Photo and Article by Fred Kroner John Seversen’s life serves as a double anomaly. The Mahomet resident has worked for the same company (Lawson Products, Inc.) for 47 years. What’s even more unique is how he was paid: Seversen has always worked on a straight commission. His status will change […]
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MAYC Blast Session II Information
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MSHS Soccer advances in Regional play
The Bulldogs opened IHSA Regional play with a 6-0 victory over Rantoul. Senior Kerry Lippold Jr. opened the scoring a few minutes into the game, assisted by Ethan Mansfield. Trevor Burgess was able to pick up two goals and an assist on the night. Bryan Retallick was able to find […]
Growing season never ends for Reallustrations owner Renee Pride
Real estate. It has been enough to keep Reallustrations Owner Renee Pride excited about her work each day for over 20 years. Pride, who is also the Executive Director of the Homebuilders Association of East Central Illinois, began her professional journey in a real estate office during high school. Since […]
Growing season never ends for Reallustrations owner Renee Pride
Real estate. It has been enough to keep Reallustrations Owner Renee Pride excited about her work each day for over 20 years. Pride, who is also the Executive Director of the Homebuilders Association of East Central Illinois, began her professional journey in a real estate office during high school. Since […]
Changes to 2017 Dawg Walk raise questions about future of fundraiser
BY DANI TIETZ dani@mahometnews.com Mahomet, Ill. – Raising between $80,000 and $100,000 in a week’s time, the Dawg Walk has been a fundraiser that is envied by surrounding school districts. And for Mahomet-Seymour Elementary students, the Dawg Walk celebration, which includes a walk, dancing and popsicles, is one of the […]
Teacher Spotlight: MSJSH Sixth-grade Math Teacher Jimmy Lanphear
Teaching wasn’t on Jimmy Lanphear’s radar. But when some trusted leaders told Lanphear he might be a good teacher before he graduated high school, he thought maybe he could teach while he was working to become an athletic director. Math, on the other hand, was just something he was good […]
Both MSJHS teams finish in top 20 at IESA State
With over 125 schools that started the trek to the state meet back in August, both of the MSJHS Bulldog teams finished the season in the top 20 at the IESA State meet Saturday. The girls’ team placed 16th, while the boys’ team placed 19th at the state meet. A […]
7 Must-Dos in Estate Planning
An estate plan legally ensures your family is taken care of and your financial goals are met after you’re gone. But the majority of Americans—including those with families—aren’t prepared. According to LexisNexis, 64 percent of people don’t have a will and 55 percent of individuals with children don’t either. Whether […]
Mahomet Halloween Guide
Join host Burgwald Eye Center and dozens of other businesses for Trunk or Treat on Main Street in downtown Mahomet on October 27 from 6 to 8 p.m. Burgwald will host a best costume contest and a best decorated trunk contest. Questions and registration should be directed to 217.586.1726. […]
