January, 2025 Stories | Chambana Sun

Piatt County taxpayers give $95,897 in County School Facility Tax in October 2024

By Chambana Sun | Jan 22, 2025

In October 2024, Piatt County saw a decrease in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Illinois hosts Maryland seeking rebound after close loss to Michigan State

By Chambana Sun | Jan 22, 2025

The Illinois Fighting Illini, ranked 17th nationally, are set to host the Maryland Terrapins on Thursday night at the State Farm Center in Champaign.

Grant program offers support for small business infrastructure development

By Chambana Sun | Jan 22, 2025

On January 17, 2025, Mikal Washington from the Equity and Engagement Department participated in an informational meeting about the Small Business and Infrastructure Grant Program.

Rep. Mary Miller joins House Administration Committee under Speaker Mike Johnson

By Chambana Sun | Jan 22, 2025

On January 22, 2025, it was announced that Congresswoman Mary E. Miller will join the Committee on House Administration in the 119th Congress.

Community gathers to honor Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy with awards ceremony

By Chambana Sun | Jan 22, 2025

The community gathered on January 19, 2025, to celebrate the annual Countywide Celebration honoring Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Sydney Stoll receives Big Ten Swimmer of the Week honor

By Chambana Sun | Jan 22, 2025

Illinois senior swimmer Sydney Stoll has been named the Big Ten Swimmer of the Week, as announced by the conference on January 22.

E&E Community Safety team conducts outreach after gun violence incident

By Chambana Sun | Jan 22, 2025

On January 17, 2025, the Equity and Engagement Community Safety and Justice staff conducted a neighborhood canvassing at 800 Crescent Drive following a gun violence incident.

Champaign Fire Department plans ice rescue training session

By Chambana Sun | Jan 22, 2025

The Champaign Fire Department is set to conduct surface ice rescue technician training on January 24th and 25th, 2025.

Champaign considers new business incubator following Springfield tour

By Chambana Sun | Jan 22, 2025

On January 21, 2025, Mikal Washington, a Community Relations Specialist with the Equity and Engagement Department, facilitated a follow-up meeting involving The Springfield Project, H3, First Followers, and Business Elevator.

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Which former Chambana Sun area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Jan. 25?

By Chambana Sun | Jan 22, 2025

These former Chambana Sun area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Jan. 25.

Cheapest E15 gas in cities across Vermilion County in week ending Jan. 11

By Chambana Sun | Jan 21, 2025

The only price of E15 gas in cities throughout Vermilion County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 11, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

How many students from Heritage Community Unit School District 8 graduated in 2022-23 school year?

By Chambana Sun | Jan 21, 2025

The graduation rate in Heritage Community Unit School District 8 grew to 90.6% in the 2022-23 school year compared to the year before.

8.5% of Urbana School District 116 students met or exceeded Math IAR expectations on tests in 2022-23 school year

By Chambana Sun | Jan 21, 2025

In the 2022-23 school year, 8.5% of the students in Urbana School District 116 passed the Math portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Cheapest diesel in cities across Vermilion County in week ending Jan. 11

By Chambana Sun | Jan 21, 2025

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Vermilion County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 11, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Chloe Cho earns Big Ten Freshman of the Week award

By Chambana Sun | Jan 21, 2025

Chloe Cho has been recognized as the Big Ten Freshman of the Week after her impressive performance against Nebraska on January 18.

Wright Street lane closure planned for material delivery at Everitt Lab

By Chambana Sun | Jan 21, 2025

AGAE Contractors will implement a lane closure on Wright Street between Healey Street and Green Street to facilitate material delivery at Everitt Lab, located at 1406 W. Green Street in Urbana.

Illini gymnasts earn Big Ten weekly awards after Windy City Invitational

By Chambana Sun | Jan 21, 2025

Two athletes from the University of Illinois, Brandon Dang and Sam Phillips, have been recognized with Big Ten weekly awards following their team's recent competition.

Illini golf alumni begin new season across multiple professional tours

By Chambana Sun | Jan 21, 2025

Several alumni from the University of Illinois' Fighting Illini golf program have begun their 2025 professional seasons across various tours, including the PGA Tour, DP World Tour, LIV Golf League, and PGA Tour Champions.