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Good morning Champaign! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Police seek tips after late-night shooting near Springfield and Kenwood.
  • Will you walk at Hessel Park for epilepsy awareness next weekend?
  • How low did E85 prices drop around Champaign this week?

Also on today's calendar: Power to the People: Danville and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What are the two favorite words for a shark to hear? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Nice with clouds and sun, with a high of 72 and low of 44 degrees.
  • Monday: Nice with plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 74, low: 48.
  • Tuesday: Partly sunny and nice, with a high of 76 and low of 59 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Man in stable condition after late night Champaign shooting (wcia.com) — A 41-year-old man is in stable condition after being shot in the leg late Thursday near Springfield Avenue and Kenwood Road in Champaign. Police and firefighters provided immediate aid before he was taken to a hospital, and officers are now seeking video and witnesses. Anyone with information can contact Champaign Police or share anonymous tips through Champaign County Crime Stoppers.
   

2. MILES FOR MINDS – Walk for Epilepsy Awareness (vermilioncountyfirst.com) — Champaign families can join the Miles for Minds epilepsy awareness walk on October 3 at Hessel Park, with registration starting at 9 a.m. and the walk at 10:15. The event offers snacks, kids' activities, and education about epilepsy, plus a t‑shirt for registered walkers. Organizers hope to connect local residents affected by epilepsy with support and resources.
   

3. Cheapest E85 gas in Champaign County at $3.49 per gallon in week ending Sept. 19 (chambanasun.com) — Drivers in Champaign County are seeing E85 prices as low as $3.49 per gallon, with the countywide average at $4.13 and several stations in Champaign and Urbana reporting prices. The report compares local prices with the Illinois average and notes recent national fuel cost spikes tied to refinery outages and global oil tensions. Prices may change quickly, so treat these as snapshots.
   

4. Forty Under 40: Celebrating our 19th class, powered by Hickory Point Bank & Trust (news-gazette.com) — Champaign-area residents will see dozens of local professionals honored when the 19th Forty Under 40 class walks the red carpet Nov. 12 at the I Hotel and Illinois Conference Center in Champaign. The program, run by Central Illinois Business Magazine and backed by Hickory Point Bank & Trust, highlights young leaders shaping business, civic life, and community organizations across the region.
   

5. FINAL: No. 7 Ohio State 42, Illinois 19 (news-gazette.com) — Illinois football fell 42–19 to No. 7 Ohio State in Columbus, but the Illini return to Champaign next Saturday to host Purdue at Gies Memorial Stadium. Despite the loss, the offense piled up more than 450 yards, with strong performances from Katin Houser and Aidan Laughery offering hope for fans heading into the Big Ten home opener.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • if anyone lost a dog, i just saw this german shepherd (6:30 pm or so), loose along mattis at green st, across from st.
    john lutheran church. did have a collar on (bad pictures, sry) (Nextdoor South Church)
  • Hello looking for someone to remove a 6' privacy fence with the post and all.
    Also want new post put back in along with the rails hung. I will do the pickets myself in the spring. (Nextdoor Windsor Park)
  • Niemann Foods, Inc. posted a job opening for Niemann Harvest Market Grocery Stocker in Champaign. Apply here.
  • Carle Health posted a job opening for Rev Cycle SBU Billing Spec- Must have experience with Medicaid authorization and Excel data entry/spreadsheet in Champaign. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Champaign here.

Ok Champaign! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "MAN OVERBOARD!" (Thank you M J. for sending it in!)
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