If you have a child heading to kindergarten this year, you’ll want to review our tips on preparing them for this important step.

Counseling and Mental Health Help for Children in Champaign-Urbana
Realizing that your child may need help can be overwhelming. Here’s where to find counseling and mental health help for kids in Champaign-Urbana.

Moving to the Champaign-Urbana Area? How to Find Neighborhoods, Doctors, Schools and More
Everything you need to know if you’re moving to Champaign-Urbana.

Illinois Sales Tax Holiday Coming for Back-to-School Shopping
Most school supplies are among the items that will be subject to reduced state sales tax during a period in early August.

Champaign-Urbana Area Fall Fairs and Festivals
Say goodbye to summer and welcome fall — festivals, that is. Break out a calendar and jot down these Champaign-Urbana area fall festival dates.

Champaign-Urbana Weekend Planner – Back to School
Find some family-friendly resources for Champaign-Urbana this weekend.

Champaign-Urbana Kids Classes, Activities and Teams
We have the info on a variety of extracurricular activities that kids in the Champaign-Urbana area will enjoy all year long.

Fall Fun for Families in Champaign-Urbana
Find this one-stop shop for all of the info you’re looking for when it comes to fall in Champaign-Urbana.

Hazardous Waste Collection Event Returns to Champaign
Open to all Illinois residents, this free collection in Champaign is an ideal way to safely dispose of many hazardous waste items from your household.

End of Summer Pool Closings and Hour Changes
Champaign-Urbana area pools will be changing hours as their workforce heads back to school. Here’s what that means for your family.

From the Principal: Tips for Ninth Graders
Incoming ninth graders can benefit from the advice offered by Champaign Central interim principal Dr. Angela Ward.

Have Large Stuff to Donate? Dump and Run Offers Free Pickup Service
Learn how to get unwanted furniture and bikes to be picked up for free by the University YMCA’s Dump and Run sale. And much more about how to get involved.

Illinois State Fair with Kids: What Families Need to Know
If you’re planning a trip to the Illinois State Fair with kids in tow, get the scoop on planning the best fair day ever.

Champaign-Urbana Area Pediatricians
It’s one of the most important decisions a parent can make: Our readers offer recommendations for pediatricians in Champaign-Urbana, Mahomet, and beyond.





