Good Day
Champaign
Tuesday, July 15th, 2025
Good morning, Champaign. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Champaign County Salvation Army held a canned food drive on Monday to fill a truck with shelf-stable foods for local people facing food insecurity—donors dropped off canned goods at the Market Street location. WICS
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Rincon Broadcasting Group announced today that it completed its acquisition of TV stations including WVTV in Milwaukee, WICD and WICS in Champaign-Springfield-Decatur, KHQA in Quincy/Hannibal/Keokuk and KTVO in Ottumwa. The stations will continue to work with GOCOM Media while industry veteran Todd Parkin leads the group to bring new technology to regional broadcast. WICS
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Families in Champaign-Urbana can choose from many after-school care programs, including local school options (which offer daily enrichment activities) and private centers (some that provide bus service). Many of these programs require enrollment fees and enforce strict pickup times, so families should check details carefully. ChambanaMoms
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Champaign County Regional Planning Commission is asking residents for ideas to lower traffic deaths after 13 people lost their lives in the past six months—this marks the worst toll in two decades. Feedback on dangerous intersections, roads needing bike lanes, or similar issues can be sent via an online survey until the end of August. WCIA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Kingdom Connection Outreach Center and Community Health Partnership will host a Community Family Fun and Health Fair on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 1508 E. Colorado Ave in Urbana — the event will offer school and sports physicals along with bounce houses, face painting, free food and a raffle for the first 25 physicals. WCIA
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Champaign City Council will vote today at 7 p.m. on a plan to turn the long-vacant CS Johnson factory lots into 228 multifamily housing units—this project will cover demolition, soil cleanup, and tax reimbursements up to ten years or $6.6 million as local rental costs have risen 57% since 2015. WCIA
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Jake Munroe, a Champaign Central graduate, was selected by the Los Angeles Angels in the MLB Draft after his agent called him on Monday—he performed strongly at Louisville and became one of two local graduates picked, with right-handed pitcher Joel Sarver chosen by the Diamondbacks in the 17th round. WCIA
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Ag Tech Innovation Showcase 2025
8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. — Research Park at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign — Free entry — Connect with farmers and innovators at this exciting showcase of ag tech solutions.
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Bollywood Party - Bonalu Celebration
9 PM-2 AM — The Axe Bar — $20 cover at the door — Dance and celebrate the vibrant Bonalu festival with the biggest Bollywood party in Central IL.
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CUDO Plays Game Night
6:30-9:00 p.m. — Hyatt Place Champaign/Urbana — Free entry — Unwind with fellow gamers and enjoy a night of friendly competition and socializing.
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Free Pool Party at Crystal Lake Park
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Crystal Lake Park Family Aquatic Center — Free entry — Enjoy a fun-filled evening at a community pool party with activities for swimmers and non-swimmers alike.
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Summer Splash
Join us for an exciting and family-friendly event at Lake of the Woods, brought to you by the Forest Preserves in partnership with the Upper Sangamon River Conservancy. Summer Splash features a variety of activities including fishing, canoeing, kayaking, pedal boats, educational exhibits, live fish with Illinois Department of Natural Resources, live music, and more!
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Summer Splash
Join us for an exciting and family-friendly event at Lake of the Woods, brought to you by the Forest Preserves in partnership with the Upper Sangamon River Conservancy. Summer Splash features a variety of activities including fishing, canoeing, kayaking, pedal boats, educational exhibits, live fish with Illinois Department of Natural Resources, live music, and more!
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Beautiful - The Carole King Musical
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Virginia Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the life and music of Carole King in a vibrant musical celebration.
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Flower Arranging Workshop
6:30-9 p.m. — Graceful Acres Flower Farm — Cost information not provided — Create stunning floral displays while connecting with other women in the community.
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Beautiful - The Carole King Musical
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Virginia Theatre — Cost varies — Celebrate the life and music of Carole King through her unforgettable songs and inspiring story.
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Senior Luncheon and Bingo
12 – 2 PM — Douglass Community Center — Free meal — Seniors can enjoy a delicious lunch and participate in exciting rounds of BINGO with prizes.
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Lindy Hoppers Swing Dance
7-9 p.m. — Hamilton Walker's — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of lively swing dancing and great music with no experience needed.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The wound is the place where the light enters you.
~ Rumi
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