Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 4th of December.
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🏘️ Community
Nominations for the 25th MLK community awards are open through Dec.
10. Champaign and Urbana with partners (Champaign County, the Village of Rantoul, Parkland College and the University) will host the ceremony on Jan. 18 at 5 p.m. at the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts to honor leaders.
🏥 Health
More than 260,000 bags of shredded cheese sold at Aldi, Target, and Walmart may contain metal fragments and are recalled, with Great Lakes Cheese starting the recall on Oct.
3; the FDA classified it as Class II on Dec. 1 to warn of temporary but treatable health risks.
🎉 Champaign Events
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It's a Wonderful Life Screening
1-3 p.m. — Virginia Theatre — $10 — Celebrate the holiday season with a classic film about hope and redemption.
Derailed Fest Day 5
4-10 p.m. — Exile on Main St. — General Admission (Tickets available) — Experience a lively day of music with great bands and a DJ after-party.
CUDO Plays Open Playtest Event
6:30-9:00 p.m. — Hyatt Place Champaign/Urbana — Free entry — Test out games and provide feedback in an engaging community setting.
3rd Annual Holiday Candle Party
6-8 p.m. — Alto Vineyards Champaign — Ticket required — Create your own custom-scented candles in a festive atmosphere with wine available for purchase.
Comedy Open Mic Night
8-10 p.m. — The Space — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughs and possibly take the stage at this weekly open mic event.
Sinfonia da Camera: Winter Fantasia
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Virginia Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a winter-themed concert led by the renowned Maestro Ian Hobson and a professional chamber orchestra.
Lindy Hoppers Swing Dance Night
7-9 p.m. — Hamilton Walker's — Free entry — Enjoy a lively evening of swing dancing with great music and no partner needed.
Game Night - Visual Communication
6:30-9 p.m. — Hyatt Place Champaign/Urbana — Free entry — Unwind with fellow game lovers while exploring games that excel in visual communication.
It's In Your Head Breathwork Class
6-7 p.m. — Plant Mode — All sales final — Experience a calming breathwork session to reduce stress and enhance mental clarity.
Comedy Open Mic Night
8-10 p.m. — The Space — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughter and maybe even take the stage for some comedic fun.
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