Mahomet-Seymour News
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Tabeling Seeks $1.5M in Incentives for Mahomet Hotel Development, April agreement remains in place
The Village of Mahomet Board of Trustees will look at an additional…
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Local Election Results: M-S Referendum Fails
According to unofficial election results from the Champaign County Clerk’s office: The…
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Voting Resumes in Champaign County Following Technical Issue; Clerk Seeks Extended Hours Until 9 PM
Technical issues have been resolved and the Clerk’s office and election judges…
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Champaign County Voters Face Disruptions Due to Widespread Network Issues
Update (9:53 a.m.): Technical issues have been resolved and the Clerk’s office…
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Tuesday’s PNZ Meeting moved to Cornbelt
The location of the Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting on Tuesday, November…
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Contractors Among Top Donors for Mahomet-Seymour Schools $112M Referendum
As voters in the Mahomet-Seymour School District prepare to weigh in on…
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Mahomet’s Plan and Zoning Commission to Review Proposal for Travel Centers of America Facility
The Village of Mahomet’s Plan and Zoning Commission (PZC) is set to…
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Illinois School Districts Gain New Flexibility for Building Projects Under New Law
Illinois school districts are poised to see significant changes in how they…
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A Deep Dive into Mahomet’s Tax Increment Financing Impact on the 2024 Mahomet-Seymour Referendum
How does a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district operate? A Tax Increment…
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New Business District Tax to Begin in Mahomet in January 2025
Residents and visitors to Mahomet should expect to see a new 1.0%…
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Champaign County Board to Hold Referendum on Eliminating County Auditor Position
On August 15, 2024, the Champaign County Board passed Resolution No. 2024-179,…
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Champaign County Voters Face Decision on Sales Tax Increase for Public Safety
Champaign County voters will soon decide whether to raise the county’s Public…
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Early Voting in Champaign County: Key Information and Locations
Early voting is now open county-wide for the 2024 election in Champaign…
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Exploring Alternatives: Options Beyond the $112.8M Referendum for Mahomet-Seymour School District’s Growing Space Needs
Mahomet-Seymour School District constituents may be stuck between a rock and a…
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Mahomet-Seymour School District Enrollment Projections Fall Short: Rapid Growth Outpaces 2030 Forecasts
*This article has been updated to reflect a mathmatical mistake in the…
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Mahomet-Seymour’s $112.8M Referendum: Will New Schools Meet Future Capacity Needs?
Here are the top points from the article: Capacity concerns have been…
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Mahomet-Seymour’s $112.8 Million Referendum: Understanding the Financial Impact on Homeowners Over the Next 20 Years
Here are the top points from the article: Monthly Tax Increase: The…
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How the 2024 Referendum Could Affect Mahomet-Seymour Homeowners: Understanding Property Assessments
Here are the top points of the article: 2023 Tax Increase: Many…
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American Red Cross Urges Blood Donations Amid Critical Shortage
As September unfolds, the American Red Cross is issuing an urgent call…
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Christie Clinic Offers Drive-Thru Flu Clinics for 2024 Season
With flu season approaching, Christie Clinic is hosting several Drive-Thru Flu Clinics,…
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Work at I-72/57 interchange begins Sept. 9
The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that construction at the Interstate 72/57…
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Mahomet-Seymour School District Proposes $112 Million Bond for New Schools
On November 5, the Mahomet-Seymour School District will seek voter approval for…
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Real Estate Industry Undergoes Significant Changes: What It Means for Realtors, Buyers, and Sellers
As of August 17, 2024, the real estate industry has experienced significant…
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Illinois Opens State Flag Design Contest
The Illinois Flag Commission is inviting the public to participate in a…
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Mahomet Public Library takes time to plan for facility expansion
The Mahomet Public Library is planning a $7.4 million expansion to accommodate…
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Mahomet-Seymour Girls’ Tennis Dominates Season Opener with 8-1 Victory Over Mount Zion
