Be safe with campfires
With cool fall evenings on their way, it’s prime time for the good ol’ all-American campfire. And you can be sure many of them...
Nov. 6 ballots include several local issues
Champaign County polls will be open 6:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 6, and while there are no local races on ballots, since incumbents have...
Ohio News Briefs
Ohio celebrates state landmarks with special programsCOLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The state is hosting an annual celebration of Ohio landmarks by offering special tours...
Local horse being treated for West Nile Virus
A horse near the boundary between Urbana and Union townships is being treated for West Nile Virus after being bitten by an affected mosquito,...
Mayors Forum to be held Sept. 12
A Mayors Forum will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 12, in the Champaign County Library meeting room at 1060 Scioto St., Urbana....
Pets of the Week
Champaign County Animal Welfare League (dogs)The Champaign Co. Animal Welfare League (CCAWL) pet of the week is Denny. He is a 3-year-old Jack Russell...
YMCA swim team forming
The Champaign Family Flying Fish winter swim team is entering its fourth season and is eager to continue growing. After doubling in participation last...
A hot air affair
The skies above Urbana are expected to be colorful Oct 5-6 as they fill with hot air balloons during the Champaign County Balloon Fest....
Triad grad now a local doctor
Ryan Hunt, a 2005 graduate of Triad High School, has returned to the area after completing his education as a doctor of osteopathic medicine.Based...
Why did Cincinnati gunman open fire?
CINCINNATI (AP) — Police say they’re trying to learn why a gunman carrying a large amount of ammunition began shooting in a downtown Cincinnati...