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Champaign County Fair

Champaign County Fair Fun for Families: Preview, Tips and Ways to Save

We break down the info you need before your family heads out to the 2025 Champaign County Fair in Urbana.

School physicals

School Physicals: What’s Required for Illinois Students in 2025

Schedule those school physicals without delay — find out what students need them and when in the state of Illinois.

Parks for babies and toddlers

Best Parks for Babies and Toddlers in Champaign-Urbana

Babies and toddlers need a different kind of playground than older kids do. Find our list of the best playgrounds to visit with little ones right here in Champaign-Urbana.

Food trucks around Champaign-Urbana

35+ Food Trucks You Can Find Around Champaign-Urbana

Find a way to curb that food truck craving. From tacos to burgers to donuts, food-on-wheels is all over Champaign, Urbana and beyond.

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Champaign-Urbana Weekend Planner - The Fair is Here

Champaign-Urbana Weekend Planner – The Fair is Here

Find some family-friendly resources for Champaign-Urbana this weekend.

Curtis Orchard Store, Champaign

Visiting Curtis Orchard in Champaign with Kids

Champaign-Urbana families love Curtis Orchard and it is no secret. Get your pumpkins, pick those apples and snuggle the kittens while you’re there.

Prepare your child for kindergarten

10 Tips For Preparing Your Child for Kindergarten

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

Back to School: Immunizations Required for Illinois Students

Time to think about required immunizations for your Illinois student(s) based on the grade they will be entering this fall.

Find More Local Events

Urbana Free Library Renovations Require Brief Closure, New Operating Hours

Renovations at the Urbana Free Library will necessitate a few changes to its operating hours and some services.

movie night

Illini Family Movie Night Set for Aug. 9

Vote now for your choice of the movie to be shown during the Illini’s Family Movie Night at Memorial Stadium.

The Scratching Post Cat Cafe Now Open in Champaign

Champaign’s The Scratching Post — ideal for cat lovers and board game enthusiasts — is now open.

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.

Mahomet Fishing Enthusiasts Headed to Bassmaster Junior Nationals

Two Mahomet youth excelled in a state competition and have qualified for a national Bassmaster tournament in Georgia in July.

Restaurant Openings, Closings in Champaign-Urbana

The Champaign-Urbana restaurant scene is ever-changing. We examine the latest comings and goings, focusing outside of campus.

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