After a forecasted rainy week in Central Illinois, temperatures are expected to drop to near freezing with partly cloudy skies on Nov. 23. But temperatures inside the Fluid Event Center are expected to be warm during the second annual Freezin’ For a Reason benefit. Freezin’ For a Reason began on […]
Month: November 2013
Let’s Make a Deal
So, what are the terms of the bill that was passed by Congress and signed by the President Last month? “All bark, and no bite!” Similar to August 2011, Congress and the President waited until the final minutes of the 11th hour to pass a bill yesterday to extend the […]
M-S PTO approves budget, talks about program improvement
The Mahomet-Seymour PTO approved the 2013-2014 budget last night. The M-S PTO board has also committed to budget transparency both at meetings and on their website. Teachers and parents gathered at the monthly meeting to discuss solutions for Science Day, Dawg Walk t-shirts and Back to School night. In the […]
Turkey Trot becomes Thanksgiving tradition
Before Mahomet residents sit down to eat the turkey, mashed potatoes and pies, the Mahomet Parks and Recreation Department will give them a chance to stretch their legs in the 2013 Turkey Trot. “It’s the perfect way to kick off your Thanksgiving day with friends and family,” said MPRD Director […]
Village staff and board work on communication and common goals
Shirley Stelbrink of Learning Alliance Company joined Village of Mahomet board and staff in a goal planning session Tuesday night. Stelbrink will also facilitate discussion on Nov. 19 and Nov. 25. After interpreting results from a group poll, Mayor Patrick Brown said while direction from the board to the staff […]
Local vendor helps PTO sell Spirit Wear
The Mahomet-Seymour PTO has teamed with local Kollege Town representative Joe Essex to provide Bulldog Spirit Wear. A wide-variety of Bulldog t-shirts, sweatshirts, polos, fleece and blankets will be available to order through Nov. 20. The Nov. 20 deadline guarantees delivery by Christmas. All apparel sales help raise money for […]
Sponsors Key to Mahomet Parks and Recreation Success
As 2013 athletic programs through the Mahomet Parks and Recreation Department come to a close, MPRD has begun the annual sponsorship drive for 2014. “During this time of year it’s easy to be thankful,” MPRD Parks and Recreation Director Dan Waldinger said. “We can’t thank our sponsors enough. Our sponsors […]
PTO to talk about hot topics
The Mahomet-Seymour PTO invites community members to the board meeting Thursday night at the Lincoln Trail Library to discuss reoccurring hot topics PTO board members often hear. The meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. PTO President Penny Moisson said while the floor is open for questions, some topics may include Dawg […]
Transform Fitness open house Thursday
Transform Fitness owner Lindy Gault invites members and the Mahomet community to the Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting ceremony at 4 p.m. on Thursday. Immediately following the ceremony, Gault will open the doors to her studio with light appetizers and wine to showcase the space. While Transform Fitness hosts a […]
Veteran’s Day Service at Mahomet Seymour Schools
Instead of taking the day off school, the Mahomet-Seymour School District celebrated and honored hundreds of Veterans through in-school programs Monday. Mahomet-Seymour School District was one of the first districts to attend school on Veterans’ Day nearly 20 years ago. The MSHS student council and Lincoln Trail staff served refreshments […]
