The U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) announced Tuesday that Illinois has secured approximately $51 million in federal funding for the Illinois Fermentation and Agriculture Biomanufacturing (iFAB) Tech Hub. This initiative leverages the state’s leading production of raw agricultural materials to develop sustainable alternatives to fossil fuel-based products. This funding from […]
Fred Kroner, a name synonymous with East Central Illinois sports reporting, has ventured into new territory with his debut novel, “The Tracks of Disappearance.” After a career spanning over five decades, the seasoned journalist turns to fiction, crafting a narrative that explores the profound themes of identity, freedom, and the […]
Mahomet Parks and Rec will host the first of four summer concerts at Barber Park this Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. Each Friday concert will not only feature an array of live music but also an assortment of food trucks, activities like face painting, a bounce house for kids, […]
The 2024 Mahomet Market will be held on Wednesdays from 4 PM to 7 PM throughout the summer at Mahomet on Main. As an anticipated weekly event, the market brings together local artisans, craftspeople, and food vendors. With its final day on August 15th, this market is a seasonal highlight […]
The 4th annual Mahomet Soda Fest is set to take place on Saturday, June 8, 2024, from 10 am to 5 pm in historic downtown Mahomet. This much-anticipated event promises an exciting day for the entire family, featuring an array of activities, live music, delicious food, and, of course, a […]
Cecily and Finley Smith made impressive marks in the Class 4A IESA Junior High Girls’ Track and Field State Meet on May 18 where they vaulted their way into the spotlight with Cecily securing first place and Finley taking a commendable third in the pole vault event. Cecily Smith soared […]
In the last two decades, the landscape of American education has transformed dramatically. Innovations have come and gone, methodologies have shifted, and some changes have caused lasting impacts that educators are still navigating. Still, as education continues to adapt to better serve today’s students, some essentials remain unchanged. This is […]
For Kay Coulson’s students, school felt like magic—a place to belong, to create, and to explore. From whimsical writing prompts to Eric Carle-inspired art projects, mastering the basics of reading, writing, math, and science was both playful and formative during the nine months under her guidance. As children under the […]
Join the community at Lake of the Woods Peninsula, within the serene expanse of Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve, on Sunday, June 2, for an enchanting evening with rhythm and blues legend Candy Foster and his band, Shades of Blue. Part of the Summer Concert Series, this free event […]
The Champaign County area has recorded a 12 percent increase in home sales in April 2024, with a total of 218 units sold, compared to 195 units in the same month last year. This trend has nudged the year-to-date sales slightly by 0.1 percent over last year, according to the […]
