August, 2024 Stories | Dupage Policy Journal

Sophia Beckmon wins silver at U20 World Athletics Championships

By Chambana Sun | Aug 28, 2024

Sophia Beckmon secured a silver medal in the long jump at the U20 World Athletics Championships on Wednesday, August 28, at Estadio Atlético de la VIDENA in Lima, Peru. Beckmon achieved a leap of 6.54m (21-5 1/4), finishing just four centimeters behind Delta Amidzovski of Australia.

Countywide residential electronics collection set for October at Parkland College

By Chambana Sun | Aug 28, 2024

The Countywide Residential Electronics Collection (CREC) event this fall will take place on Saturday, October 12, 2024, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Parkland College. Registration for this event opens on Monday, September 2, 2024. To attend the CREC event, residents of participating Champaign County communities must register online in advance at https://ecycle.simplybook.me/.

Anthony Drive road closure scheduled for early September

By Chambana Sun | Aug 28, 2024

White Construction will close Anthony Drive between Dobbins Drive and Campbell Drive. Eastbound and westbound Anthony Drive traffic will be detoured in the area. The closure will occur between the hours of 7 a.m. and 3 p.m., starting on Tuesday, September 3, and ending on Friday, September 6, 2024, weather permitting. Access will be maintained to all local properties.

Kevin Mitchell named honorary captain for season opener against Eastern Illinois

By Chambana Sun | Aug 28, 2024

Kevin Mitchell to serve as honorary captain vs. EIU

24 former Illini make NFL rosters for the upcoming season

By Chambana Sun | Aug 27, 2024

On the NFL's final day to set initial 53-man rosters, 24 former Fighting Illini football players have been announced on NFL rosters. Five rookies have made 53-man rosters, including draft picks Jer'Zhan Newton (Washington), Isaiah Adams (Arizona), Tip Reiman (Arizona), and Casey Washington (Atlanta), plus undrafted free agent Isaiah Williams (Detroit).

Regan Moody named Big Ten Freshman of the Week

By Chambana Sun | Aug 27, 2024

Redshirt freshman forward Regan Moody has been named Big Ten Freshman of the Week, the conference announced today.

Miles Scott embraces position change and earns role as Illinois football captain

By Chambana Sun | Aug 27, 2024

Miles Scott's journey to becoming a key contributor and captain for the Illinois Fighting Illini football program is a testament to perseverance and seizing opportunities. Despite being underrecruited, Scott walked on at his home-state school and embraced every challenge.

Routine storm sewer maintenance to affect Neil Street and Bradley Avenue intersection

By Chambana Sun | Aug 27, 2024

National Power Rodding Corp. will be conducting routine storm sewer maintenance at the intersection of Neil Street and Bradley Avenue, affecting traffic flow through the area. Traffic in all directions will be maintained, with no total road closures, although minor delays may occur within the work zone.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Piatt County in week ending Aug. 17?

By Chambana Sun | Aug 26, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Piatt County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Illinois to open Memorial Stadium’s centennial season against Eastern Illinois

By Chambana Sun | Aug 26, 2024

Illinois opens Memorial Stadium's 100th anniversary season with an in-state showdown against Eastern Illinois on Thursday at 8 p.m. CT.

Logan Street closure announced for bridge maintenance by Canadian National Railway

By Chambana Sun | Aug 26, 2024

Canadian National Railway has announced the closure of Logan Street between Market Street and Water Street to facilitate bridge maintenance. The closure will affect both eastbound and westbound traffic, which will be rerouted during this period. The scheduled closures are set to occur from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the following dates:

1 gas station in cities throughout Champaign County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Aug. 17

By Chambana Sun | Aug 25, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Champaign County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Cheapest E85 gas in cities across Champaign County in week ending Aug. 17

By Chambana Sun | Aug 25, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Champaign County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.