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The Mahomet Daily provides government, school, fire protection and library news for Mahomet-Seymour readers.

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Trump Signs Sweeping Executive Order to Expand Police Powers, Legal Shields, and Military-Style Support Amid Civil Liberties Concerns

President Donald Trump signed a major executive order Monday aimed at dramatically expanding the powers, protections, and resources available to state and local law enforcement agencies across the United States. The order, titled “Strengthening and Unleashing America’s Law Enforcement to Pursue Criminals and Protect Innocent Citizens,” marks one of the […]

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Parkland College Launches Free 9-1-1 Telecommunicator Training to Meet Local Workforce Needs

Parkland College’s Support for Workforce Training (SWFT) program is set to launch a new Telecommunicator 9-1-1 training this summer, offering local residents a pathway into high-demand emergency dispatcher careers. The two-week training, which begins June 2, will be held through Parkland’s Office of Workforce Development and is open to community […]

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Light in the Darkness’ May 1 Event in Urbana Joins Global Movement Against “Billionaire Takeover”

The grassroots movement “50501” is planning a peaceful demonstration called “Light in the Darkness,” on May 1. The event will take place from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. along Florida Avenue/Kirby Avenue in Urbana, stretching from Blair Park to Hessel Park. Organizers are encouraging participants to bring signs to display before […]

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Illinois Amish Heritage Center Breaks Ground on New Visitor & Museum Center, Ushering in a New Era for Amish Heritage and Tourism

The Illinois Amish Heritage Center (IAHC), located between Arthur and Arcola, is breaking ground this month on its much-anticipated 10,000-square-foot Visitor and Museum Center. This major development marks a significant step forward in the Center’s mission to honor and preserve the rich heritage of Illinois’s Amish community through education, celebration, […]