Mahomet Daily

By FRED KRONER fred@mahometnews.com In Jessi Hurless’ first game as the Mahomet-Seymour girls’ basketball head coach on Thursday (Jan. 11), the Bulldogs dropped a 62-23 decision at home to Springfield Sacred Heart-Griffin. Hurless replaced Tom Garriott, who coached the first 21 M-S games. Garriott resigned, he said, after he “took […]

As East Central Illinois braces for near-zero temperatures this weekend, residents must prepare to protect their homes against freezing pipes. Burst pipes can cause extensive damage and costly repairs, so taking preventative measures is crucial. This comprehensive guide will equip you with the knowledge and steps to keep your pipes […]

The American Red Cross is facing a severe blood shortage, the most critical in the past 20 years, prompting an urgent call for donors in Champaign and across the nation. Currently, the Red Cross blood supply has plummeted to alarmingly low levels, impacting the availability of vital blood and platelet […]

Gage Decker, competing in the 157-pound weight class, has consistently demonstrated his prowess on the mat. His performance at the Sycamore Invitational was a testament to his skills, where he finished fifth with an impressive 4-1 tournament record, including two pins, the quickest in a remarkable time of 1:47. This […]

By FRED KRONER fred@mahometnews.com Adaline Eisenmann scored 13 points and Kylie Waldinger made 11 on Tuesday (Jan. 9) for the Mahomet-Seymour girls’ basketball team, which suffered a 67-47 loss at home against Mattoon. Ellie Dallas and Reese Gallier each connected on three three-point shots and totaled nine points. Sidney Young […]

By Fred Kroner Marco Casillas and Jayvon Tompkins were individual weight-class winners on Saturday (Jan. 6) as the Mahomet-Seymour Junior High wrestling program opened its season at the Bloomington Invitational. Casillas was victorious in the 167-pound class. He posted pins in his first three bouts and prevailed in the finals, […]

By FRED KRONER fred@mahometnews.com Both Mahomet-Seymour Junior High boys’ basketball teams reached the 20-win mark on the same night. The Bulldog eighth-graders overpowered Gibson City-Melvin-Sibley, 53-28, on Monday (Jan. 8) while the M-S seventh-graders pulled off a 60-18 victory. The eighth-graders were led by Tristen Adams (13 points) and Jackson […]

The much-anticipated Mahomet Polar Plunge is set to make a splash at Lake of the Woods on Saturday, February 17, inviting the community to brave the cold for a heartwarming cause. This exhilarating event, known for its festive atmosphere and commitment to charity, is not just a test of endurance […]

By Fred Kroner Mahomet-Seymour’s state-ranked wrestling team placed 12th in the 26-school Sycamore Invitational on Saturday (Jan. 6). The Bulldogs had six athletes finish among the top 10 in their individual weight classes. Gage Decker was fifth at 157 pounds, Colton McClure was seventh at 120 pounds, Talon Decker was […]

By Fred Kroner Owen Kearns was the winner on Saturday (Jan. 6) in the 500-yard freestyle to spark the Mahomet-Seymour boys’ swimming team, which placed fifth in the 17-school Centennial Invitational. Kearns’ time was 4 minutes, 55.51 seconds. He was also the fourth-place finisher in the 200-yard freestyle (1:51.34). Two […]