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Champaign
Tuesday, December 9th, 2025
Good morning, Champaign. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ripple Effect in Champaign hosted a holiday card event last Friday allowing community members to send handwritten letters to those incarcerated under the Illinois Department of Corrections' mail scanning policy—which bans craft supplies in favor of ink pen decorations—to offer holiday cheer and essential encouragement. WAND
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ University of Illinois students continue the cherished Dial-A-Carol tradition by offering live holiday singing from Snyder Hall from Thursday, Dec. 11 at 12:01 a.m. until Wednesday, Dec. 17 at 11:59 p.m., inviting kids and families to call for festive carols (free of charge). ChambanaMoms
- ➤ 27x GRAMMY Award-winner Alison Krauss and Union Station featuring Jerry Douglas is set to perform in Champaign at the State Farm Center on Sept. 13 as part of the Arcadia 2026 Tour — ticket presales open today at 10 a.m. and general sales begin Dec. 12. WAND
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Bement schools will hold remote learning day today because of heating issues in the main area + teachers have provided remote learning instructions online for students. WAND
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ University of Illinois improved its blood drive performance by finishing fifth in the Big Ten competition with 5,131 donations – a jump from eighth place last year that may have positively impacted an estimated 15,393 lives. WICS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer
6-7 p.m. — Orpheum Champaign — $27 — Experience iconic Hans Zimmer scores performed by a string quartet under candlelight in a magical setting.
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Ugly Sweater Party & Fundraiser
10 p.m. - 1 a.m. — Neil St. Blues — Donations at the door — Get festive in your ugliest sweater while supporting local teens in need.
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Open Playtest on Visual Communication
6:30-9 p.m. — Hyatt Place Champaign/Urbana — Free entry — Engage in playtesting focused on visual communication and provide feedback on various games.
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PMP Certification Classroom Training
9 AM – 5 PM — 206 N Randolph St 2nd Floor, Champaign, IL — Early Bird pricing available — Prepare for your CAPM® certification with 32 hours of intensive classroom training and real-world examples.
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