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Forest Glen Preserve to Host Revolutionary War Reenactment and Pioneer Craft Day

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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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. […]