The Culpepper and Merriweather Circus will visit Homer, Ill. on August 16 with two 90-minute shows at 5 and 7 p.m. The circus tent will be raised behind the Village Hall building at 9:30 a.m. Community members are invited to join, learn about life on the road, see the animals […]
The Village of Homer will hold a special meeting tonight to accept the resignation of Mayor Jeremy Richards and appoint a new mayor. According to the Village of Homer’s Facebook page, Jim White will become mayor until April when the position will be on the ballot for a partial two-year […]
Finding support in a mental health crisis is now easier with a national network of more than 200 crisis centers which can be accessed by dialing 988. The three-digit, nationwide phone number will direct callers and texters to the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline where healthcare professionals will be available […]
The cost of everything seems to be rising—and for Ameren customers, electricity prices will go up again beginning June 1. According to a press release, Ameren cites inflation, the war in Ukraine, increased consumption and the closure of coal-fired electric generation facilities have caused a shortage in energy availability. The […]
My Facebook and Instagram feed tonight is the same as everyone else’s. You’ve sent your thoughts and prayers; posted a graphic of the state of Texas with a heart; talked about how heartbroken you are for the children and parents; made a passing mention of the Black and Asian Americans […]
Early voting will begin May 19 at the Brookens Admin Building in Champaign County. “While I am strongly encouraging voters to utilize vote by mail, I’m also giving voters plenty of options to vote early/in-person”, said Champaign County Clerk and Recorder, Aaron Ammons said in a press release. The Clerk […]
Carle Clinic will host COVID-19 booster clinics in Champaign-Urbana during the first two weeks in May for those looking to get their first or second booster shot. Anyone who is eligible for a first or second dose booster can schedule time at either the Carle Champaign on Curtis clinic or […]
In recognition of International Dark Sky Week, the Champaign County Forest Preserve District and the Champaign-Urbana Astronomical Society are joining with other partners to raise awareness about light pollution and its impact on the environment. Light pollution can come in one of four forms. “Glare” occurs when unwanted light shines […]
Most taxpayers in Illinois will see some relief within the fiscal year 2023 budget. Signed on Tuesday, the 2023 budget includes $1.83 billion in tax relief for working families, including direct checks and suspension of tax on gas and groceries. Independent filers in 2021 who made under $200,000 will receive […]
Country-music artist Randy Houser will headline the 2022 Mahomet Music Festival on August 27 after performances by rising-country stars Drew Green and Mahomet native Onoleigh (Pommier). Houser racked up three consecutive No. 1 hits with his album, How Country Feels, plus earned critical acclaim for his powerful delivery of the Top […]
