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Champaign
Wednesday, November 5th, 2025
Good morning, Champaign. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of November.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On November 3, Rantoul police and the FBI swiftly resolved an online threat to RISE Academy when they identified and interviewed a juvenile suspect who admitted making the post—classes resumed normally on November 4. WICS
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Several holiday light displays will be on view in Central Illinois, including the long-running Candlestick Lane in Urbana, early events in Effingham, and creative scenes in Shelbyville. Many shows will run from late November through January — offering festive drives with free admission or a suggested donation. ChambanaMoms
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents are urged to compost their Jack-O-Lanterns after Halloween to cut food waste and boost local farm produce, said agriculturalist Ann Swanson—she warned that painted pumpkins with chemicals may harm the composting process. WAND
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Feutz Contractors will patch pavement on Sadler Drive between Worcester Drive and Southwood Drive today at 7 a.m. for an emergency repair, closing the road near 1817 Sadler Drive until November 10 — local traffic may use the rest of the street. City of Champaign
- ➤ Louisiana Avenue between Harris Avenue and Elm Street is closed for sanitary sewer repairs at 505 Louisiana Avenue due to work by Berg Tanks that began November 4—local access remains though through traffic is blocked and the road will reopen Monday November 10, weather permitting. City of Champaign
- ➤ Feutz Contractors will repair the pavement on Clover Lane between Sumac Drive and Bittersweet Drive near 2310; the road is closed starting today at 7 a.m.—local traffic may use the rest of the street until the closure ends on November 10. City of Champaign
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Comedy Open Mic Night at The Space
8-10 p.m. — The Space — Free entry — Test your comedic skills or enjoy fresh talent at this weekly open mic event.
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The Empty Bowls Supper and Saber Showcase
5:30-7:30 p.m. — The High School of St. Thomas More — Suggested donation $15 adults, $10 children — Savor soup and bread while enjoying performances at this community benefit event.
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Jake and Jackson Winter Matinee Concert
2-5 p.m. — Pour Bros. Craft Taproom — Free entry — Experience a winter afternoon filled with live music and good vibes.
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Mannheim Steamroller Concert
7 p.m. — Virginia Theatre — Tickets not available at this time — Experience the unique blend of classical and modern sounds with Mannheim Steamroller's festive performance.
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Comedy Open Mic Night
8-10 p.m. — The Space — Free entry — Laugh along or try your hand at comedy during a fun-filled open mic night.
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The Art of Business Writing Workshop
2-10 a.m. — HQ — Cost included with registration — Enhance your business writing skills to craft clearer and more impactful documents.
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Comedy Open Mic Night
8-10 p.m. — The Space — Free entry — Test your comedic skills or enjoy local talent at this fun weekly event.
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The Tabernacle of Moses Interactive Workshop
3:30-6 p.m. — 1304 Anthony Dr, Champaign, IL — Free entry — Explore the rich symbolism and spiritual significance of the Tabernacle of Moses in an engaging workshop.
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Open Playtest: Enrichment Focus
6:30-9 p.m. — Hyatt Place Champaign/Urbana — Free entry — Develop your game through playtesting and feedback in a collaborative environment.
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PMP Certification Classroom Training
9 AM – 5 PM — HQ North Randolph Street — Cost information available on request — Enhance your project management skills with interactive CAPM training and real-world insights.
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