Champaign Voices

Scientists Grow Meat in a Lab; Grillmasters File Emotional Damages

Published: June 10, 2026

Lab-grown meat moved closer to wider sale, sparking debates about ethics, taste, and whether a burger without a farm can still justify a man standing outside in smoke for four hours. What do you think?

“If it didn't moo or cluck, it's a science project.”
Dale Evilsizor, Charcoal Loyalty Program Member
“I'll try it if it goes on sale next to the real guilt.”
Karen Pence, Casserole Traditionalist
“You can grow it. I'm still putting sauce on it.”
Ron Bodey, Smoker Temperature Whisperer