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08/20/2024

Illinois will become the fifth U.S. state to prohibit corporal punishment in all schools starting in January, following Gov. J.B. Pritzker's recent signing of a bill. This new law extends the existing 30-year ban on physical discipline, such as paddling and spanking, from public schools to private s...

Thank you to Burgwald Eye Center for helping us highlight Mahomet-Seymour athletes!
08/20/2024

Thank you to Burgwald Eye Center for helping us highlight Mahomet-Seymour athletes!

By FRED KRONER [email protected] It represents a symbol of excellence. Or perhaps a symbol of appreciation and gratitude. Maybe the actual symbol of recognition is more like a tribute to a person whose decades-long tenure in the Mahomet-Seymour school district made an impression on thousands of f...

08/20/2024

❗Heads up- the bridge at the Mabery Gelvin Botanical Gardens will be closed for maintenance this Wednesday through Friday this week for maintenance.
Thanks for your patience and understanding.❗

08/19/2024

The Mahomet-Seymour Junior High Baseball team fought hard to come back from a deficit against Mattoon. Ultimately they lost 5-3, but plays like this made the game fun! Thank you to First State Bank of Forrest-Mahomet Branch for sponsoring our videos!

Thank you to Busey Bank for sponsoring the Bulldog Boxscore!
08/19/2024

Thank you to Busey Bank for sponsoring the Bulldog Boxscore!

By FRED KRONER [email protected] Zach Blumenshine and Miles Rasche shared medalist honors on Thursday (Aug. 15) as the Mahomet-Seymour junior varsity boys’ golf team opened its season with a 168-175 win over Rantoul/Paxton-Buckley-Loda at Willow Pond Golf Course. Blumenshine and Rasche each fir...

08/16/2024

Gov. JB Pritzker has signed a series of bills designed to safeguard access to emergency medical care for pregnant women, strengthen Illinois’ shield laws, and ban discrimination based on reproductive health choices. ““Across the nation we can see extremists are ramping up their efforts to rest...

08/15/2024

I believe everyone should know self-defense.. No dream is too big to achieve. Growing up, I never thought I would be a first degree black belt in Taekwondo. It has helped me in every area of my life and made me a better person. Taekwondo is a very good workout for those trying to lose

08/15/2024

Illinois residents will soon be able to carry digital versions of their driver's licenses, thanks to a new law signed by Gov. JB Pritzker on Monday. House Bill 4592, one of more than 100 bills recently signed by the governor, allows Illinois residents the option of a "mobile Illinois Identification....

08/14/2024

Gov. JB Pritzker signed a bill into law Friday to prohibit landlords from retaliating against their tenants. The new legislation, known as the Landlord Retaliation Act, aims to protect tenants who raise concerns about their living conditions. Under the new law, landlords are banned from terminating....

08/14/2024

As students head back to the classroom, the American Red Cross has issued a safety checklist to ensure students stay safe during their commute. The checklist provides essential tips for parents, students, and drivers. For Younger Students or First-Time School-Goers: Teach them their phone number, ad...

08/12/2024

Champaign County Forest Preserves, in partnership with the Prairie Cycle Club (PCC), will host Pedal the Preserves on August 17. This event encourages outdoor activity and environmental stewardship, aiming to inspire a healthy, active lifestyle while fostering community spirit and awareness about co...

08/12/2024

Mt. Vernon United Methodist Church, situated approximately three miles northwest of Champaign in Hensley Township, will mark its 150th anniversary with a series of events scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 15, Saturday, Aug. 17, and Sunday, Aug. 18. The church is located at 2201 County Road 900 East, Cham...

08/12/2024

Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed a bill on Friday that will cap the monthly cost of prescription inhalers at $25 for people with health insurance. The new law, set to take effect on Jan. 1, 2025, will also prohibit health insurance companies from denying or limiting coverage for these essential medications...

08/12/2024

Mark your calendars for a delightful musical experience with the Champaign County Forest Preserve District. On Saturday, August 17, the serene setting of the Middle Fork River Forest Preserve will come alive with the vibrant sounds of Afro D & Global Soundwaves. This local 6-piece band, known for th...

Thank you to Busey Bank for sponsoring the Bulldog Boxscore!
08/09/2024

Thank you to Busey Bank for sponsoring the Bulldog Boxscore!

