Commercial Fire – 2400 W. Bradley Ave.
The Champaign Fire Department responded to a fire in fume extractor and dust collector outside building “T”, Parkland College, 2400 W. Bradley Ave., Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at 1:37 p.m. Fire crews were able to quickly get the fire under control. Firefighters responded to smoke coming from the “T” building. Upon arrival, crews reported smoke […]
Black Mental Health and Wellness Conference
On October 26, 2024 the Champaign County Community Coalition’s Race Relations Subcommittee proudly hosted the 2nd Annual Black Mental Health and Wellness Conference at Parkland College, running from 8 AM to 4 PM. This impactful event focused on the unique challenges surrounding mental health in the Black community, offering support and resources for individuals and […]
2nd Annual “Rising Star” Program
On March 28, 2024, the Champaign County Community Coalition, Parkland College, Champaign Unit 4, and Urbana 116 schools came together to promote black student excellence. The 2nd annual “Rising Star” program recognized any 5th or 8th grade African American student that has shown academic promise and/or academic excellence. Using a variety of data sets (including […]
Welcoming New American Citizens
On November 30, 2023, staff from the Equity and Engagement Department attended the Naturalization Ceremony at Parkland College Theatre. The event was hosted by the Honorable Eric I. Long, United States Magistrate Judge, Central District of Illinois, Urbana. There were 113 community members, from 36 countries, that Naturalized to become United States citizens. The process […]
Champaign County Community Coalition
On November 8, 2023, the Champaign County Community Coalition held its monthly meeting. First Followers shared information regarding their upcoming Families of Resilience event. Attendees also received updates from local Police Chief’s about recent crime activities and crime statistics throughout the year. Juan Huerta, the Deputy Director of Public Engagement for the Secretary of State, […]
Black Mental Health and Wellness Conference
On September 30, the Champaign County Community Coalition hosted the Black Mental Health and Wellness conference at Parkland College. The conference aimed at addressing the challenges of mental health in the black community and assisting those affected along with their families on a path to wellness. Sessions included in-depth conversations about understanding mental health and […]
Inaugural “Rising Star” Program
March 30, 2023, the Champaign County Community Coalition, Parkland College, Urbana 116, and Unit 4 came together to promote black student excellence. The inaugural “Rising Star” program recognized any 5th, or 8th grade African-American student that has shown academic promise and/or academic excellence. Using a variety of data sets (including MAP, IAR, attendance, discipline, etc.) […]
Mental Health in the Black Community
On Thursday, March 17, the Champaign County Community Coalition, in partnership with Parkland College, held its second of three panels discussing mental health in the Black community. Suicide is the second leading cause of death for black people ages 15-24 years old. Providing education and accessible resources to address the mental health needs of our […]
Inspector Speaks to the Students of Parkland’s Construction Management Program
Patrick Bolger, a Building Inspector for the Building Safety Division, spoke to Parkland College’s Residential Building Systems class about residential building codes and available careers in both code enforcement and the trades. As skilled carpenters, plumbers, and electricians retire, there are not enough entering the trades to take their place. Patrick was able to share […]
LAST CALL FOR MLK NOMINATIONS
Now’s the time to recognize an individual or organization having a positive impact in Champaign County! Nominations are being accepted for three prestigious community awards that will be presented at the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Countywide Celebration on January 17. Learn more and submit a nomination at mlkcelebration.org. Submission deadline is November 30. The Champaign […]