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Big 10 postpones fall sports
The rumors circulating that the Big 10 would cancel their fall season on Monday afternoon were partially true. Tuesday the Big Ten Conference announced the postponement of the 2020-21 fall sports season, including all regular-season contests and Big Ten Championships and Tournaments, due to ongoing health and safety concerns related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Fall sports included…
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Commentary: Now is the time to come together
By Zainab Susi The coronavirus has brought fears and many unknowns. The impact is definitely everywhere and many people are panicked. I hope and pray for everyone far and near for their safety and good health. This virus doesn’t see skin color, nationality or religion. We Are All In This Together. It’s a good thing…
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Run Mahomet a virtual success
COVID-19 has canceled a lot of events, but the pandemic did not stop 287 runners and walkers from supporting the Mahomet Area Youth Club. The 25th annual Run Mahomet was held virtually on July 31 and Aug. 1. Executive Director Sara Balgoyen extended a “heartfelt thanks” to everyone for coming along even during this time…
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Mahomet Honor Parade Route set for Aug. 29
The Mahomet Lions Club has released the parade route for the 2020 Honor Parade on Aug. 29. The event to honor local first responders, active military and veterans will begin at 9 a.m., leaving from Lincoln Trail Elementary. The 1.7 mile parade will travel south down Division, west on Main, south on Turner, east on…
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Letter to the Editor: Concerned about recent school board meetings
As I sit and watch the Mahomet-Seymour School Board I must say that I am very disappointed in the lack of action that takes place in a meeting, and how decisions that need to be made, are never made. In the search for answers related to COVID-19, there are still hesitations and a “forced agenda”…
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IHSA releases fall cross country guidelines
The IHSA released fall sport-specific guidelines Friday, giving way to cross country to begin practice on Aug. 10 and participate in competitions Aug. 24. All Phase 4 Return to Play Guidelines must be followed during practice and competition, including social distancing of six feet, limiting groups to 50, including participants, coaches, timers, paid/volunteer meet officials,…
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IHSA releases fall girls’ tennis guidelines
The IHSA released fall sport-specific guidelines Friday, giving way to girls’ tennis to begin practice on Aug. 10 and participate in competitions Aug. 20. All Phase 4 Return to Play Guidelines must be followed during practice and competition, including social distancing of six feet, limiting groups to 50, including participants, coaches, timers, paid/volunteer meet officials,…
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IHSA releases fall girls’ swimming and diving guidelines
The IHSA released fall sport-specific guidelines Friday, giving way to girls’ swimming and diving to begin practice on Aug. 10 and participate in competitions Aug. 24. All Phase 4 Return to Play Guidelines must be followed during practice and competition, including social distancing of six feet, limiting groups to 50, including participants, coaches, timers, paid/volunteer…
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IHSA releases fall golf guidelines
The IHSA released fall sport-specific guidelines Friday, giving way to golf to begin practice on Aug. 10 and participate in competitions Aug. 13. All Phase 4 Return to Play Guidelines must be followed during practice and the competition, including social distancing of six feet and limiting groups to 50, including participants, coaches, timers, paid/volunteer meet…
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New IDPH Rules focus on mask enforcement in businesses, schools, and child care establishments
Gov. JB Pritzker has been talking this week about the importance of wearing masks as Illinois’ COVID-19 positive case numbers have risen to four-percent statewide. Pritzker took further action Friday announcing that the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) will file emergency rules for businesses, schools, and child care establishments regarding the use of face…