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• Blog - Halloween Events to Keep on the Calendar

  We were working in the lab late one night, when our eyes beheld an eerie sight: a whole lot of spook-tacular Halloween events in our area!

• Blog - Support Local During the Coronavirus: Spurlock Mus

  Read about how the Spurlock Museum is adjusting its services during COVID-19 closures.

• Blog - Mama Meta's Canteen to Serve Up African Cuisine to

  Mama Meta's Canteen plans to provide African food with some American twists for pick up, catering options for events, and pop up locations.

• Blog - Must-Visit Gardens for Capturing Spring's Beauty

  We social distanced during fall and winter of 2020 so we can catch the blooms rise this spring. These spaces showcase annuals and perennials that are sure to inspire. Snap a pic for your Instagram and share with #outsideofordinary!

• Tourism Reaches Record Growth in the Greater Champaign County Area Prior to COVID-19

  Tourism to the greater Champaign County area flourished in 2019 with significant increases in jobs, payroll, state and local tax receipts, and visitor spending. Prior to COVID-19, people continued to discover the benefits of living and working in the greater Champaign County area, while visitors contributed to the economic growth, spending over $448.7 million at hotels, restaurants, shops, attractions and more.

• Blog - Business Spotlight: Page Roasting Company

  Situated off the beautiful Boneyard Creek Basin, in between campus and downtown Champaign, Page Roasting Company, owned and operated by Erin Erdman, has created a safe and accessible place to enjoy a cup of coffee. How Erin got there is a story of a passion for coffee and the food industry t...ther.

• Blog - Restaurant Openings During Christmas in the Champa

  If you’re not planning on cooking this Christmas, the Champaign-Urbana area is full of options for dining out!

• Blog - Get to Know Okaw Valley Orchard

  Located in Sullivan, this incredible orchard features favorite apple picking in its over 1500 fruit trees that grow 27 varieties of apples, peaches, plums, and pears.

• Blog - Best Practices for Shopping Safely

  These best practices make sure we're all playing a part in safe shopping.

• Blog - Supporting Local During Coronavirus: Art Coop

  Read about how the Art Coop is adjusting to COVID-19 closures.