The Champaign County housing market shows notable resilience as home sales and prices continue to rise, despite ongoing challenges with limited inventory. According to the Champaign County Association of REALTORS® (CCAR), February saw an 8% increase in home sales compared to January, with 142 homes sold. This figure also represents […]
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Lincoln Trail Elementary Set for Playground Upgrade
The Mahomet-Seymour Board of Education has approved a significant upgrade to the playground facilities at Lincoln Trail Elementary School. The decision, made during the March 24 meeting, aims to address the lack of adequate play equipment and improve accessibility for students requiring ADA accommodations. Funding and Costs The total cost […]
M-S Boards approves bid from Barber & DeAtley for entry project at Junior High
The Mahomet-Seymour Community Unit School District No. 3 Board of Education has approved a $705,900 bid from Barber & DeAtley to serve as the general contractor for a new secured entry project at Mahomet-Seymour Junior High. The decision was made during the board meeting on March 24. The project will […]
Durbin, Pritzker put pressure on Republicans to oppose cuts to key programs
by Ben Szalinski, Capitol News Illinois March 21, 2025 TAYLORVILLE — Voters must put pressure on congressional Republicans to oppose any budget bill that makes major cuts to services, according to U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin, D-Ill. Lawmakers are set to return to Washington, D.C., this coming week, where they will […]
Local Artists Invited to Showcase Work at Giertz Gallery’s Summer Exhibition
The Giertz Gallery at Parkland College, in collaboration with 40 North, Champaign County Arts Council, is calling on local artists to submit their work for the upcoming summer exhibition, “Around the Block V: Artists from Our Neighborhood.” This juried community exhibition is open to all artists aged 18 and older […]
Trump Dismantles of Voice of America, United States Agency for Global Media
President Donald Trump has issued an executive order aimed at dismantling the Voice of America (VOA), a federally funded news organization that has been a cornerstone of U.S. global influence since World War II. This decision not only affects VOA but also impacts other U.S.-funded media outlets through United States […]
Summer Camp Registration Opens for Champaign County Forest Preserves
The Champaign County Forest Preserve District has officially launched registration for its 2025 summer camp programs. As of March 3, parents and guardians can now secure spots for their children in a variety of outdoor activities and educational experiences. The district’s summer camps are designed to provide local youth with […]
Westbound I-74 Ramp to Southbound I-57 in Champaign Closing for Months Due to Construction
The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has announced a significant road closure that will impact drivers in Champaign. The westbound Interstate 74 ramp connecting to southbound I-57 will be closed starting overnight on Sunday. This closure is part of ongoing construction work on the I-74 bridge over I-57 and is […]
Champaign County Housing Market Shows Mixed Signals in January 2025
The Champaign County housing market kicked off 2025 with a complex landscape, characterized by rising prices and tight inventory despite a slight dip in sales. According to a recent report from the Champaign County Association of REALTORS® (CCAR), the area experienced both challenges and opportunities for buyers and sellers alike. Key […]
Carle Health Announces Discontinuation of Regional Insurance Plans
Carle Health has announced that its subsidiaries Health Alliance and FirstCarolinaCare will cease operations for all lines of business except Medicare Advantage, effective January 1, 2026. The decision comes as a result of significant changes in the health insurance industry, particularly affecting provider-owned insurers. Key Points Reasons for Discontinuation: Timeline […]