Sam Rink

Student Reporter

About Sam

              Sam Rink is a sophomore from Tolono who focuses his journalism on environmental science and LGBTQ+ issues. He serves as a senior photographer for The Daily Illini and the Illio yearbook and wants to make news more accessible, especially for the disabled community.

WILL Call: What’s Happening in Central Illinois July 23 – July 26

July 22, 2026 No Comments

Enjoy live music, a car show and barbecue competition, family-friendly outdoor activities and more this weekend in Central Illinois.

Folk-rock legend Graham Nash on keeping his music fresh and new

July 21, 2026 No Comments

In an interview with IPM News, he discussed politics, his love for performing, and wanting to give his audience the best concert of their lives. Nash is scheduled to perform at the Virginia Theatre in Champaign on his 2026 tour.

WILL Call: What’s Happening in Central Illinois July 16 – July 19

July 15, 2026 No Comments

Take your family to a farm play date, solve a disco murder mystery hear a country music star and more in Central Illinois this weekend.

A man in a black T-shirt plays guitar in front of a crowd of people raising their arms up.

WILL Call: What’s Happening in Central Illinois July 9 – July 12

July 8, 2026 No Comments

Win prizes at a night of drag comedy bingo, see a documentary screening about an Illinois-based rock band or try more local events this weekend in Central Illinois.

Multi-colored fireworks burst against a black sky.

WILL Call: What’s Happening in Central Illinois July 2 – July 5

July 1, 2026 No Comments

Independence Day celebrations, a local music festival, pickleball tournaments and more are happening this weekend in Central Illinois.

WILL Call: What’s Happening in Central Illinois June 25 – June 28

June 25, 2026 No Comments

Learn how to support local pollinators, see a fireworks show at a summer festival and more this weekend in Central Illinois.