Summertime brings memories of playing in the sun, cookouts and fun time spent in the pool. For our pets, however, these fond remembrances can turn into nightmares in an instant. Below are some tips to help keep your 4-legged family friend safe and cool during the hot summer months. Made […]
Month: May 2014
Strzebonski leads class of 2014
Mahomet-Seymour High School Valedictorian Pawel Strzebonski led the class of 2014 into their final moments as MSHS students during graduation on Sunday. Strzebonski decided to work towards Valedictorian honors at the end of his junior year when he enrolled in Advanced Placement English, French and Biology courses. While he has […]
Museum of the Grand Prairie builds new exhibits
Exhibits on the upper level of the Museum of the Grand Prairie are currently under construction as the staff develops new exhibits which will reflect the cultural and natural history of Champaign County. Curator Valerie Hall is currently putting some finishing touches on a glacier exhibit which will talk about […]
Excavating Mysteries of the Past
I have a confession to make. I love a mystery. As a professional archaeologist, I piece together various clues in a search for meaning, whether the clues are broken ceramic plates, the scatter of food remains from a long-ago meal, property deeds tracing land ownership, or the locations of buildings […]
IDNR asks Village to update trail
Although the Village of Mahomet has complied with the requirements set forth by the Open Space Land Acquisition Development grant for 20 years, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources expects the Village to update the Sangamon River Greenway to adhere to current ADA standards. IDNR said the Village will not […]
Rivers to speak at Biker Sunday
New Orleans’ Christian Motorcycle Association (CMA) Chaplain Billy Rivers will share his story with the Mahomet Church of the Nazarene congregation during Biker Sunday on May 18. Mahomet Church of the Nazarene Pastors Lutz and Deb Braunig decided to acquaint their congregation with their love for the biking community through […]
Nickel and Dimes brings show to Lake of the Woods Saturday
Two and a half years ago Nicole Collett wanted to be part of a band. Now, 400 shows and 1,200 songs later, the lead singer of Nickel and Dimes looks forward to playing at Lake of the Woods Bar on Saturday. “Playing shows in my hometown is so much fun,” […]
MSHS manufacturing students selected to represent AtFab at Makers Faire
Mahomet-Seymour High School manufacturing students were one of four digital fabricators selected to represent AtFab designs at the Bay Area Makers Faire in San Mateo, California May 14-17. Boasted as the greatest show-and-tell exhibit on Earth, the Maker Faire showcases forward-thinking products while giving thinkers, engineers, scientists and hobbyists a […]
Zumba instructor talks about benefits of Zumba Kids program
Editors Note: Many times, I take interviews and make all the pieces of the puzzle fit together for readers. Having worked with Zumba Instructor Kristina Robinson before, I thought I would piece together her adult Zumba program, Zumba Gold, Zumba in the Park and new Zumba Kids program for you. […]
MSHS Ag Expo brings agriculture to life for students
Mahomet-Seymour agriculture and horticulture students have volunteered their time to bring the seventh annual Ag Expo to the Mahomet community on Saturday from 9 to 11 a.m. This years’ Ag Expo promises to have a broad range of activities for community members of all ages. Visitors will be able to […]