By FRED KRONER fred@mahometnews.com In its season-opening match, the Mahomet-Seymour girls’ tennis…
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Illinois Bans Corporal Punishment in All Schools
Illinois will become the fifth U.S. state to prohibit corporal punishment in…
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Pritzker Signs Bills to Protect Reproductive Rights, Expand Emergency Care Access for Pregnant Women
Gov. JB Pritzker has signed a series of bills designed to safeguard…
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Illinois Residents Can Soon Carry Digital Driver’s Licenses
Illinois residents will soon be able to carry digital versions of their…
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Gov. JB Pritzker Signs Law to Protect Tenants from Retaliation
Gov. JB Pritzker signed a bill into law Friday to prohibit landlords…
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Illinois Law Caps Monthly Cost of Prescription Inhalers at $25
Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed a bill on Friday that will cap the…
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Petition Seeks Ban on Carbon Sequestration Projects Threatening Mahomet Aquifer
A petition launched by Prairie Rivers Network aims to halt proposed carbon…
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Illinois Governor Signs Landmark Legislation Expanding Fertility Treatment/Menopause Coverage
Governor J.B. Pritzker signed groundbreaking legislation on Friday mandating insurance companies in…
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Governor JB Pritzker Signs Law Eliminating Illinois’ Grocery Tax Starting in 2026
Governor JB Pritzker signed legislation on Monday to eliminate Illinois’ 1% tax…
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Public Outcry Over Illinois American Water Rate Hike to be Addressed at ICC Forums
This week, residents of Champaign and surrounding areas will have a significant…
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Pritzker Signs SAFE CCS Act: New Carbon Capture Regulations and Pipeline Moratorium in Illinois
Governor JB Pritzker has signed the Safety and Aid for the Environment…
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Pritzker and Rose Praise Biden-Harris Administration’s $51 Million Award to iFAB Tech Hub
The U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) announced Tuesday that Illinois has secured…
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Midwest Heat Wave: Safety Measures and Advice Amid Soaring Temperatures
As the Midwest prepares for a blistering heat wave, residents from Kansas…
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Champaign County Home Sales Rise Amidst Nationwide Economic Optimism
The Champaign County area has recorded a 12 percent increase in home…
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Summer Lunch Programs and SUN Bucks: Nutritional Support for Champaign County’s Youth
As summer approaches, ensuring that children continue to receive nutritious meals is…
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Lawmakers move to pause – then further regulate – carbon dioxide pipeline development
By ANDREW ADAMSCapitol News Illinoisaadams@capitolnewsillinois.com SPRINGFIELD – After state regulators rebuffed several…
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Senate Democrats send $53.1B spending plan to House
By JERRY NOWICKICapitol News Illinoisjnowicki@capitolnewsillinois.com Two days after the General Assembly was…
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Major Interchange Closure Announced in Champaign Amid Ongoing Reconstruction
Motorists who regularly travel through the interchange between Interstate 74 and Interstate…
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Mahomet-Seymour Facility Committee indicates support for new elementary school with junior high renovation or rebuild
After three meetings this year, the Mahomet-Seymour Facilities Committee indicated support for…
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Champaign County Faces Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever Case: Public Urged to Take Precaution
The Champaign-Urbana Public Health District (CUPHD) has announced the confirmation of a…
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Preserving Pathways: Champaign County Forest Preserves Seek $100,000 for Trail Enhancements
In the heart of Illinois, the Champaign County Forest Preserves serve as…
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2024 Best U.S. High Schools Report: Mahomet-Seymour High School Analysis
The latest rankings from the U.S. News Best High Schools have been…
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DMV facilities experiencing a nationwide network outage
DMV facilities across the country are experiencing a nationwide network outage. At…
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Champaign County Voters Prepare for 2024 Primary Election on March 19
The final day to vote in the 2024 Illinois primary election is…
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With recession fears subsiding, new state economic forecast expects ‘firm but steady growth’
By JERRY NOWICKI Capitol News Illinoisjnowicki@capitolnewsillinois.com SPRINGFIELD – The state’s two main…