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Virginia Theatre to screen Young Frankenstein in honor of Mel Brooks's 100th birthday
1+ hour, 10+ min ago (251+ words) The Virginia Theatre will screen Mel Brooks's 1974 classic Young Frankenstein on June 28 as part of the News-Gazette Film Series, celebrating the comedy legend's 100th birthday. CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) " The historic Virginia Theatre will screen Mel Brooks's comedy classic Young Frankenstein…...
FROM THE FIELDS: Vermilion County farmers embrace drone technology to improve crop applications
3+ day, 1+ hour ago (468+ words) Chief Drone Services highlights precision, efficiency, and safety as key benefits for modern agriculture. SIDELL, IL (Chambana Today) " Farmers in Vermilion County are taking crop applications to the next level with cutting-edge spray drones, thanks to Chief Drone Services, run…...
Family-owned Illini Mattress Company marks decades of service with Memorial Day sale
4+ day, 6+ hour ago (695+ words) Champaign business highlights personalized service, premium brands, and local roots since 1990. CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) " A longtime family-owned business in Champaign is continuing its tradition of personalized service and quality sleep products while inviting customers to take advantage of its…...
Emergency Alert: Dust storm headed this way until 5: 15 p. m.
1+ week, 4+ day ago (168+ words) When visibility drops, pull your vehicle off the road and put your vehicle in park. Turn the lights off and keep your foot off the brake. Infants, the elderly, and those with respiratory issues urged to take precautions. CHAMPAIGN COUNTY,…...
Dr. G's Brainworks to close Its doors after 12 years of fun and learning
2+ week, 6+ day ago (300+ words) The beloved Champaign business will close this weekend, marking the end of an era for brain teasers and puzzles. CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) " Dr. G's Brainworks, the iconic store known for its puzzles, brain teasers, and educational toys, will close…...
Chicago Filmmaker's new dramedy HEKLA to premiere at Savoy Lumiere
3+ week, 4+ day ago (362+ words) Director Michael Glover Smith and cast to attend screening and Q&A in Champaign-area debut. SAVOY, IL (Chambana Today) " A new independent film from Chicago director Michael Glover Smith will make its Illinois premiere next month as part of the…...
Ebertfest returns to Champaign for "One Last Dance
1+ mon, 7+ hour ago (310+ words) Historic film festival celebrates more than 25 years at the Virginia Theatre with final two-day event. CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) " A beloved film tradition is preparing for its final curtain call in downtown Champaign. Roger Ebert's Film Festival, better known as…...
U of I Extension hosting two Grow Together programs in coming weeks
1+ mon, 6+ day ago (218+ words) MONTICELLO, IL (Chambana Today) " Want to grow your gardening skills? The U of I Extension Master Gardeners in De Witt and Piatt counties will host upcoming programs in the Grow Together series in the coming weeks to help you add…...
EBERTFEST EVENT UPDATE: Presidential Medallion Ceremony canceled at Ebert Symposium
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (198+ words) Reception and film screening of The Wiz to proceed as scheduled. CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) " Organizers of the 2026 Ebert Symposium at the Spurlock Museum announced that the Presidential Medallion Ceremony scheduled for tonight has been canceled. Chaz, who was to…...
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1+ mon, 2+ week ago (14+ words) Champaign and Urbana Park Districts to hold "March for Peace" on April 4 Chambana Today...