Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed a bill on Friday that will cap the monthly cost of prescription inhalers at $25 for people with health insurance. The new law, set to take effect on Jan. 1, 2025, will also prohibit health insurance companies from denying or limiting coverage for these essential medications […]
Month: August 2024
Free Concert at Middle Fork River Forest Preserve: Afro D & Global Soundwaves Return
Mark your calendars for a delightful musical experience with the Champaign County Forest Preserve District. On Saturday, August 17, the serene setting of the Middle Fork River Forest Preserve will come alive with the vibrant sounds of Afro D & Global Soundwaves. This local 6-piece band, known for their unique […]
Champaign-Urbana Elks to Host Free Children’s Orthopedic Clinic
The Champaign-Urbana Elks Lodge 2497, in collaboration with the Illinois Elks Children’s Care Corporation, will sponsor a free children’s orthopedic assessment clinic on Wednesday, September 11, 2024. The clinic, led by Dr. James McKechnie, will take place from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM at the OSF Children’s Hospital of Illinois […]
Petition Seeks Ban on Carbon Sequestration Projects Threatening Mahomet Aquifer
A petition launched by Prairie Rivers Network aims to halt proposed carbon capture and sequestration (CCS) projects that could jeopardize the Mahomet Aquifer, a crucial water source for nearly one million residents in Central Illinois. The Mahomet Aquifer supplies millions of gallons of water daily to central Illinois residents, farmers, […]
Mahomet Teen Reis Claybrooke Clinches Lake of the Woods Golf Club Championship with Stunning 69
By FRED KRONER fred@mahometnews.com Mahomet teen-ager Reis Claybrooke fired a 69 and won the Lake of the Woods men’s golf club championship on Sunday (Aug. 4). He edged runner-up Andrew Lawson by one stroke for his first club title. Grant Kinkelaar was third (73), followed by Adam Woller (74) and […]
Sleep in Heavenly Peace: Building a Brighter Future, One Bed at a Time
In a world where a good night’s sleep is often taken for granted, Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP) is on a mission to ensure that no child sleeps on the floor. This 501(c)(3) non-profit organization is dedicated to ending child bedlessness across America, one handcrafted bed at a time. With […]
Illinois Governor Signs Landmark Legislation Expanding Fertility Treatment/Menopause Coverage
Governor J.B. Pritzker signed groundbreaking legislation on Friday mandating insurance companies in Illinois to cover all fertility treatments recommended by doctors. The new law, set to take effect in 2026, removes the bureaucratic hurdles that often force patients to undergo less effective treatments before gaining access to procedures like in […]
Governor JB Pritzker Signs Law Eliminating Illinois’ Grocery Tax Starting in 2026
Governor JB Pritzker signed legislation on Monday to eliminate Illinois’ 1% tax on groceries, effective January 1, 2026. This change is part of Pritzker’s 2025 budget plan, which aims to address regressive taxes that disproportionately impact low-income families. The Illinois General Assembly approved the legislation in May when it passed […]
Christie Clinic: August Marks Psoriasis Awareness Month
By: Anna Snowden, PA-C, Diplomate Fellow, SDPA, Christie Clinic Department of Dermatology August marks Psoriasis Awareness Month, a crucial time dedicated to shedding light on this chronic autoimmune disease that affects millions of individuals worldwide. This month serves as an opportunity to increase understanding and offer support to those living […]