Good Day
Champaign
Saturday, September 6th, 2025
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Good Day Champaign.
Good morning, Champaign. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 6th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Developmental Services Center is celebrating National DSP Recognition Week from Sept. 7 to 13 as it honors professionals who support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Mayor Deborah Frank Feinen will read a proclamation at DSC on 1304 W—Bradley Ave at 8:30 a.m. on Sept. 8 to mark the event. WICS
- ➤ The Community Safety and Justice Division recently met with Blueprint Partners and the evaluation team to discuss the Community Gun Violence Reduction Blueprint aimed at making Champaign safer and more connected. A lunch meet-and-greet with representatives from the Champaign Police Department and Unit 4 School District—helped strengthen new community partnerships. City of Champaign
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Champaign Police arrested 23-year-old Trevor Lewis after he stabbed two firefighters and a paramedic on Thursday, September 4 near Neil Street and Buena Vista Drive—officers are gathering evidence while the injured responders receive treatment. City of Champaign
DRINK NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR Optimal hydration isn’t just about water. LMNT’s zero-sugar electrolyte mix is formulated with sodium levels aligned with new hydration research without added sugars or fillers. A favorite among athletes and intermittent fasters, each sip supports better performance, energy, and recovery. Try it risk-free with LMNT’s no-questions-asked refund policy and get a free LMNT Sample Pack with any purchase.* LMNT
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Good Day Champaign.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Long Creek Fire Protection District Board of Trustees will discuss the future of LCFPD Ambulance Services during a Monday night meeting at 7 p.m. at 2625 S. Mt. Zion Road. The service, launched Jan. 1, 2025, answered 537 emergency calls and transported 461 patients with a 4-minute 34-second average response time, and officials will decide if it will be suspended amid EMS staffing challenges. WAND
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Researchers at the Cancer Center at Illinois released new preclinical findings on a hydrogel-based mRNA cancer vaccine platform—this approach actively recruits dendritic cells to enhance the processing of mRNA and boost antitumor immune responses. WAND
-
Sparta Live Music Event
6-11 p.m. — The Space — Refunds available up to 7 days before — Enjoy an evening of live performances featuring Sparta, Belles-Lettres, and Sunwise.
-
Comedy Open Mic Night
8-10 p.m. — The Space — Free entry — Explore your comedic talents or enjoy local humor at a welcoming venue in downtown Champaign.
-
Live Performance by The Boat Drunks
8-11 p.m. — Rose Bowl Tavern — $15 ADV | $20 Day-of — Enjoy a night of tropical tunes and top hits from The Boat Drunks on the patio.
-
Comedy Open Mic Night
8-10 p.m. — The Space — Free entry — Experience laughter and showcase your comedy skills every Thursday night.
-
Crop Sciences Harvest Open House for Kids and Families
10 AM – 2 PM — Crop Sciences Research and Education Center — Free entry — Explore fun agricultural activities at this family-friendly event.
-
Tri The Illini Sprint Triathlon
1-5 p.m. — Activities and Recreation Center — Registration required — Compete in a thrilling sprint triathlon featuring a pool swim, cycling, and running in Champaign.
-
Arboretum Fall Equinox Yoga
6-7:30 p.m. — University of Illinois Arboretum — $15/person — Celebrate the start of autumn with yoga, meditation, and reflection in a scenic setting.
-
PMP Certification Training Course
9 AM – 5 PM — HQ, Champaign, IL — Price varies — Gain essential project management skills with a comprehensive in-class training program.
-
ACES + LAS Career Fair
9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. — Illinois Conference Center — Free entry — Explore diverse career paths and network with industry leaders at this essential career fair.
-
Keep With Lunar Moth Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Space — $10 cover — Experience an exciting indie music performance by Lunar Moth and guests.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
A new take on hydration
For those tracking hydration, sodium intake is key. A growing wave of research suggests that optimal health may require sodium levels two to three times higher than traditional guidelines.
That’s where LMNT comes in. This zero-sugar electrolyte mix offers a science-backed boost without the additives. Popular among athletes, intermittent fasters, and wellness-minded parents alike, it's redefining how people stay hydrated.
Try LMNT totally risk-free and get a free LMNT Sample Pack with any purchase. Pro tip: If you don’t like it, they’ll refund your order, no questions asked.
Start my hydration journey
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Good Day Champaign.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The first step toward success is taken when you refuse to be a captive of the environment in which you first find yourself.
~ Mark Caine
About Good Day Champaign
Welcome to the Good Day Champaign, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Champaign, Illinois community. If you like the Good Day Champaign, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Champaign.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Champaign and across Illinois. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Good Day Champaign
A free Champaign community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://gooddaychampaign.com/sitemap