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The Daily Eastern News

The student news site of Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, Illinois.

The Daily Eastern News

The student news site of Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, Illinois.

The Daily Eastern News

The Gardella family left to right, Leta, Jessica, Joe and Paige, cuts the ceremonial ribbon at the Grand reopening of Charleston’s University Village across from Old Main on Saturday.

EIU alum reopens historic University Village

Ethan Vine, Reporter September 28, 2025

The cutting of the ceremonial ribbon at the newly reopened University Village across from Old Main on Saturday was more than just an event for Joe Gardella— it was the culmination of nearly two years...

The national No Kings Day protest was planned as part of the 50501 movement, meaning 50 states, 50 protests one movement.

Events in Charleston this week

Bryce Parker, Editor-in-Chief June 10, 2025

The Charleston community has several events this week, with many taking place over the weekend: "No Kings" Day Protest (Saturday) Charleston is scheduled to partake in a nationwide "No Kings" Day...

From left, Tiffany Gibson and her daughter Piper Gibson cross the finish line at the Sarah Bush Lincoln Races for all Paces Saturday morning at O'Brien Stadium. When asked why she participated, Tiffany said "Why not? It's a great day and it's an awesome feeling. It's a good promotion of healthy habits for sure." Piper noted that she couldn't wait to get some water.

Events in Charleston this week

Bryce Parker, Editor-in-Chief June 4, 2025

While most of Charleston’s events this week are scheduled for the weekend, the first full weekend of June offers something for all ages: You Can't Stop the Beat: Dance Life at 15! (Friday – Saturday) At...

The farmer's market was held on the Square in front of the courthouse on Wednesday morning, September 11.

Events in Charleston this week

Bryce Parker, Editor-in-Chief May 27, 2025

Charleston kids are tossing aside their backpacks and racing into summer break. For them, summer begins well before the calendar officially marks it on June 20. Now, it’s time to find fun around town...

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