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By Zainab Susi I am against war and war is never an answer. When there is a war everyone loses, and the impact goes from generation to generation. Yesterday, the USA and Israel attacked Iran in the holy month of Ramadan. Shame on them. Regardless of the war’s intention, it’s always the common innocent people…

In the village of Homer, our “downtown” features more false fronts and vacant lots than businesses. Like many communities in the 15th Illinois Congressional District, we are hardworking people who feel more like “flyover country” to the Washington elite than a priority. As the March 17th primary approached, I invited all seven congressional candidates to…

The Giertz Gallery at Parkland College presents a new exhibition, “Fragments and Layers: Works by Erin Furimsky and Tali Weinberg,” beginning Monday, February 16. Furimsky and Weinberg both explore the interconnection of systems and structures. Their work is enriched by the mastery of their material and by the way they inject meaning through process. A studio…

Health Professions at Parkland College will host an Informational Night later this month. On Monday, February 16 from 4–6 p.m., guests will be able to learn about the Nursing and Allied Health Profession programs offered at Parkland. They’ll also have the opportunity to: The open house will take place in Room U140 near the Student Union. Registration…

Parkland College is once again hosting summer fun and learning opportunities for area youth this summer, with registration opening soon. College for Kids (CFK) is a two-week enrichment camp designed for children ages 6–13 to explore, create, code, and imagine. With small, interactive classes, students can: Kids will be able to enjoy CFK favorites like Lights, Camera,…

The Illini District Dental Society will sponsor Give Kids A Smile® (GKAS) Day on February 7 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Parkland College Dental Hygiene Clinic located at 2400 W. Bradley in Champaign. The event is part of the Children’s Dental Access Program through the American Dental Association® (ADA), which provides free oral healthcare…

Parkland’s Career and Technical Education division will host a free career exploration event for 6–8th grade students and their parents on Saturday, February 7, 2026.From 9:30 a.m. until noon, students will engage in hands-on activities utilizing CTE career labs, classrooms, and program equipment. Areas of exploration will include Automotive Technology, Construction Trades, Collision Repair, Welding, and more. This workshop requires…

The Giertz Gallery at Parkland College will present an artist lecture by Malcolm Mobutu Smith on Thursday, February 5, in the Staerkel Planetarium. Mobutu Smith’s artworks are guided by improvisations, fluctuating between volumetric forms and graphic flatness. His ceramics, inspired by graffiti, comic books, and organic abstraction, often merge  wheel-thrown and hand-built elements to reinterpret…

University of Illinois System President Tim Killeen informed the Board of Trustees of the University of Illinois today that he will step down at the conclusion of his current contract on June 30, 2027. Board Chair Jesse Ruiz praised Killeen for leading with vision and integrity. “Tim has consistently proved to be an exceptional president,…

Community Education at Parkland College has announced its popular youth enrichment program, College for Kids, will continue to expand its year-round offerings with College for Kids: Spring Edition, launching in 2026. Designed for students ages 6–15, the Spring Edition will build on the momentum of recent seasonal expansions—including the highly successful CFK: Fall Edition—by offering…