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While many Americans across the nation are preparing to celebrate America’s 250th birthday, members of the Beer Enthusiasts of America set their sights eastward across the Atlantic. On Thursday, …
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by Cameron Streitmatter
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7/2/26
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Voting is currently taking place for the annual Nokomis Homecoming Association Cutest Baby Contest.
The contest is sponsored by the Nokomis chapter of Beta Sigma Phi-Chi Upsilon and all proceeds …
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7/2/26
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Hillsboro Public Library will be hosting Mad Science, an engaging STEM based program, on Thursday, July 9, at 2 p.m. This event does not require advanced sign up.
Mad Science will plant the seed …
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7/2/26
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At approximately 1:42 a.m. on Sunday, June 28, the Litchfield Fire Department was dispatched to the 200 block of West Water Street for a reported structure fire. While units were responding, …
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7/2/26
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The Raymond Celebration Committee met in June to discuss the parade theme that was selected by the public. The theme of this year’s Raymond Celebration parade will be “250 Years of Red, White and …
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7/2/26
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The 2026 Camren’s Classic Wiffle Ball Tournament will take place Sunday, July 12, on the North Diamond at the Nokomis Memorial Park located on North Cedar St. Play will begin at noon with four …
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7/2/26
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Colorful Hawaiian shirts and grass skirts filled the room at the Hillsboro Methodist Church for the fifth annual CEFS Volunteer Appreciation Dinner that was held on Tuesday, June 23. The evening …
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7/2/26
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Diskey the Wonder Dog will be continuing her Midwest tour by stopping at the Hillsboro Library on Tuesday, July 7 from 3 to 5 p.m. This event requires no sign up and is open to the public. Diskey and …
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7/2/26
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Over the weekend (June 26-28), the spirit of patriotism and community passed directly through Illinois, just north of Lincoln, as the nationwide Relay For America made its local debut. …
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7/2/26
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A second round of pageants was all glitz and glamour on Thursday, June 25, at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds in Butler. Dahlia Maass of Hillsboro was crowned the 2026 Junior Miss Montgomery County …
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6/29/26
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As the total board was changed one last time, Montgomery County Cancer Association volunteers announced they raised $365,560 this past year to help local residents battling cancer, as well as …
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6/29/26
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If you couldn't find something to do at the Montgomery County Fair, you probably didn't look very hard. Even with a little rain throughout the weekend, the modern day gladiators of the demolition …
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6/29/26
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After reciting the Pledge of Allegiance and a word of prayer, the Witt Council members began their monthly meeting agenda at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, June 23.
Mayor pro tem Sean Cady, Alderpersons …
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6/29/26
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The City of Litchfield is hosting America’s 250th Fourth of July celebration with food, live music, a kids foam and bubble party, and a fireworks display on Saturday, July 4, at Lake Lou Yaeger.
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6/29/26
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The Montgomery County 4-H Poultry Show was held on Tuesday, June 23, at the County Fairgrounds in Butler. 4-H members Lynnia Barrett, Evan Cobetto, Kelby Cobetto, Jase Cooper, Mason Cooper, Amasa …
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6/29/26
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Members of Montgomery County 4-H showcased dairy cattle as part of the annual 4-H dairy show, held on Tuesday, June 23, at the County Fairgrounds in Butler. Participants include Tatum Bauman, Brenley …
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6/29/26
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Local author Kayla Adkins, a 2011 graduate of Lincolnwood High School, released her debut fantasy adventure novel, The Legend of the Corgi, on Saturday, June 20. Adkins recently stopped by Doyle …
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6/29/26
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Members of the Village of Taylor Springs Board convened for their monthly meeting on Tuesday, June 16, at Village Hall. Acting Village President Jody Jackson called the meeting to order at 6 p.m. …
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6/29/26
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As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, the national podcast Everything is a Primary Source will make a featured stop in Litchfield on Tuesday, June 30, at The Litchfield Museum and …
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6/29/26
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The Christiana Tillson Chapter of the NSDAR in cooperation with The Journal-News will be providing a monthly article pertaining to the build up to the Revolutionary War. The articles are for …
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6/29/26
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