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Champaign sets alcohol restrictions ahead of Final Four celebrations
12+ hour, 43+ min ago (370+ words) City officials cite public safety as Illini fans prepare for large gatherings this weekend. CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) " The City of Champaign is implementing temporary alcohol restrictions in anticipation of large crowds celebrating the Illinois Fighting Illini men's basketball team's…...
Illini sendoff draws hundreds as team departs for Final Four
23+ hour, 40+ min ago (211+ words) CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) " The Fighting Illini men's basketball team greeted hundreds of fans outside the'Bielfeldt Athletics Administration Building Wednesday prior to leaving for Indianapolis. The team boarded a Final-Four-bound bus just before 2 p.m. earlier today. Athletic Director Josh Whitman and…...
Danville native and NFL player Trent Sherfield to headline rescue celebration
9+ hour, 24+ min ago (409+ words) Community event marks one year of service with fundraising, food, and a message of giving back. CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) " The Danville Rescue will celebrate its first year of serving the local unhoused community with a special event on April…...
Illinois’ defense, net efficiency of top seeds Michigan and Arizona stand out entering Final Four
1+ day, 7+ hour ago (791+ words) Now that trio joins UConn'for this week's Final Four'in Indianapolis. The Huskies and Illini meet in Saturday's first semifinal, followed by the Wolverines and Wildcats. All four teams rank in the overall top 10 of data-driven college basketball rankings for'KenPom,'Evan…...
12-hour April Food’s Day broadcast to support Eastern Illinois Foodbank
2+ day, 4+ min ago (283+ words) The event will feature live breaks from The Yard on Broadway with a full slate of hourly sponsors supporting the cause. URBANA, IL (Chambana Today) " Tomorrow marks the much-anticipated 12 Hour April Food's Day Broadcast, set to run from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. in…...
PET OF THE WEEK: Meet Melvin, the one-eyed lovebug
2+ day, 1+ hour ago (187+ words) He is in a foster home, and gets along with cats and dogs as well.Moore's Rescue Ranch and the Kitty Crib are amazing at saving these little lives " can someone take in this affectionate, playful, sweet boy? This segment…...
South Mattis Avenue Reconstruction Begins April 13 (Windsor to Curtis)
3+ day, 3+ hour ago (140+ words) South Mattis Avenue Reconstruction Begins April 13 (Windsor to Curtis)Chambana Today CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) " On Monday, April 13, construction will begin on south Mattis Avenue from Windsor Road to Curtis Road The approximate $8.5M project is being funded by a combination…...
Enchanted museum ballet brings artworks to life on stage - Chambana Today
4+ day, 19+ hour ago (344+ words) Champaign Park District dancers transform iconic pieces into movement at Virginia Theatre. CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) " What happens inside a museum after the doors close? At the Virginia Theatre next month, the answer unfolds in movement, music and imagination. The…...
Illinois Fighting Illini men’s basketball advances to Final Four with win over Iowa Hawkeyes men’s basketball - Chambana Today
4+ day, 19+ hour ago (339+ words) Keaton Wagler scores 25 as Illinois reaches first Final Four since 2005. HOUSTON, IL (Chambana Today) " The Illinois Fighting Illini men's basketball is headed back to the Final Four for the first time in more than two decades after defeating the Iowa…...
Portion of Second Street to be closed for construction
5+ day, 5+ hour ago (172+ words) CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) " Champaign Public Works shared on Friday that Sub 4 Construction will close a portion of Second street between Gregory Drive and Armory Avenue. A map of the affected area can be seen below. The closure will begin…...