The Mahomet Public Library will reopen its doors after being closed for 84 days on June 8. The library board met in special session Wednesday to approve plans for a re-opening with reduced hours and services. “Our plans are designed to reduce the risk to our staff and patrons as […]
A peaceful March is being planned for Mahomet on June 8 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. What is being called “Promise March for Humanity” will be a peaceful vigil in remembrance of black lives lost, with speakers, music and a moment of silence. Organizers are also including the idea of […]
By REBECCA ANZEL Capitol News Illinois ranzel@capitolnewsillinois.com SPRINGFIELD — Illinois restaurants and bars can serve cocktails to go Tuesday after Gov. JB Pritzker signed an initiative designed by lawmakers to provide establishments with financial relief in the wake of COVID-19 challenges. Those businesses are “some of the hardest hit” by […]
‘Burned out storefronts and looted shops’ can’t be monument to George Floyd, leaders say By JERRY NOWICKICapitol News Illinoisjnowicki@capitolnewsillinois.com SPRINGFIELD — Members of the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus detailed their ongoing fight for racial equality and made calls for the end of looting at a news conference held at a […]
The Village of Mahomet will host a clean up day and electronics recycling event on June 20 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., or until containers are full. Village residents are welcome to dispose of unwanted junk or non-hazardous garbage, including bikes, metal exercise equipment, kitchen appliances and window air […]
As the Central region of Illinois moves into Phase 3 of the Restore Illinois plan Friday, a popular summer pastime, garage sales, will also be allowed. In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Orders, no more than 10 people are allowed at a sale at one time and six feet of […]
Illinois Secretary of State facilities will begin reopening for business on June 1 with a focus on new drivers, those with expired driver’s licenses or ID cards and vehicle transactions for the first two months. Beginning June 1 facilities in Chicago North, Chicago South and Chicago West will open on […]
The Mahomet Area Youth Club will provide free lunches during the summer months to all children in need between 11 a.m .to noon Monday through Friday. Pick up will be at MAYC, located at 700 W Main St. in the parking lot. Guests should just pull in for no-contact pick up. […]
The Mahomet Farmers Market will move from Wednesday evenings to Saturday morning beginning in June. The Mahomet Area Chamber of Commerce is looking for vendors at this point. If you have local produce or food items to sell, please contact the Chamber Office for an application. 217-586-3165 or office@mahometchamberofcommerce.com
By PETER HANCOCKCapitol News Illinoisphancock@capitolnewsillinois.com SPRINGFIELD – The Senate on early Sunday morning passed a budget package authorizing $42.8 billion in general revenue spending next year, although much of that remains tentative depending on the progression of the COVID-19 pandemic and potential congressional action that could send more financial aid […]
