Worldwide cases of COVID-19 topped 4 million this week, concern is mounting as very small clusters of children have shown adverse responses to fighting off COVID-19. As many as 93 children have presented in New York with a new pediatric multi-system inflammatory syndrome, likely linked to COVID-19 — and five […]
New modeling data shows that the State of Illinois’ COVID-19 cases won’t peak until mid-June, according to Gov. J.B. Pritzker. The updated model, developed by the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign, Northwestern University’s School of Medicine, University of Chicago, is the result of adding two-and-a-half weeks of data. “The essence […]
The name “Mom” may mean a lot to many different people, but for Gibson City native Kristen Hood, “Mom” means selfless. Her mom, Amy Hood, embodies the definition of the word. “She’s just constantly thinking of ways to help others,” Kristen said. “One of her gifts is gift-giving and just […]
Mahomet-Seymour High School has altered its 2020 graduation plans, moving from a July 10 ceremony at Krannert Center to a May 16 live-streamed ceremony at Mahomet-Seymour High School where parents can virtually watch their child walk across the stage via Bulldog TV. “As you know, things have continued to change […]
Olive Garden is still making a place for customers during the COVID-19 pandemic. While shopping and eating locally is at the forefront of many internet memes and marketing plans, American chains are feeling the samehardships as mom-and-pop restaurants. Darden, which owns and operates restaurants, such as Olive Garden,LongHorn Steakhouse, Bahama […]
The Harvest Moon Drive-In Theater of Gibson City will open for its 66th season on May 8 under new guidelines while Illinois remains under the stay-at-home order. As restrictions are lifted throughout the state, Harvest Moon Drive-In will also be making adjustments to the way they operate. They are hopeful […]
BY DANI TIETZdani@mahometnews.com While COVID-19 is on the forefront of everyone’s mind, medical professionals are also talking about the need for continued preventative care for persons of all ages. On Friday, Dr. Ngozi Ezike, Director of the Illinois Public Health Department reminded residents of Illinois that they should continue to get immunizations for children and go […]
Editor’s Note: This article was written in 2017. Due to COVID-19, the Hennesy’s will not have their Halloween wheel out and will not be handing out candy. Decorations are up and everyone is welcome to drive by. It’s the most wonderful time of the year for the Hennesy family. While […]
