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The Family Room is hosting a Donation Day this Saturday, May 30, from 2–4 p.m. at 414 S. Staley Rd. in Champaign. They'r...
05/30/2026

The Family Room is hosting a Donation Day this Saturday, May 30, from 2–4 p.m. at 414 S. Staley Rd. in Champaign. They're accepting gently used clothing and shoes, books, new diapers, new underwear and socks, and new or gently used pajamas.

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The American Red Cross needs your help now. Scheduled blood donations have dropped sharply, putting the national supply ...
05/29/2026

The American Red Cross needs your help now. Scheduled blood donations have dropped sharply, putting the national supply at risk just as we enter the deadliest stretch of the year for traumatic injuries. Donate by June 28 and receive a $15 e-gift card.

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The Illini are heading to Wrigley! Coach Bret Bielema and DB Matthew Bailey will guest conduct the seventh-inning stretc...
05/29/2026

The Illini are heading to Wrigley! Coach Bret Bielema and DB Matthew Bailey will guest conduct the seventh-inning stretch at Illini Night on June 2 when the Cubs host the A's. DL Joe Barna throws out the first pitch, and there's a free pregame party at Budweiser Brickhouse Tavern starting at 4 p.m.

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Choosing the right realtor matters.Local real estate professionals Hayley Siefert and Heather Baker of Hayley Siefert: B...
05/29/2026

Choosing the right realtor matters.

Local real estate professionals Hayley Siefert and Heather Baker of Hayley Siefert: Broker at Keller Williams Realty, TREC say buyers and sellers should interview agents, ask questions, and understand how pricing decisions are made before choosing a realtor.

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Wes Anderson fans, this one’s for you.Arthouse 217 and Film-Fanatic.Club are bringing a special late-night screening of ...
05/29/2026

Wes Anderson fans, this one’s for you.

Arthouse 217 and Film-Fanatic.Club are bringing a special late-night screening of “The French Dispatch” to The Literary Bookbar in downtown Champaign on Thursday, June 4.

The event will feature:
* A curated film introduction
* A surprise short film
* A themed cocktail and late-night menu
* Post-movie discussion in a cozy, intimate setting

Doors open at 10 p.m. and the movie starts at 10:30 p.m. at The Literary, 122 N. Neil St. in Champaign.

05/29/2026

Meet Sophie!

Sophie from MOORE’S RESCUE RANCH and the The Kitty Crib visited WIXY 100.3 Thursday morning — and she was an instant hit. At 9 years old, she still acts like a kitten: playful, curious, cuddly, and full of purrs.

She immediately bonded with Duane and explored the studio like a pro.

Watch Sophie’s visit here:
https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1BDZJunnqo/

Thank you to our Pet of the Week sponsor, Curtis Road Animal Hospital, for supporting local pets and rescues! ❤️

Heads up, Champaign drivers! Lane closures are coming to Prospect Avenue between Springfield Avenue and John Street star...
05/29/2026

Heads up, Champaign drivers! Lane closures are coming to Prospect Avenue between Springfield Avenue and John Street starting Monday, June 1.

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Incoming Illini freshman Quentin Coleman is heading to the FIBA U18 Men's AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico, after being named to...
05/29/2026

Incoming Illini freshman Quentin Coleman is heading to the FIBA U18 Men's AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico, after being named to the Team USA's U18 National Team. The five-star recruit from St. Louis averaged 23.1 points per game as a senior and led his high school to back-to-back state titles.

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Farm Credit Illinois has named its 2026 class of Agriculture Scholars, awarding $75,000 in scholarships to 30 high schoo...
05/28/2026

Farm Credit Illinois has named its 2026 class of Agriculture Scholars, awarding $75,000 in scholarships to 30 high school seniors from across central and southern Illinois. This marks the 22nd year of the program, which has now awarded more than $938,500 to students since 2004. Congratulations to all 30 scholars!

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This Sunday, June 7, the Vermilion County Museum Society is hosting a special Meet and Greet at the Dr. William Fithian ...
05/28/2026

This Sunday, June 7, the Vermilion County Museum Society is hosting a special Meet and Greet at the Dr. William Fithian Home in Danville, and guests will have the chance to meet the great-granddaughter of Civil War Medal of Honor recipient General John Charles Black.

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Interested in becoming a firefighter? The Champaign Fire Department is accepting applications for its Adult Explorers Pr...
05/28/2026

Interested in becoming a firefighter? The Champaign Fire Department is accepting applications for its Adult Explorers Program through June 22. The program offers testing prep, mentorship, and a firsthand look at a fire service career.

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