The unmistakable twang of banjo strings and the soulful melodies of an upright bass will fill the air at Champaign County Forest Preserve District’s (CCFPD) largest forest preserve, Middle Fork River Preserve. The Hot Iron String Band is set to dazzle bluegrass enthusiasts and newcomers alike with a special performance […]
As the Midwest prepares for a blistering heat wave, residents from Kansas to Maine are gearing up for temperatures that could soar into the triple digits. This extreme weather event is expected to bring dangerously high humidity levels and little overnight relief, posing significant health risks. Starting Monday, the heat […]
As communities across the nation prepare to honor Juneteenth, the vibrant city of Champaign, Illinois, is setting the stage for a series of events that not only celebrate freedom but also reflect on the profound historical significance of this day. Juneteenth, observed on June 19 each year, marks a pivotal […]
This photo album of Mahomet-Seymour baseball team is brought to you by Christie Clinic. Maddie Grindley was the photographer. To view the entire album visit: https://mahometdaily.smugmug.com/2024-Mahomet-Seymour-Baseball
Village of Mahomet spring garage sales are scheduled for May 31 and June 1. The Mahomet Daily will produce a free garage sale guide. For a garage sale listing to be included in the guide, an email with the address, dates/times and description must be delivered to news@mahometnews.com by 5 […]
Mahomet-Seymour High School’s sophomore Madalyn Marx has claimed the IHSA Class 2A state championship in the 400-meter dash. This triumph not only secured her a state title at Eastern Illinois University on May 18 but also set a new school record. Madalyn Marx outpaced her competitors with a time of […]
Motorists who regularly travel through the interchange between Interstate 74 and Interstate 57 in Champaign are advised to prepare for disruptions starting May 20, as significant closures are set to commence, impacting daily commutes. The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has announced a month-long closure of the eastbound I-74 ramp […]
By Fred Kroner Mahomet-Seymour’s bass fishing team of Brayden Rivest and Andrew Crawford placed 41st in the 65-team IHSA state tournament on Saturday (May 18) at Carlyle Lake. After the first day of action (Friday, May 17), the M-S duo stood in 32nd place. Their two first-day catches weighed in […]
This weekend, residents of East Central Illinois might be in for a rare and mesmerizing treat—a potential sighting of the Northern Lights, also known as the Aurora Borealis. Triggered by a series of potent solar flares that began emanating from the sun this Wednesday, this celestial phenomenon could be visible […]
This photo album of Mahomet-Seymour softball team is brought to you by Christie Clinic. Maddie Grindley was the photographer. To view the entire album visit: https://mahometdaily.smugmug.com/2024-Mahomet-Seymour-Soccer
