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Champaign County Community Coalition: a Year in Review

By Chambana Sun Report | Dec 22, 2023

On December 13, 2023 the Champaign County Community Coalition hosted their “Year in Review” meeting with a special guest Dr. Tony Davis. This end of year event was a celebration with music and holiday treats.

From Macon Reporter

Regan Deering, candidate of 88th House District, Illinois said ‘Partisan judges in Colorado are attacking President Trump and trying to keep him off the ballot’

By Macon Reporter | 11 months ago

Regan Deering, a Republican candidate for the 88th House District, has publicly criticized the recent decision by the Colorado Supreme Court to remove former President Donald Trump from the primary ballot.

53.9% of Cerro Gordo Community Unit School District 100 students met or exceeded ELA IAR expectations on tests in 2021-22 school year

By Chambana Sun | Dec 22, 2023

In the 2021-22 school year, 53.9% of Cerro Gordo Community Unit School District 100 students passed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Ford County residents pay $5,991 in County Sales Tax in September

By Chambana Sun | Dec 22, 2023

In September, Ford County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Third Street Road Closure for Water Service Installation

By Chambana Sun | Dec 22, 2023

Third Street between University Avenue and Clark Street in Champaign will be temporarily closed to through traffic starting on Wednesday, December 27, 2023. The closure is necessary for DUCE Construction to install water service at 214 E Clark Street. The road will reopen on Friday, January 5, 2024. According to the Public Works Department, access to all properties in the affected area will be maintained during the closure. However, motorists are advised to plan alternate routes to avoid delays."We understand that road closures can be inconvenient, but this temporary...

Neighborhood Services Hosts Quarterly Neighborhood Leaders Huddle

By Chambana Sun | Dec 22, 2023

Neighborhood Services hosted the Q4 Neighborhood Leaders Huddle on December 16, 2023, replacing the monthly neighborhood leaders meetings. This quarterly event serves as a platform to inform our neighbors about upcoming events, projects, and community partner services and resources. The huddle featured presentations from staff members and local community partner agencies.During the huddle, several important topics were addressed. One of the presentations focused on the Gun Violence Reduction Blueprint, aiming to address and reduce gun violence in our community. Another...

GHMC Neighborhood Group Hosted Luminaries and Caroling Event

By Chambana Sun | Dec 22, 2023

On December 17, 2023, the Green Healey Mckinley Chicago (GHMC) neighborhood group brought a touch of holiday magic to their community by hosting an enchanting evening of luminaries and caroling. The event, made possible through the City's small grant program, was a heartwarming display of community spirit and togetherness.The GHMC neighborhood group utilized the small grant program to cover the costs of luminary bags, sand, and candles. With the support of their fellow neighbors, several individuals took the initiative to fill the bags with sand and candles. These...

City of Urbana Zoning Board of Appeals met Oct. 18

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Dec 22, 2023

City of Urbana Zoning Board of Appeals met Wednesday, Oct. 18

Champaign County Board of Care and Treatment of Persons with a Developmental Disability met Oct. 18

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Dec 22, 2023

Champaign County Board of Care and Treatment of Persons with a Developmental Disability met Wednesday, Oct. 18

Mount Notre Dame High School standout Makira Cook’s college team won in NCAA D1 game on Thursday, December 21

By Chambana Sun | Dec 22, 2023

The game took place in West Palm Beach, Florida.

On Thursday, December 21, Bridgewater-Raynham Regional High School standout Shay Bollin competed in NCAA D1 game

By Chambana Sun | Dec 22, 2023

The game took place in West Palm Beach, Florida.

On Thursday, December 21, Nease High School standout Camille Hobby competed in NCAA D1 game

By Chambana Sun | Dec 22, 2023

The game took place in West Palm Beach, Florida.

On Thursday, December 21, former Lovejoy High School standout Genesis Bryant’s college team won in an NCAA D1 game

By Chambana Sun | Dec 22, 2023

The Illinois Fighting Illini won 81-71 in their NCAA D1 game against the UTEP Miners on Thursday, December 21.

Brynn Shoup-Hill, former Goshen High School standout, played on Thursday, December 21 in NCAA D1 game

By Chambana Sun | Dec 22, 2023

The Illinois Fighting Illini won 81-71 in their NCAA D1 game against the UTEP Miners on Thursday, December 21.

On Thursday, December 21, former Northwestern Senior High School standout Kendall Bostic’s college team won in an NCAA D1 game

By Chambana Sun | Dec 22, 2023

The game took place in West Palm Beach, Florida.

Camille Jackson, former Butler College Prep standout, played on Thursday, December 21 in NCAA D1 game

By Chambana Sun | Dec 22, 2023

The game took place in West Palm Beach, Florida.

Williamsville South High School standout Gretchen Dolan’s college team won in NCAA D1 game on Thursday, December 21

By Chambana Sun | Dec 22, 2023

The game took place in West Palm Beach, Florida.

On Thursday, December 21, Montverde Academy standout Cori Allen competed in NCAA D1 game

By Chambana Sun | Dec 22, 2023

The game took place in West Palm Beach, Florida.

Samantha Dewey, former Brooks School standout, played on Thursday, December 21 in NCAA D1 game

By Chambana Sun | Dec 22, 2023

The game took place in West Palm Beach, Florida.

On Thursday, December 21, Cushing Academy standout Aicha Ndour competed in NCAA D1 game

By Chambana Sun | Dec 22, 2023

The Illinois Fighting Illini won 81-71 in their NCAA D1 game against the UTEP Miners on Thursday, December 21.