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Downtown Paxton gets history-filled, interactive sign
PAXTON, Ill. (WCIA) — The City of Paxton has unveiled this new sign in their downtown to welcome and greet residents and visitors as they drive in from the south. Paxton resident Nate Grice, designed and painted the faces to pay homage to the city’s landmarks. Each letter of the sign represents a specific part […]
Gordyville USA sold to new owners
GIFFORD, Ill. (WCIA) — Gordyville USA is officially under new ownership after nearly two years on the market. A broker for the sale confirmed the transaction was completed Wednesday. The Hannagan Family thanked the community’s loyalty and enthusiasm for the event center over the years. “As we pass the torch to the new owners, we […]
Armstrong baseball faces three strong opponents
Armstrong baseball Falcons fell short of victory in three games last week, each was a matchup that came down to a few bats. Armstrong opened last week with an 8-6 conference loss to Osseo on May 14. It was Osseo’s sixth win in their last 10 games, coming amid an impressive season that has seen the Orioles compete for the Northwest Suburban Conference’s top spots. AJ Kuebelbeck had two doubles, two RBI and two runs against the Orioles. Jack Welters also stacked up stats, hitting...
Harvest Moon Drive-In now offering truck beds for cozy movie-viewing
GIBSON CITY, Ill. (WCIA) — The Harvest Moon Twin Drive-In in Gibson City is giving visitors a new experience. You can now rent pick-up truck beds to watch a movie. One is stationed at each screen near the concessions and restrooms, and costs $35. That includes a comfy air mattress and the use of a […]
Fisher celebrates seventh-grade track and field state champs
FISHER — Both community and school rolled out the red carpet to welcome home Fisher’s seventh-grade track and field state champions. When the bus carrying the Bunnies arrived back in town Saturday, it was met by several firetrucks, which escorted the Bunnies and a caravan of parents and fans around the Champaign County village, sirens and horns blaring.
Livingston Co. town flooded by heavy rainfall
CHATSWORTH, Ill. (WCIA) — Parts of the Livingston County town of Chatsworth are underwater after the town got almost five inches of rain over the last few days. Photos sent to WCIA from Bruce Sanders show streets and yards flooded by rainwater. Sanders’ said his home has water inside and does not have any power. […]
Casting service seeking movie extras in Champaign County
CHAMPAIGN COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) – A film casting service will be looking for background actors in Champaign County throughout this weekend. Amidst an ongoing effort to bring more movie productions to Central Illinois, Bokeh Background Casting is hosting two open casting calls for two upcoming films. The calls will place actors into a talent pool, […]
Tom Kacich | Next challenge for busy new Champaign County GOP chair? Rebuilding party
If you want something done, they say, give the task to a busy person. Republican precinct committeepeople in Champaign County followed that adage last month when they gave the task of rebuilding their decimated party to Susan Mantell, who has about as many jobs as she has degrees and titles.
IHSA girls' track and field state notes: Russell, Lucht thrive in multiple ways
CHARLESTON — Salt Fork senior Macie Russell and Milford/Cissna Park sophomore Addison Lucht entered Thursday’s Class 1A girls’ state track and field prelims with the common goal of making the finals in their respective events. They left with a decision to make. Russell and Lucht take the...
Top of the Morning, May 16, 2024
Want to purchase today’s print edition? Here’s a map of single-copy locations. REO Speedwagon’s Bruce Hall jumped at the chance to help the Champaign County chapter of the 100 Club of Illinois. “My band, we don’t always think about playing,” he said during Wednesday appearances on our...
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