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On Saturday, July 25, the Midwest Muscle strongman competition will take place between Elm and Jefferson streets in downtown Mahomet. Beginning at 9:30 a.m., spectators at the free event can witness several traditional strongman challenges while also enjoying CHOP TRUCK for breakfast and lunch, plus touch-a-truck experiences. For those unfamiliar with strongman events, feats of strength include: Truck Pull: athletes will pull a 40-foot truck as fast and/or as far as they can

The Champaign County Forest Preserve District, in partnership with the Upper Sangamon River Conservancy, will host its Summer Splash! event at the Lake of the Woods Peninsula this Saturday, July 25 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. This classic summer event offers a wide array of fun and educational activities for all ages. Here is what you need to know before you go! Can you tell me more about the activities happening at Summer Splash? Fishing takes place between the boat house and the sus

It may feel like summer’s conclusion is fast approaching, but there are still two full weeks of July to enjoy! This week, the Community Calendar is packed with fun programming for Mahomet residents of all ages. On Monday, July 20, Mahomet Parks and Recreation will host a Lego Brick Mania Workshop (10 a.m., MPRD Multipurpose Room, 218 South Lake of the Woods Road). Builders in 1st-5th grades will gather to engage in challenges, learn new techniques, and enjoy free play. Check

Run Mahomet, a local 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon, will take place on Saturday, August 1 (with an option for runners to participate “virtually” in the week before the race). The annual race, in its 31st year, is organized by and benefits the Mahomet Area Youth Club (MAYC), a Mahomet-based non-profit organization that supports local children ages 6-18 and their families. Quick facts: On Friday night at 7 p.m., there is a 1-mile race on Main Street; people are welcome to walk, sp