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Drew Sponheim: Rooted in Community, Focused on the Future

9/25/2025

Drew Sponheim is a candidate this November for a seat on the Urbana City School District Board of Education.

The Sponheim Family

Rooted in Urbana, Grounded in Service
Drew and his wife, Kathy (Michael) Sponheim, chose Urbana as the place to raise their family and grow their businesses. A proud Urbana native, Kathy’s hometown roots led the couple back to raise their three children, stay close to family, and invest in the community. Their two daughters are currently students at Urbana City Schools, and their son will join them there in the years to come.

Congrats to West Liberty-Salem’s Cross Country Spotlight, Caleb Larson!

9/25/2025

Congrats to West Liberty-Salem’s Cross Country Spotlight, Caleb Larson!

Caleb is a senior at West Liberty-Salem High School. Learn more about Caleb and his athletic career below.

A special thank you to our sponsor, Malia Hughes, for making this spotlight possible!

Congrats to Graham’s Cheerleading Spotlight, Elena Portis!

9/25/2025

Congrats to Graham’s Cheerleading Spotlight, Elena Portis!

Elena is a senior at Graham High School. Learn more about Elena and her athletic career below.

A special thank you to our sponsor, First Central National Bank, for making this spotlight possible!

Let the Ghoul Times Roll! Spooky Family Fun Returns to Downtown Urbana

9/24/2025

Downtown Urbana will come alive with fall festivities as the Monument Square District presents the return of Let the Ghoul Times Roll! on Friday, October 24, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. The annual celebration promises a lively evening of food, games, and Halloween-themed fun for the whole family.

This year’s lineup includes food trucks, kids’ games, a trunk-or-treat, and shopping. Dozens of local businesses and community members are taking part, with all 32 trunk spaces now filled. To add even more excitement, a prize will be awarded for the best decorated trunk, making the trunk-or-treat a must-see attraction.

Celebrate Fall at the 53rd Annual Historical Society Oktoberfest

9/24/2025

A favorite local fall celebration and the Champaign County Historical Society’s largest fundraiser, the 53rd annual Oktoberfest, promises a day of fun for the entire family, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, October 5.

The Historical Society’s beautiful front lawn, at 809 East Lawn Ave., will be filled with the tents of about 60 crafters and artists – as well as 11 food and beverage trucks. Twenty-two of the vendors will be at Oktoberfest for the first time. And for the first time, Oktoberfest will feature beer from the Urbana Brewing Company.

Mechanicsburg Public Library Announces October Programs for All Ages

9/24/2025

The Mechanicsburg Public Library has announced a full lineup of engaging programs this October, offering something for youth, teens, and adults across Champaign County. From hands-on crafts to technology workshops, the month’s activities provide opportunities for creativity, learning, and community connection.

Elks 51 Pink Out Golf Scramble Raises Money for Cancer Care in Champaign County

9/24/2025

Mercy Health is proud to once again be the beneficiary of the Elks 51 Pink Out Golf Scramble! The 8th annual event was held September 10, 2025 at the Elks Golf Course, drawing 144 golfers. All together, they raised $21,000 to benefit cancer care in Clark and Champaign Counties. The funds will help fund Appearance Centers & the Look Good, Feel Better Program at both Mercy Health - Cancer Centers in Springfield and Urbana, which provide wigs and toupees along with other support to cancer patients, as well as the Breast Cancer Endowment Fund of Clark County.

Mercy Health would like to say a huge thanks to our community supporters and their generosity, which helps make it possible for us to continue delivering quality care to our community.

Congrats to Urbana’s September Senior of the Month, Alex Dixon!

9/24/2025

Congrats to Urbana’s September Senior of the Month, Alex Dixon!

Alex is a senior at Urbana High School. We’re excited to share her achievements and future plans with you below.

A heartfelt thank-you to Weidmann for proudly sponsoring this recognition!

Pre-Sale Tickets On Sale Now for 53rd Annual Oktoberfest

9/23/2025

2025 Champaign County Oktoberfest Tickets

The Champaign County Historical Society invites the community to celebrate fall at the 53rd Annual Oktoberfest on Sunday, October 5, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Historical Society Museum, 809 E. Lawn Avenue, Urbana.

This family-friendly festival is a beloved tradition, bringing together local artisans, food vendors, and entertainers for a full day of fun while supporting the Champaign County Historical Society.

Guests can enjoy:

West Liberty-Salem Announces 2025–26 Homecoming Court

9/23/2025

2025-26 West Liberty-Salem Homecoming Court

West Liberty-Salem Local Schools is proud to announce the members of the 2025–2026 Homecoming Court. This year’s court represents an outstanding group of students who embody Tiger spirit, leadership, and community pride.

The court includes:

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