Urbana School District 116 (USD116) will once again offer free meals to all children 18 years old and younger during the summer months through its annual Summer Meal Program. The initiative, running from June through mid-July 2025, is designed to ensure that local youth have consistent access to nutritious food […]
By FRED KRONER fred@mahometnews.com They may not be changing the entire world, but several Mahomet women are diligently pursuing the cause. The latest project for members of the Mahomet Persisterhood organization is the second musical benefit to support Planned Parenthood of Illinois. The outdoor event will be held at the […]
Families and fishing enthusiasts are invited to enjoy a morning of free fishing fun at the annual “Take Me Fishing” event, set for Saturday, May 24, 2025, from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the Activity Center in the Middle Fork River Forest Preserve. The event, organized by the Champaign County […]
Food insecurity has reached alarming levels in central Illinois, with recent data showing that more than 13% of residents in the region struggle to access enough food. The latest “Map the Meal Gap” report from Feeding America and the Eastern Illinois Foodbank (EIF) highlights a growing crisis, driven by rising […]
The Village Board of St. Joseph will review minutes of the April 29 Special Board meeting about the development of a TIF District on May 13. The board minutes are on the consent agenda. A TIF district is a tool used by municipalities to redevelop areas that are considered blighted […]
The City of Urbana’s beloved Market at the Square launched its 2025 season on Saturday, May 3, marking its 46th year as one of Illinois’ premier farmers markets. The market, now located outdoors in the parking lot at the corner of Illinois and Vine Streets, will be open every Saturday […]
Champaign County Forest Preserves’ popular Trail Challenge is back for 2025, inviting outdoor enthusiasts to discover every hiking trail the Champaign County Forest Preserves has to offer. This year, the focus shifts from logging miles to exploring all 31 unique trails spread across the county’s scenic preserves. From May 1 […]
The U.S. House of Representatives is set to vote on the “IGO Anti-Boycott Act” (H.R. 867) on May 5. The bill, sponsored by Representatives Mike Lawler (R-NY) and Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ), aims to expand existing U.S. anti-boycott laws to include boycotts promoted by international governmental organizations (IGOs), such as the […]
The St. Joseph-Ogden (SJO) High School Drama Program is set to cap off a powerful theatrical season with its Spring Fundraiser Showcase, Raise Your Voice, on Saturday, May 10th at 7 p.m. in the SJO High School auditorium. Admission is free, with donations at the door strongly encouraged to support the […]
Centennial Park in Champaign will transform into a wonderland of wheels and sirens on Wednesday, May 14, as families gather for the annual Touch-A-Truck Day. The event, running from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., invites children to climb aboard, honk horns, and explore a variety of large vehicles, including tow […]
