Across Champaign, dozens of streets are named in honor of people and organizations that have made a significant cultural, historical or humanitarian impact on the city. Here at IPM News, we’ve sent our team of Illinois Student Newsroom reporters out to produce a series of stories spotlighting some of these local legacies. The new series is rolling out now. The stories will also be included in 217 Today, IPM’s daily news podcast.
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Honorary Brandon Hardway Drive pays homage to beloved former Pour Bros. manager
Brandon Hardway, a beloved community member and manager of Pour Bros. Taproom, was fatally shot on February 8, 2024. Last August, the segment of North Chestnut Street in downtown Champaign was designated Brandon Hardway Drive.
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Honorary street unveiled to celebrate Dean Clarence Shelley’s 50-year legacy at Illinois
Honorary Dean Clarence Shelley Way, unveiled Sept. 14, memorializes a man who spent 50 years working to foster a learning community where everyone, regardless of background, could strive for excellence.
