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• Blog - Back-to-College Eats: Champaign-Urbana’s Must-Tr

  From beloved classics to creative new spots, our community offers flavors for every craving. Below, a guide to some of the restaurants that help make CU one of the Midwest’s best food towns, according to Midwest Living.

• Blog - Illinois Road Trip Round-Up: Unique Shopping

  Check out the state of Illinois' most unique shopping opportunities!

• Blog - Holiday Happenings in the Champaign-Urbana Area

  The holiday season is a magical time in the Champaign-Urbana area, with a mix of small-town charm and vibrant community events. Whether you’re a long-time resident or just visiting, there’s plenty to see, do, and experience. Here’s your guide to the most festive happenings this year!

• Blog - Terri's 42 Reasons for Being Excited about Restaur

  As the 7th Annual Champaign County Area Restaurant Week approaches, Terri shares tips to get the most out of the nine-day celebration, and highlights what is making her excited about this year's event.

• Blog - Top 15 Halloween Events to Spook up the Champaign-

  Dive into the spooky spirit with our list of Halloween events in the Champaign-Urbana area!

• Blog - Looking into the Future of Agriculture

  Sitting off a rural road in East Urbana, you’ll see a sign for the Savanna Institute in what appears to be more acres of the agricultural landscape that we’re used to seeing outside of the urban center of Champaign-Urbana. Look a little closer, and you’ll discover the land is part o...ing .

• Blog - Illinois Road Trip Round-Up: Best Ice Cream Spots

  Check out some of the best ice cream spots around the state!

• Blog - Illinois Road Trip Round-Up: Best Pizza

  Who doesn't love pizza? There are some incredible options all over the state of Illinois!

• Blog - Terri’s Restaurant Week Preview

  Terri Reifsteck, Vice President of Marketing & Community Engagement, shares a few of her favorite options for Restaurant Week 2022!

• Blog - Your Guide to Holiday Markets in the Champaign-Urb

  Whether we’re ready or not, the season of cocoa, twinkle lights, and handmade finds is here! From classic craft fairs to curated maker pop-ups, these area markets make it easy to shop small, discover local artists, and cross a few names off your list.