The holiday season in Mahomet is shining brighter than ever as the 4th annual Hodges and Dodges Christmas LIGHT SHOW will “Marvel” the community on Dec. 13. The much-anticipated MARVELous and Santa Extravaganza promises an unforgettable evening of festive illuminations, holiday cheer, and superhero magic, all for a good cause. […]
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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 redevelopment agreement for a 2.17-acre site near the Interstate 74 exit on Tuesday. This proposal, spearheaded by Hotel PV74, LLC, owned by Shawn Tabeling, includes substantial financial incentives for the development of a that could pave the way […]
Mahomet Public Library Invites Community to “Make & Take Ornaments” Event
The holiday season is the perfect time for creativity and community, and the Mahomet Public Library is bringing both together with its annual Make & Take Ornaments program. On Saturday, December 7, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., the library will host this festive event, offering an opportunity for families, […]
Mahomet Village Christmas Ushers in Holiday Magic with Festive Events and a Parade
The holiday spirit will shine bright in Mahomet as the community gathers for the highly anticipated 2025 Mahomet Village Christmas celebration! Kicking off the season with festive cheer, this two-day event promises fun for all ages with sparkling decorations, delicious food, live entertainment, and cherished holiday traditions. Friday, December 6: […]
Annual Holiday Tradition Returns with “To Grandmother’s House We Go!”
Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve – December 7, 2024 The holiday season comes alive at the Museum of the Grand Prairie on Saturday, December 7, 2024, with the much-loved event “To Grandmother’s House We Go!” From 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, families and friends of all ages are invited […]
Experience the Magic of Night Lights at Mabery Gelvin Botanical Garden
This holiday season, the enchanting Mabery Gelvin Botanical Garden at Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve transforms into a sparkling wonderland during Night Lights, a festive event running Fridays and Saturdays from November 29 to December 21 and on Tuesday, December 24, from 4 to 8 p.m. Hosted by the […]
Freshman Phenom Raegan O’Donnell Shatters Mahomet-Seymour Swimming Records at State Championship
By Fred Kroner Raegan O’Donnell used the IHSA girls’ swimming and diving championship in suburban Chicago to break another Mahomet-Seymour school record. Ending a season where school marks fell in 11 of 12 events, the Bulldog freshman knocked 2.69 seconds off the school standard in the 500-yard freestyle on Friday […]
Mahomet-Seymour Volleyball Makes History: Bulldogs Capture First State Title in Epic Comeback
By FRED KRONER fred@mahometnews.com Mahomet-Seymour’s volleyball team endured an extended round of drama in the early evening hours of Saturday (Nov. 16). It was not the kind of internal strife which can tear a team part. It was the kind that kept their boisterous fans in a constant state of […]
Mahomet Family Dentistry Athlete of the Week: Mahomet-Seymour Volleyball
For the first time in Mahomet-Seymour High School history, the volleyball team is headed to the IHSA Class 3A state tournament. The Bulldogs’ remarkable postseason journey continues today, Nov. 15, as they take on Chicago DePaul Prep in the state semifinals at CEFCU Arena at Illinois State University. Under the […]
Mahomet-Seymour High School Presents Queens: A Haunting Tale of Henry VIII’s Eternal Reckoning
Mahomet-Seymour High School is bringing a haunting tale to the stage this fall with their upcoming production of Queens, an inventive reimagining of King Henry VIII’s legacy, unfolding November 15-17. This 40-45 minute performance explores the darker side of the infamous monarch’s reign as he finds himself ensnared in a […]