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Commentary: The Introvert

By Dani Tietzdani@mahometnews.com I saw a friend the other day who asked how I am doing.  It’s not an unusual question, but one that I rarely take time to answer honestly. “I’m fine,” or “I’m good,” I usually say.  I didn’t delve into a huge confession about my state of […]

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Pritzker says COVID-19 spread slowing

Gov. J.B. Pritzker said there is more evidence that Illinois is making progress in its response to COVID-19. Pritzker said the Illinois doubling rate, the number of days it takes to case counts, hospitalizations or deaths, is decreasing. At the end of March, the cases were doubling every two days, […]

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Mahomet Restaurant Specials April 14 to 20

Each week the Mahomet Daily will contact local business owners to get updated on options, hours and specials until the COVID-19 restrictions are over. We hope that you will continue to support all local businesses who are opening their doors and hearts to you. Arby’s Mahomet: Continues to utilize drive-thru […]

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House Republicans call for beefing up state’s unemployment system

Pritzker says agency is coping with unprecedented number of jobless claims By PETER HANCOCKCapitol News Illinoisphancock@capitolnewsillinois.com SPRINGFIELD – Illinois House Republicans on Monday called on Gov. JB Pritzker to do more to handle the unprecedented volume of new claims for unemployment benefits coming into the Illinois Department of Employment Security, […]