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• 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 - Turning Your Tailgate into an Orange & Blue Weeken

  Tailgating is a way of life in Champaign-Urbana, with Fighting Illini Football weekends taking center stage from August–November. The party doesn’t have to stop with game day. Take your orange & blue pride and make a weekend visit on the University of Illinois campus and beyond.

• Blog - Staying Cool in Champaign County

  When nature turns up the heat, these are some of the best ways to stay cool!

• Blog - 5 Unique Sports You Can Try in Champaign County

  Itching to try a new sport? We have five you should try this spring and summer!

• Blog - Living Outside of Ordinary: Week of 10/7

  We finally have fall weather in Champaign County! Celebrate by getting into the spirit of the season with Flannel Fest, U of I’s Homecoming kickoff, and more Outside of Ordinary events and activities!

• Blog - The Ultimate Guide to the IHSA Wrestling State Fin

  If you're in town for the IHSA State Wrestling finals as a competitor, supporter, or fan of the sport, here are some ways to make Champaign-Urbana home during your visit!

• Blog - Greener Goods: An Earth Day Experience

  In lieu of Earth Day, I decided to visit Greener Goods—an eco-friendly pop-up shop in Mahomet, Illinois. I admit, I didn’t know much about “sustainability” other than opting out of the plastic bags when I shop at Aldi’s, or drinking out of straw-less cups provided by Starbucks. I a...rong.

• Blog - Sweet Stops to Try During Champaign-Urbana Restaur

  Champaign-Urbana Area Restaurant Week is officially wrapping up this weekend, but there’s still time to treat yourself! When a full meal feels like too much, these indulgent spots are perfect for a sweet reward, a casual date, or just a wicked sugar craving.

• Blog - Get Excited for Virtual C-U PrideFest 2020

  As the largest PrideFest in Illinois outside of Chicago, inclusivity and acceptance for all is a huge part of what makes us Outside of Ordinary.

• Blog - Living Outside of Ordinary: Week of 6/24

  Summer is in full swing, and it’s time to get out into every inch of our #OutsideofOrdinary community!