Tag: Community Connections

34th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Service of Celebration

Since 1988, the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Advocacy for Justice Committee has awarded scholarships to local students attending colleges such as Parkland College, the University of Illinois, and Historically Black Colleges and Universities. This year we honor the memory of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with Reverend C.D. Stuart addressing the theme: "His … Continue reading 34th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Service of Celebration

Local Effects of the Federal Government Shutdown

We're all tracking the news about the partial government shutdown, but we may not know exactly what the local impact is.  Local blog Cheatsheet of Champaign County  provided a January 11 article with some of the local effects and resources for further information. Included are effects on farming, the University, research dependent on federal funds … Continue reading Local Effects of the Federal Government Shutdown

Annual County-wide Dr. MLK, Jr Celebration

On Friday, January 18, 2019, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm, this annual county-wide celebration commemorates Dr. King's legacy by bringing together community members from Champaign County to celebrate the mission, teachings, and legacy of Dr. King. This year's keynote speaker, Pastor Michael Pfleger has sought to break down the walls of racism and denominationalism by … Continue reading Annual County-wide Dr. MLK, Jr Celebration

Coffee with Urbana Mayor

Join Mayor Diane Wolfe Marlin for coffee and conversation from 9 am to 10 am on Friday, January 18, 2019 in the Busey Mills Reading Room at The Urbana Free Library, located at 210 West Green St., in the heart of Downtown Urbana. This event is free and open to the public. Hosted by the … Continue reading Coffee with Urbana Mayor