INB, formerly Illinois National Bank, is a locally owned, privately held national bank based in Springfield, Illinois. We sat down with Lanna Bartko at the Champaign branch. How did you get involved with INB? I actually got involved because I’m a Champaign-Urbana Jaycees. My boss Andi is also in the Jaycees, so we met …
Welcome to the Downtown Picnic Parks! The City of Champaign, in partnership with the Champaign Park District, launched three PICNIC PARKS in downtown! The Picnic Parks support local businesses by adding extra seating for you to enjoy carryout food and drinks in downtown. The picnic parks are open daily from 11 am to 9 pm …
Goosehead Insurance is an independent agency representing different insurance companies. CCP spoke with Gene and Charlene Guldbrandsen, local agents at Goosehead. What’s your background and how did you get started at Goosehead Insurance? Gene: My background is working in warehouses. I worked in SuperValu for 29 years. After they lost some business …
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As COVID-19 precautions and closures take effect in Illinois and Champaign County, it’s important to consider some alternative approaches to shopping local and supporting the local economy. There are many ways you can support local businesses and their employees while also maintaining social distancing and stay-at-home recommendations. At the Champaign Center Partnership, we also encourage …
Just BEE Acai is a mobile food truck serving Acai bowls, loaded oats, specialty toasts, and selling locally-made gifts. CCP spoke with owner, Emma Reinbold. You originally went to school to become a teacher. What motivated you to switch industries and open your business? I went to the University of Illinois for Special Education and …
Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day or Galentine’s Day, don’t forget to include Champaign in your festivities! There’s so much to love about our town… the people, the food, the world-class opportunities, the tight-knit community, and more! To show our love for this town, we’re raffling off two tickets to That’s What She Said on February …
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The Orpheum is a children’s science museum located in Downtown Champaign. Their mission is to inspire, engage, and educate diverse children of all ages through the exploration of sciences and arts. CCP spoke with Education Coordinator Alex Dour. Can you tell us a bit about the history of the Orpheum’s building and how it came …
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Whether your resolution is to give back to others more or to give back to yourself, we’ve compiled the best ways to start your 2020 off right! 1. Physical Wellness Looking for a way to improve your physical health? Bring that bike that’s been collecting dust in your garage to Neutral Cycle, for …
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Since 1993, Circles Boutique has been a locally-owned clothing store offering global fashions in Downtown Champaign. CCP spoke with owner and buyer, Danelle Jameson. Tell us about how you decided to start your own business and open Circles Boutique here in Downtown Champaign. I grew up in Decatur and came to Champaign for school. …
Neil St. Blues, a southern-style cuisine restaurant with live music and a big city atmosphere located in the heart of Downtown Champaign, celebrates their 1-year anniversary this December! CCP spoke with owner Gayle Starks. What was your inspiration for opening Neil Street Blues in Champaign? I’ve always loved my community and wanted to invest …
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