Superintendent Rick Johnston shared a proposed 20-year facility outlook for the Mahomet-Seymour School District with board members on Dec. 4. The plan, which reflects input from staff, administration, school board and community members, bonding consultants and specialized committees, also included a proposed 5-year upgrade and maintenance plan for the current […]
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Busey Bank supports Mahomet Community during the holiday season
In addition to putting up decorations and participating in “Light Up Mahomet,” Busey Bank at 312 E Main St. has a number of way they foster a spirit of giving during the holiday season. Busey Bank has hosted a hat and mitten tree for over 20 years. As employees and […]
Survive the Season!-Lindy Gault, Fitness & Nutrition Coach / Owner, Transform Fitness Studio
It’s the most wonderful time of the year!! For most, it’s also one of the most CHALLENGING times of year when it comes to health and fitness. Tempting treats, holiday parties and busy schedules can wreak havoc on even the most determined people. But allowing yourself to go crazy all […]
Live Nativity set for Sunday
The Mahomet Lutheran Church will present their annual Live Nativity on Sun. from 4 to 7 p.m. in the drive in front of the church. The nativity will include Mary, Joseph, Jesus, Shepards, Kings and angels. Sheep, lambs, a camel and donkey also come from Indiana Loft River Game Farm. […]
MS District seeks community input for Early Childhood Center name
The Mahomet-Seymour School District will accept name suggestions from the Mahomet community for the new Early Childhood Center from Dec. 4 through midnight on Dec. 19. Suggestions should be emailed to namethebuilding@ms.k12.il.us with the individual’s name, address, town and zip code. The Facilities Committee will narrow the suggestions down to […]
Village purchases R&S facility to house Public Works Department
While talks of replacing the 50-year-old Public Works facility has been discussed among Village Board Members for years, the Village voted to save money by purchasing the existing R&S Sales & Service located at 218 S. Lake of the Woods Rd. on Nov. 26. Due to lack of space, equipment […]
Turkey Trot warms up Thanksgiving Day
Frigid temperatures didn’t keep the 334 registrants from participating in the Mahomet Parks and Recreation Department Turkey Trot. Six 32-gallon trash cans with non-perishable food and $90 were also donated to Mahomet Helping Hands.
Mahomet residents gather for Thanksgiving fun
Mahomet residents filled JT Walker’s and The Main Street Wingery on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday to hear local bands or to sing karaoke.
Inspirations brings warmth to holiday season
“Kindness Matters” isn’t just something written on a sign in Mary Everhart’s store. While the walls of Inspirations are lined with gift ideas, home décor and antiques for the community to purchase, owner Everhart has been committed to personalized service in Mahomet for over 20 years. “I think when people […]
MUMC supports Cunningham Children’s home with benefit
The giving season began early for the Mahomet United Methodist Church (MUMC) as they collected over $2600 in monetary donations and gift cards for the Cunningham Children’s Home during their annual fundraising event, Cunningham Connection on Nov. 15. The United Methodist Women of the Illinois Great Rivers Conference (UMW) support the Cunningham […]