Mary Williams+FollowPopcorn gets a local upgrade at State Farm CenterState Farm Center just leveled up its snack game—thanks to University of Illinois researchers, there’s a brand-new popcorn in town! Illini Super Pop, developed right here in Urbana, is now being served at the arena. What’s cool is that it’s air-popped with no salted butter, so you actually taste the popcorn itself—crunchy, flavorful, and with a texture people are already raving about. Imagine grabbing a bag during a game and knowing it’s the result of years of local research. Would you try it plain, or are you team butter all the way? #Food #Urbana #StateFarmCenter00Share
Michael Phillips+FollowStarbucks workers in Urbana take a standStarbucks employees in Urbana have shut down their only stand-alone store after joining a growing nationwide strike for better pay and fair treatment. Both Urbana and Champaign locations are now closed as workers picket, calling out the huge pay gap between baristas and Starbucks’ top execs. Many customers had no idea about the strike until seeing the picket lines. Workers say their strength is in numbers and hope more stores will join the movement. How do you feel about local businesses closing for worker rights? Would you support or cross the picket line? #Safety #StarbucksStrike #Urbana00Share
meadowsmary+FollowStarbucks strike shakes up Urbana routinesUrbana’s only stand-alone Starbucks is now closed, and it’s not just about coffee—it’s about workers demanding better pay and fair treatment. Employees joined a national strike, joining others across the country who say $15.25 an hour doesn’t cut it when executives are making millions. Both Urbana and Champaign locations are affected, with picketers hoping to rally more support from the community. This move is sparking conversations about what fair wages look like in our own backyard. How do you feel about local workers taking a stand, and what impact does this have on your daily coffee run? #Safety #StarbucksStrike #Urbana00Share
