $5 a gallon and grocery prices climb; households face higher utility bills, home prices, and childcare costs (Illinois Economic Policy Institute). Rising costs driven by global factors could continue into the summer. WAND
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Construction is underway on the new 40,000 sqft Illinois Extension Center on the Urbana-Champaign campus (near the Arboretum). Funded by Doris Kelley Christopher’s $45M gift, the building will consolidate Extension staff and offer flexible classrooms and sustainable features, and it will open in spring. WAND
- ➤ Champaign Unit 4 School District's Operation Hope program celebrated the graduation of 45 seniors (the largest in its 18-year history) on Wednesday in a ceremony that promoted college and career readiness. WAND
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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.
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