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Man reported missing from Danville
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — Authorities in Danville are investigating a missing persons’ case, and they are asking the public for help in locating him. Officials confirmed that no one has had contact with Wes Kelley since Friday, May 10, at 6 p.m. The 33-year-old was reported missing by his family three days later. Kelley’s car […]
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 […]
Driver hurt after car goes off I-74 overpass
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — One person was hurt Tuesday afternoon after their car went off an overpass in Danville. The crash happened at 3 p.m. at the overpass carrying I-74 over Perrysville Road. Officials with the Illinois State Police said their investigation determined the car was driving east when it got onto the right shoulder. […]
The emu was just spotted and they look good
The emu lives! It’s been a while since it was last sighted, but Jacob Dickey just shared this video on his Facebook page, taken by Arnoud Buzing. Look at this emu, just out there, living its best life. The feathers look good, the energy is high, this emu is thriving it seems.
Pregnant Deer Shows Bobcat Who’s Boss on Maine Trail Cam
Christa Smith shared footage from a trail cam on the MAINE Wildlife Facebook Group showing a deer with absolutely no fear of a bobcat. Turns out, the doe is likely pregnant, and she chases the bobcat away for daring to come near her. “Can’t believe this was on the trail...
Cyclist hit on I-74 near Urbana
CHAMPAIGN COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — A bicyclist is hospitalized after getting hit by a semi on I-74 late Tuesday night. The crash happened east of Urbana right before midnight, as police said the cyclist crossed the interstate and was struck by an eastbound semi-truck. The driver of the semi wasn’t hurt. The road was initially […]
‘One of a kind’ dispensary opens in Danville
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — The ribbon was cut on a new dispensary in Central Illinois, and this one is “one of a kind.” Seven Point just opened down the road from the Golden Nugget Casino in Danville. It’s casting a wide net of possible clientele. The store also sells vinyl records and art. They see […]
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, […]
Champaign police honor 24-year-old as top officer
CHAMPAIGN — Last year, Champaign police Officer Maxwell Villanti conducted more than 270 traffic stops, made 12 DUI arrests and recovered 19 illegally possessed firearms. Those standout field results are only partly why Chief Timothy Tyler awarded Villanti the Champaign Police Department’s annual Officer of the Year award during a Wednesday ceremony celebrating National Police Week.
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...
Things are happening at Urbana’s forthcoming H Mart
After a long, long wait, things are finally happening at the spot for our very own H Mart grocery store. Even in the yesterday’s rain, there were construction vehicles and workers starting to renovate Urbana’s vacant Save A Lot location on Broadway Avenue into the popular Korean grocery store.
Champaign man gets 4 years in 2023 robbery at Illinois Terminal
URBANA — A Champaign man has been sentenced to four years in prison for robbing someone last year at the Illinois Terminal in downtown Champaign. Champaign County Judge Matt Lee handed down the sentence April 30 to Lorenzo D. Taylor, 28, after he pleaded guilty to one count of robbery.
My go-to orders at six barbecue places around town
Huzzah, National Barbecue Day is tomorrow, May 16th. Thankfully, we have a lot of barbecue options in Champaign, Urbana, Savoy, and beyond. Our local barbecue joints offer different takes on American barbecue, each with special barbecue sauces and unique barbecue sides. I have two favorite spots in town for burnt ends, two favorites for a saucy barbecue pork sandwich, and two spots that pair yummy pie with barbecue.
UPDATE: Danville mayor comments on end of Village Mall auctions
Update at 5 p.m. Danville Mayor Rickey Williams Jr. said in a statement to the media the city did bid on all three properties for $4.5 million, but the offer was rejected. Despite the rejection, the city is optimistic for the space. “We have been working behind the scenes to ensure the future success of […]
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