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Champaign
Wednesday, May 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Champaign. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Champaign Fire Department responded to a fire behind Sam’s Club late Monday night when multiple cardboard bales caught fire at 11:15 p.m.—five trucks and a backhoe cleared the bales until crews finished at 1:15 a.m. as officials investigated the cause. WCIA
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Champaign police are investigating after evidence of shots fired was found when officers arrived at 1:19 a.m. near Springfield Avenue and Kenwood Road—crowd fights erupted and a vehicle was damaged, with no injuries reported. WCIA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The third annual Five Cities Baroque Festival is set to run in Champaign from June 15 to June 21 and will feature baroque musicians from Springfield, Champaign-Urbana, Peoria, Bloomington-Normal, and Decatur—founding director Nate Widelitz said audiences can expect touching performances and a few unexpected surprises. WICS
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Urbana School District 116 will offer free breakfast and lunch to children 18 and under and to individuals with state-defined disabilities through its Summer Meal Program running from June to mid-July at various district sites. Meals are served Monday through Thursday with set times and no income or registration requirements. WICS
- ➤ The Urbana School District will offer free breakfast and lunch to any child under 18 this summer from Monday to Thursday between June 9 and July 2 at several locations including King Elementary and Urbana Middle School—children do not need to be enrolled in school and 18-year-olds with disabilities also qualify for meals. WAND
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Attorney General Kwame Raoul warned Champaign residents that scammers are exploiting storm repair needs by pressuring homeowners into quick, expensive decisions and urged them to use free resources — like his office and state agencies — to verify contractor licenses and secure written contracts before paying in full. WAND
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Shriners Children’s opened a new pediatric orthopedic outreach clinic in Champaign at Carle Outpatient Services at The Fields, 3105 Fields South Drive in March. Doctors from Shriners Children’s St. Louis and Chicago partnered with Carle Health to bring accessible care—providing follow-ups, checkups and specialist consultations for up to 64 patients each year. WAND
TRAVEL NEWS
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Moo-vie Nights at Prairie Farm
8-11 p.m. — Prairie Farm — Family-friendly fun — Enjoy a summer movie night featuring films centered on beloved farm animals.
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Dance Arts Conservatory Presents Peter Pan
2:00 – 3:30 p.m. — Virginia Theatre — Family-friendly performance — A comedic ballet that brings the classic story of Peter Pan to life through various dance styles.
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Nike Golf Camp at the University of Illinois for Boys
June 1-5, 2025 — Bromley Hall — $1,850 — Experience a week of top-notch golf instruction from PGA professionals tailored for boys aged 11-18.
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Father's Day Gift Ideas Workshop
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — George Huff Hall — Free entry — Explore thoughtful gift ideas for Father's Day to make it special for your dad.
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Christian Music Concerts at Virginia Theatre
6-10 p.m. — Virginia Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience uplifting performances from top Christian artists in a vibrant setting.
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Ashland Park Spring Garage Sale
6 PM — Clark Park, 900 S McKinley Ave, Champaign, IL — Free entry — Discover hidden treasures and connect with neighbors at this community garage sale.
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Live Karaoke Band Experience
8-11 p.m. — Cowboy Monkey — No cover — Enjoy singing your favorite songs with a live band for a unique karaoke experience.
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June Game Night: Theme TBA — CUDO Plays
6:30-9 p.m. — Hyatt Place Champaign/Urbana — Free entry — Connect with fellow game enthusiasts for a fun-filled evening of games and socializing.
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IAFPD 80th Annual Conference
June 19-21 — I Hotel & Illinois Conference Center — Registration required — Engage with topics affecting fire protection districts and network with peers.
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Abby Posner with Holly Monet Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — The Upper Bout — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of beautiful harmonies and witty storytelling from talented musicians in a beloved local venue.
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