By FRED KRONER [email protected] Mahomet teen-ager Reis Claybrooke fired a 69 and won the Lake of the Woods men’s golf club championship on Sunday (Aug. 4). He edged runner-up Andrew Lawson by one stroke for his first club title. Grant Kinkelaar was third (73), followed by Adam Woller (74) and ...

08/09/2024

The Champaign-Urbana Elks Lodge 2497, in collaboration with the Illinois Elks Children’s Care Corporation, will sponsor a free children’s orthopedic assessment clinic on Wednesday, September 11, 2024. The clinic, led by Dr. James McKechnie, will take place from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM at the OSF Chi...

08/09/2024

A petition launched by Prairie Rivers Network aims to halt proposed carbon capture and sequestration (CCS) projects that could jeopardize the Mahomet Aquifer, a crucial water source for nearly one million residents in Central Illinois. The Mahomet Aquifer supplies millions of gallons of water daily....

Thank you to First State Bank of Forrest-Mahomet Branch for helping us provide a fall garage sale list! Check the articl...
08/09/2024

Thank you to First State Bank of Forrest-Mahomet Branch for helping us provide a fall garage sale list! Check the article for submission guidelines!

Village of Mahomet fall garage sales are scheduled for September 13 and 14. The Mahomet Daily will produce a free garage sale guide. For a garage sale listing to be included in the guide, an email with the address, dates/times and description must be delivered to [email protected] by 5 p.m. on Se...

08/07/2024

In a world where a good night's sleep is often taken for granted, Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP) is on a mission to ensure that no child sleeps on the floor. This 501(c)(3) non-profit organization is dedicated to ending child bedlessness across America, one handcrafted bed at a time. With their power...

08/07/2024

Governor J.B. Pritzker signed groundbreaking legislation on Friday mandating insurance companies in Illinois to cover all fertility treatments recommended by doctors. The new law, set to take effect in 2026, removes the bureaucratic hurdles that often force patients to undergo less effective treatme...

08/06/2024
Thank you to Christie Clinic for providing this information!
08/06/2024

Thank you to Christie Clinic for providing this information!

By: Anna Snowden, PA-C, Diplomate Fellow, SDPA, Christie Clinic Department of Dermatology August marks Psoriasis Awareness Month, a crucial time dedicated to shedding light on this chronic autoimmune disease that affects millions of individuals worldwide. This month serves as an opportunity to incre...

Thank you to Busey Bank for sponsoring the Bulldog Boxscore!
07/30/2024

Thank you to Busey Bank for sponsoring the Bulldog Boxscore!

By FRED KRONER [email protected] Mahomet-Seymour senior-to-be Reis Claybrooke broke the tournament record in the Central Illinois Junior Golf Tour event at Lake of the Woods on Thursday (July 25). Claybrooke shot an 18-hole score of 66 to win the boys’ 16-17 age division. Forrest Benson tied th...

07/26/2024

Emotions can be a rollercoaster of uncertainty, especially for pre-teens. But Mahomet’s Cinda Bauman hopes to help children find empathy as they learn to process their emotions with her series of middle-grade books, “Hope & Horses." Bauman’s passion for writing children's books about mental he...

07/23/2024

The Upper Sangamon River Conservancy is partnering with the Champaign County Forest Preserve District to host an exciting and family-friendly event at Lake of the Woods on July 27. This full-day celebration will feature a variety of outdoor activities designed to engage and educate attendees of all....

07/23/2024

The Champaign Park District has announced an exciting event for this holiday season: Mannheim Steamroller, the best-selling Christmas artist of all time, will perform at the historic Virginia Theatre on Sunday, December 29, 2024, at 6:00 P.M. Tickets for the concert range from $59.50 to $125.00, wit...

07/22/2024

This week, residents of Champaign and surrounding areas will have a significant opportunity to voice their frustrations over proposed water and wastewater rate hikes at two public forums scheduled by the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC). Illinois American Water's proposed $152 million rate hike co...

07/22/2024

From the moment he first touched an instrument, Isaac Hanson’s path to musical greatness seemed inevitable. This talented alto saxophonist from Mahomet-Seymour High School has already accumulated a series of prestigious accolades that many musicians only dream of achieving in a lifetime. This week...

07/22/2024

Governor JB Pritzker has signed the Safety and Aid for the Environment in Carbon Capture and Sequestration (SAFE CCS) Act into law, establishing stringent safety requirements and a temporary ban on carbon dioxide pipeline construction in Illinois. The law sets rigorous standards for carbon capture a...

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