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Education bill to revamp social studies classes

By PETER HANCOCKCapitol News Illinoisphancock@capitolnewsillinois.com SPRINGFIELD – Social studies classes in Illinois public schools are about to get a major overhaul, with more emphasis on Black history and the contributions of other underrepresented groups to American culture. In addition, within the next few years, all school districts in the state […]

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Urbana Park District will begin opening in-person programming after covid-19 numbers improve

With health officials moving our region into Tier One, of the “Restore Illinois” covid-19 protocol, Urbana Park District will begin opening its buildings and will begin in-person programming. “We are glad to open our buildings and begin in-person programs,” said Corky Emberson, Superintendent of Recreation. “When people come to our […]

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Mahomet-Seymour Speech team places fourth at Winter Speech Tournament

The Mahomet-Seymour Speech Team finished in fourth place out of 18 schools at the Mahomet-Seymour Winter Speech Tournament on January 16. Seventeen Bulldog participants showcased their talents in the 13-event speech tournament. Submitted video recordings were viewed and ranked by speech judges from across the state. The highest-ranking performances advanced […]