This weekend, history enthusiasts and families alike will have the opportunity to step back in time at the Forest Glen Preserve, which will host the Vermilion Valley Encampment, a Revolutionary War reenactment. The two-day event, running from Saturday, September 28, to Sunday, September 29, will feature live demonstrations, period fashion […]
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Midwest Food Bank Mobilizes Disaster Relief Efforts Ahead of Hurricane Helene
As Hurricane Helene bears down on the southeastern United States, Midwest Food Bank is mobilizing its disaster relief teams across its various locations to prepare for the anticipated widespread power outages and water shortages. The nonprofit organization is working closely with other agencies to ensure food and essential supplies are […]
Christie Clinic Photos: Oakwood Soccer 2024
This photo album of the Oakwood Soccer team is brought to you by Christie Clinic. The photos were taken by Amanda Sullivan Wells. To view the entire album visit: https://sjodaily.smugmug.com/Oakwood-soccer-2024.
St. Joseph-Ogden Volleyball Rallies Past Marshall for Five-Set Victory, Falls to Unity in Non-Conference Play
By FRED KRONER fred@mahometdaily.com For the second time this season, the St. Joseph-Ogden volleyball team rallied from a one-set deficit to collect a non-conference victory. On Monday (Sept. 23), the Spartans rallied against visiting Marshall and posted a 24-26, 25-13, 25-20 victory. Emma McKinney recorded a sparkling performance, handing out […]
Champaign-Urbana Public Health District Now Offering COVID-19 and Flu Vaccines for 2024-2025 Season
The Champaign-Urbana Public Health District (CUPHD) has announced that both COVID-19 and flu vaccines are now available for the 2024-2025 season, urging residents to get vaccinated to stay protected during the upcoming fall and winter months. With respiratory viruses like influenza and COVID-19 expected to circulate, CUPHD emphasizes the importance […]
Buffalo Trace Whiskey Hike Returns October 20 to Benefit Forest Preserve Friends Foundation
The Forest Preserve Friends Foundation and Watson’s Shack & Rail are excited to invite you to the Buffalo Trace Whiskey Hike on Sunday, October 20, from 2-4 PM at the Buffalo Trace Trail, located in Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve. This unique fundraising event allows participants to enjoy the […]
Ames Leads SJ-O Golf with Top-20 Finish at Paris Invitational, Team Secures Sixth Place
By Fred Kroner Trevor Ames shot an 86 to lead the St. Joseph-Ogden golf team on Saturday (Sept. 21) at the 13-school Paris Invitational. Ames had a top-20 finish individually and SJ-O ended in sixth place with a team score of 359. Asher Pruemer carded an 89 for the Spartans. […]
Acosta’s Hat Trick Powers SJ-O Soccer to Dominant 7-1 Victory Over Chillicothe IVC
By Fred Kroner For the fourth consecutive game, a St. Joseph-Ogden soccer player recorded a hat trick on Saturday (Sept. 21) in a 7-1 win at home on Dick Duval Field over Chillicothe IVC. Alex Acosta led the offensive attack. He logged three assists in addition to his three-goal performance. […]
Franzen and Bressner Lead SJ-O with Top-3 Finishes at Peoria Notre Dame Invitational
By Fred Kroner St. Joseph-Ogden teammates Savanna Franzen and Grace Bressner ran second and third, respectively, on Saturday (Sept. 21) in the open division of the 540-runner Peoria Notre Dame Richard Spring girls’ cross-country invitational at Peoria’s Detweiller Park. Franzen covered the 3-mile layout in 18 minutes, 24.83 seconds. Bressner […]
Fisher and Retz Lead SJ-O with Top-15 Finishes at Peoria Notre Dame Invitational
By Fred Kroner St. Joseph-Ogden runners Jack Fisher and Lance Retz secured top-15 finishes on Saturday (Sept. 21) in the open division of the 665-runner Peoria Notre Dame Richard Spring boys’ cross-country invitational at Peoria’s Detweiller Park. Fisher ran the 3-mile course in 16 minutes, 7.75 seconds and placed fifth. […]