Valerie Hall+FollowChampaign-Urbana’s August food scene: New bites, bold flavorsAugust brought a wave of fresh flavors and big changes to Champaign-Urbana’s food scene! From the opening of Blue Ethiopian Cuisine (the area’s first!) to the debut of Les Gourmets Cuisine’s Afro-Caribbean eats, there’s a lot to explore. Local favorites like Farren’s found a new home, while new spots like Lazy Daisy Diner and Columbia St Café are already drawing crowds. Donut lovers said goodbye to Industrial Donut, but new food trucks and bakeries are popping up everywhere. What’s the most exciting new spot you’ve tried, or which one are you dying to visit next? Let’s share our foodie finds! #Food #ChampaignUrbana #Foodie00Share
Douglas Robinson+FollowBig changes for healthcare in Champaign-UrbanaChampaign-Urbana’s healthcare scene is shifting fast: as OSF scales back, Carle is stepping up with more staff, faster appointments, and expanded virtual care. With Carle’s ER already among the busiest in Illinois, they’re asking everyone to help keep care accessible—by choosing the right care setting, canceling if plans change, and being patient with staff. Carle’s also rolling out new resources and is speeding up its ER expansion. How do you think these changes will affect your experience at local hospitals? Let’s talk about what matters most for our community’s health. #Health #BodyHealth #ChampaignUrbana00Share
Donna Williams+FollowChampaign-Urbana’s garage sale saves 30 tons!Every year, the University YMCA’s Dump and Run transforms the Stock Pavilion from empty to overflowing with clothes, appliances, and furniture—all donated by neighbors like us. This isn’t just a massive garage sale; it’s a community effort that keeps 30 tons of stuff out of landfills and puts affordable finds into local homes. Volunteers pour in over 1,000 hours to make it happen, and whatever doesn’t sell gets donated to Salt and Light. It’s a win for the environment, for families, and for anyone hunting for a bargain. Who’s planning to check it out or donate this year? #Shopping #ChampaignUrbana #GarageSale20Share
Michael Morgan+FollowBlind Pig’s new spot is serving up surprisesBlind Pig Brewpub has officially taken over the old Destihl space in downtown Champaign, and it’s already making waves. Not only is the beloved local brewery back with 24 brews on tap, but you can now grab a burger, pizza, or wings with your pint—something fans have been craving for years. The new location on Neil and Church feels fresh yet familiar, with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating overlooking the plaza. The menu’s still evolving, so every visit brings something new. Who’s checked it out already? What’s your must-try menu item? #Food #ChampaignUrbana #BlindPigBrewpub00Share
