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Thursday, November 28th, 2024
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Good morning, Champaign. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Urbana H Mart is set to open on Jan. 16, offering a diverse selection of products and creating local jobs, marking its first location in Illinois outside of Chicago. ChambanaMoms
- ➤ After a Champaign County farmer was incapacitated by a stroke, a dozen local farmers rallied to harvest his crops, showcasing strong community support. WCIA
- ➤ Ameren Illinois employees organized food drives across Central and Southern Illinois, collecting over 16,000 pounds of food for local pantries to combat food insecurity ahead of Thanksgiving. WICS
- ➤ The 24th Annual Parade of Lights in Downtown Champaign jumpstarts Small Business Saturday, promoting local shopping with a 'Passport of Presents' program. WICS
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Champaign County Animal Control rescued 30 cats and one parakeet from deplorable conditions in a home, with the owner facing animal cruelty charges and the pets receiving medical care before adoption. WAND
- ➤ A California man was sentenced to 15 years and 8 months for defrauding over 50 central Illinois investors, causing $22.5 million in losses through a scheme involving false promises of high returns on investments. WICS
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hunters in Illinois harvested over 54,000 deer in the first weekend of the state's firearm deer season, showing an increase from the past two years. WICS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Champaign City Council is set to decide on appointing Joan Walls, a long-serving city executive and community leader, as the next City Manager. City of Champaign
- ➤ The December 3, 2024, City Council Meeting and Post-Council Study Session agenda is now available and welcomes public participation at City Building, Champaign. City of Champaign
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Jay Ko from the University of Illinois has developed a non-surgical method for sterilizing pets through injectable medication, awaiting FDA and CDC approval with hopes for availability by 2028 and 2030. WAND
TRAVEL NEWS
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Karaoke at the Parade of Lights After Party
Celebrate the holiday spirit with festive drinks, music, and karaoke at Esquire Lounge during the Parade of Lights After Party.
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Messiah Sing-along with Baroque Artists of Champaign Urbana
Participate in a community sing-along of Handel's 'Messiah' with local soloists at a festive holiday gathering.
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CUDO Plays Open Playtest Event
This event offers game developers an opportunity to playtest their games and provide feedback on peers' games in a collaborative environment.
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Bach's Lunch Concerts
Experience a variety of musical performances by talented artists at the historic Springer Cultural Center on select Fridays.
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Foster Care Christmas Party at First Christian Church
Celebrate families caring for children in foster care with baked goods, games, and gift-giving during this heartwarming community event.
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Sunday Wine Down with The Painkillers Blues Band
Experience an afternoon of soul-soothing blues music paired with excellent wine at Alto Vineyards in Champaign.
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Open Playtest Event — CUDO Plays
This event invites game developers to playtest their games and receive feedback from peers in a collaborative environment.
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Meet Santa at the Virginia Theatre
Families can visit Santa Claus in a beautifully decorated lobby, take photos, and receive candy canes while sharing their holiday wish lists during reserved time slots.
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Champaign-Urbana Symphony Orchestra: Season of Glory Concert
This cherished holiday concert by the Champaign-Urbana Symphony Orchestra features beautiful vocal performances and festive music, appealing to audiences of all ages.
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Comprehensive Website Audit Checklist for 2025
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