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Friday, August 16th, 2024
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Good morning, Champaign. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 30th Annual Poker Run by Wishes on Wheels in Champaign County aims to raise funds for a 10-year-old battling leukemia, with activities and auctions planned post-ride. WCIA
- ➤ The Police Training Institute in Champaign plans to update its training methods and consolidate locations, while also partnering with the 2024 Community Police Academy to enhance community engagement. WCIA
- ➤ Fifth Street will be closed on August 20, 2024, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. for crane operation and solar panel installation at 405 E. Stoughton Street, with property access maintained. City of Champaign
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Champaign man was sentenced to 56 years for attempted murder after shooting a car and permanently disabling a 12-year-old. WAND
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Twin City Theatre Company will perform Sam Shepard's True West at Parkland College, featuring evening and matinee shows over two weekends, noted for being not suitable for children. WCIA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Rebecca Ramey, former assistant principal, sues Champaign's Unit 4 School District for discrimination and retaliation based on sexual orientation and marital status. WCIA
- ➤ Parkland College in Champaign equips students with practical construction skills through its trades program, led by experts like Kory Allred and Dustin Stuart, to meet the growing needs in the construction industry. WCIA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The University of Illinois receives $32.6 million in federal funding from ARPA-H for groundbreaking cancer research techniques. WCIA
TRAVEL NEWS
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Soulful Sunday Brunch - Endless Southern Delights
Experience a delightful all-you-can-eat brunch featuring Southern favorites and live music by DJ Frostbyte every Sunday at Neil St. Blues.
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September Rising Tide Society Meeting - Lead Generation Discussion
Experience a collaborative gathering of creative entrepreneurs discussing lead generation strategies and supporting each other's business growth.
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Fall 2024 Engineering Career Fair
Engage with a diverse pool of highly skilled engineering students at this prominent career fair featuring various industries and networking opportunities.
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2024 Ties & Tennies Gala for the Champaign Parks Foundation
Experience an enjoyable evening of food, socializing, and entertainment at the iHotel, all in support of the Champaign Park District's Scholarship Fund.
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Justin Moore Concert featuring Tenille Arts
Experience a captivating evening of live traditional country music with multi-PLATINUM artist Justin Moore and emerging star Tenille Arts.
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Central Michigan Chippewas vs. Illinois Fighting Illini Football
Experience an exciting clash as Central Michigan's high-scoring offense faces off against Illinois' strong defense at Memorial Stadium.
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Board Game Bootcamp: Creative Game Design Workshop
Experience an afternoon of collaborative board game design, where participants can prototype their ideas with provided materials in a fun and supportive environment.
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