By Fred Kroner All five starters on a 25-win Oakwood boys’ basketball team earned recognition on one of the all-Vermilion County teams that were selected by the coaches. The 10-player first team featured Alec Harrison and Jackson Dudley. The eight-player second team included Carsen Dudley and Brody Taflinger. The six-player […]
By Fred Kroner Seniors Addison Frick and Addy Martinie, who combined to score 733 points this season, were both chosen to the Illini Prairie Conference’s girls’ basketball all-league first team. Six players were chosen for the first team. Frick and Martinie combined to lead the 17-12 Spartans in scoring in […]
By FRED KRONER Fred@mahometnews.com Boys’ basketball coaches in the Illini Prairie Conference selected six players to the all-conference first team, another six for the second team and a third set of six to the honorable mention list. St. Joseph-Ogden had one representative on each of the three units. Every player […]
The Vermilion County Conservation District is thrilled to announce that registration for its highly anticipated 2024 Summer Camp Programs is now open! Offering a rich blend of educational and recreational activities, these camps are a perfect getaway for children eager to explore the wonders of nature. Nestled within the sprawling […]
The Champaign County Forest Preserve is thrilled to announce its 2024 summer camp programs, inviting children and teens to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature and the richness of history. With registration opening on March 6 at 8:00am, these camps promise a summer filled with exploration, learning, and unforgettable […]
By FRED KRONER fred@mahometnews.com St. Joseph’s seventh-grade volleyball team earned a berth in the IESA Class 3A state quarterfinals for the second consecutive year with a three-set triumph on Monday (March 4) at Iroquois West over Watseka. The Panthers posted a 25-13, 18-25, 25-17 victory for their sixth consecutive victory. […]
By FRED KRONER Fred@mahometnews.com St. Joseph-Ogden’s boys’ basketball team finished one win short of reaching the 2024 Elite Eight in Class 2A. The Spartans, ranked 11th in the final state poll, suffered a 61-55 overtime loss to Teutopolis on Friday (March 1) in the championship game of the Shelbyville Sectional. […]
By Melissa Eaton, MBA, RPSGT, Christie Clinic In the fast-paced world we live in, establishing a good sleep routine often takes a back seat to the demands of daily life. However, the importance of quality sleep cannot be overstated, as it plays a crucial role in maintaining overall health and […]
By Zainab Susi Am I halfway done or do I still have half of my life to live? It all depends on how we look at it, our perspective, right? I just celebrated my birthday. Where did time go by? I can close my eyes and see my entire life […]
By PETER HANCOCKCapitol News Illinoisphancock@capitolnewsillinois.com SPRINGFIELD – A Cook County judge on Wednesday ordered former President Donald Trump’s name to be removed from the March 19 Republican primary ballot but stayed her order until Friday to give time for an appeal to the Illinois Supreme Court. In a lengthy decision, […]
