Good morning, Champaign.

Managing owners Natalie Broadhurst and Mika Malter will open Horizon Climbing on August 16 in Champaign, offering a women-owned gym with accessible routes and programs for beginners along with events tailored for families and students + the facility will feature fitness equipment, locker rooms, and public transit access for easy commuting.

Ruler Foods at 716 W Town Center Blvd in Champaign will close on August 18 after the store manager confirmed the decision + the location at 2002 W Springfield Ave will stay open.

Gov. JB Pritzker signed a law Friday that asks the State Board of Education to list dates when school and athletic events might conflict with cultural or religious holidays—schools and athletic groups will use this guide to set schedules.

Champaign DMV opened on Monday as a DMV+ facility that now offers regular driver services plus new business and administrative tasks like filing trademarks and obtaining certified business records.

The facility also cross-trained all staff to handle multiple services in one appointment, which will help reduce wait times for local residents.

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.

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.

Mindful Expressionism Workshop

6:30-9:00 p.m. — RootDown Meditations — All materials provided — Engage in a therapeutic painting experience that promotes healing and joy through expressionism.

Patio Paradise: Tiki Event 2025

1-6 p.m. — Pour Bros. Craft Taproom — Event-only Tiki drinks await — Celebrate summer with a tropical drinks lineup at Pour Bros.' favorite patio party.

National Black Business Month Social

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Neil St. Blues — Wing Wednesday Specials available — Celebrate Black-Owned Businesses with community, food, and live entertainment.

2025 Half Century of Progress Show

7 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Rantoul Half Century of Progress Farm Show — Adults $20 per day, $40 for a 4-day Pass — Experience working vintage farm demonstrations and local agricultural history at this premier event.

Full Band Performance at Pour Bros Taproom

9 PM — Pour Bros. Craft Taproom — Enjoy drinks while rocking out to live music performances in a vibrant atmosphere.

An Evening with Andrew Duncanson and Friends

8-10 p.m. — Fire Doll Studio — Cost not specified — Experience an intimate night of music with Andrew Duncanson and a talented lineup of friends in a cozy setting.

Teen Summer Program Concert

3:00 – 4:30 PM — Orpheum Champaign — Free entry — Experience the creative talents of local teens at this exciting showcase of music, dance, and arts.

PMP Certification 4-Day Classroom Training

9 AM – 5 PM — HQ — Training fee applies — Gain essential project management skills with hands-on learning and expert guidance.