The Urbana Park District is preparing to roll out a fund-raising campaign early next year to help foot the bill for a $1.2 million replacement of its aging — but very popular — Prairie Play playground at Meadowbrook Park.
Hope Preston, admitted stealing about $13,100 from an 88-year old Champaign man by forging his checks.
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The Champaign Democrat's wife confirmed that he is receiving medical attention for an undisclosed issue.
The two men were reportedly arguing over a barking dog citation.
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