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3d ago
The Champaign Fire Department responded to a fire in a single-family home in the 1300 block of Joanne Ln., Thursday, April 11, at 3:02 p.m. Fire crews were able to quickly get the fire under control. Firefighters responded to a report from a neighbor of a fire in this single-story home. Once on the scene ..read more
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On April 10th, 2024, the Champaign County Community Coalition held their monthly meeting at the Holiday Inn. The meeting featured two youth panels discussing the current, as well as desired opportunities for programming. Tracy Parsons asked the participants a series of questions aimed at displaying the things they loved about their current programs. The highlight ..read more
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3d ago
Dive into the latest episode of Champaign Spotlight, where we sit down with Neighborhood Services Director Rob Kowalski. Communications Manager Jeff Hamilton first talks with Rob about his background and what kept him in Champaign after attending the University of Illinois. Then we dig in to learn more about the pivotal role the Neighborhood Services Department (NSD ..read more
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3d ago
The City of Champaign is seeking proposals and qualifications from individuals interested in providing administrative hearing officer services for public hearings before the Local Liquor Commissioner. Request RFQ Documents ..read more
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3d ago
In order to perform routine storm sewer maintenance activities, Hoerr Construction, Inc. will be working on Mattis Avenue between Bloomington Road and Bradley Avenue. Traffic in both directions will be affected during different phases of the project. Traffic will be reduced to one lane through a short construction zone. Work is planned during the hours ..read more
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3d ago
In order to accommodate utility installation, the University of Illinois and Duce Construction will close Daniel Street between Fifth Street and Sixth Street. The closure will begin on Monday, April 15, and will reopen on Wednesday, April 24, 2024. Through traffic will not be allowed in the area, but access will be maintained to all ..read more
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The Champaign Fire Department responded to a fire inside a home in the 4800 block of W. Windsor Rd., Monday, April 15, at 2:37 a.m. Fire crews were able to quickly extinguish the fire. Firefighters responded to a neighbor’s report of fire coming from the residence. Once on the scene, firefighters reported heavy smoke and ..read more
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3d ago
On Thursday, April 18, 2024, the Champaign Fire Department will be canvassing two neighborhoods that have recently suffered fires, testing smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, and installing new alarms in homes that need them. From 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., firefighters will be going door-to-door in the 1300 block of Joanne Ln. making sure homes ..read more
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2w ago
In order to replace a power pole damaged in an accident, Ameren Illinois is closing the following: Both northbound lanes of Prospect Avenue between Church Street and University Avenue Both westbound lanes of Church Street between Prospect Avenue and New Street The closures are currently in effect. Work is anticipated to be completed by ..read more
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On March 28, 2024, the Champaign County Community Coalition, Parkland College, Champaign Unit 4, and Urbana 116 schools came together to promote black student excellence. The 2nd annual “Rising Star” program recognized any 5th or 8th grade African American student that has shown academic promise and/or academic excellence. Using a variety of data sets (including ..read more