August 25 5 to 10 p.m. Vendors and Crafters5 to 10 p.m. Carnival Rides5 to 10 p.m. Vendors5 to 11 p.m. Beer Garden5 to 11 p.m. Food Court6 to 11 p.m. Shuttle Service6:30 p.m. Zakk Tompkins7:30 p.m. Candy Foster and the Shades of Blue9:00 p.m. Hairbangers Ball August 26 9 […]
Get ready for an exciting two-day cycling adventure amidst the picturesque landscapes of Champaign County Forest Preserve! The much-awaited Pedal the Preserves event is set to take place on August 19th and 20th, 2023, offering participants the opportunity to explore the beautiful Kickapoo Rail Trail, Homer Lake Forest Preserve, and […]
How many people does it take to hug a 200-year-old tree? This question (and so many more) can be answered at the Champaign County Forest Preserve’s Sangamon River Forest Preserve. Located north of Mahomet on County Rd 600 E adjacent to a pasture with roaming cows, the 106-acre park has […]
By Alexander Winton Mahomet finds itself at the center of intrigue as a development project, spearheaded by Visionary Hospitality Services, Inc. continues to generate curiosity among residents and the media. Specifics for the 12-acre property have been kept under wraps, but recent interviews with key figures shed some light on […]
The Sangamon Valley Public Water District has issued a boil order notice for the following areas: the North side of Dupage St. and a small portion of Randolph St. in Mahomet, IL. This boil order will remain in effect for 36 hours. Notification will be issued when the order is […]
Following a few incidents of vandalism at Bridle Leash Park, the Mahomet Parks and Recreation Department has been compelled to halt all pickleball activities. Just as Mahomet residents began to enjoy access to the highly popular game, several pieces of equipment, including the pickleball net and paddle lock, were deliberately […]
The Mahomet Police Department has taken a significant step towards promoting community safety by introducing a convenient medication take-back program. The initiative aims to facilitate the proper disposal of leftover, unused, and expired prescription and over-the-counter medications. This effort by the police department seeks to mitigate the potential risks associated […]
The Mahomet Area Youth Club received lunches from the MAYC Foundation last week. The MAYC Foundation was founded in 2016 with the mission to financially support Mahomet area youth providing them opportunities for growth and success. MAYC serves approximately 60 elementary and junior high school students this summer. The Foundation […]
Mahomet-Seymour graduate Lauren Nelson received the 2023 Lee Jessup Leadership Award and Scholarship provided by the MAYC Foundation. Established in 2018, the Lee Jessup Youth Leadership Award and Scholarship celebrates Mahomet-Seymour students dedicated to pursuing higher education. Like other recipients, Nelson received the scholarship by participating in or volunteering with […]
