The theme of today’s installment in our “how to” series: minding your money. For expert advice, we convened a panel of UI faculty and alums, a Nobel-winning economist who once called C-U home, the leader of the country’s largest bank and others.

In 25 years ... vehicles "potentially without a steering wheel."

Welcome to Demolition Derby Week at the Mailbag, with details on several C-U buildings torn down or awaiting their date with a wrecking crew. Also: a change in the works for a proposed downtown Champaign hotel, the impact of federal budget news on plans for the county’s Brookens Center, and quick removal of some unhelpful signage on Rising Road at Route 10

The gates could be left open or closed as the city decides, said administrative services manager Jeff Hamilton. When the gates are open, there will be a narrow pedestrian pathway under the viaduct.

OSF spokesperson Tim Ditman: "The findings are not atypical for projects like this. We continue to work with internal and external stakeholders to make sure the needs of the region, including the need for rehabilitation beds, are met.”

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What band is playing at your company party? The Tons O' Fun Band because we're in the business of providing fun for our visitors, appealing to a wide audience, and we love a good horn section.