We’ve picked a variety of festivals and fairs worth a drive — and (mostly) within Central Illinois — in our list of Seven Great Summer Festivals in Central Illinois.
Strawberry Picking Near Champaign-Urbana
Early summer means strawberry season, and we’ve dug up several places within roughly an hour’s drive of Champaign-Urbana to pick your own.
31+ Unique Summer Day Trips from Champaign-Urbana
We identify more than 30 day trips from Champaign-Urbana that could add a little spice to your summer.
All Things Abe: Illinois is Where It’s At For Lincoln’s Birthday
There’s a lot of love for Abraham Lincoln in Champaign County, especially around his birthday (Feb. 12). And find out what is closed.
New 447 Area Code Coming to the 217 in Central Illinois; 10-Digit Dialing Starts Feb. 27
Callers in the Illinois 217 area code must dial area code + phone number for all local calls starting Feb. 27; a new 447 overlay will follow.