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The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) is reminding senior homeowners of the Senior Citizens Real Estate Tax Deferral Program, which has been expanded thanks to legislation signed by Governor JB …
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12/22/25
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Mayor Tim Taylor called the latest meeting of the Witt City Council to order on Tuesday evening, Dec. 16. After reciting the Pledge of Allegiance and a word of prayer, the council tackled their …
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by Isaiah Atkins
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12/22/25
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Eric Roach of Hillsboro requested that a Special Use Permit be issued for property he and his wife own at 222 North Hamilton Street, a property in a residential area zoned R2. …
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by Ron Deabenderfer
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12/22/25
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With the holidays just around the corner, Journal-News subscribers should take note of our adjusted publishing schedule. Next week, our Monday, Dec. 22, paper will be published as usual, but our …
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12/22/25
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Hello, Panthers!
It is almost Christmas time! Hopefully everyone is enjoying the beginning of their winter break!
Last week, the boys basketball headed into the holiday season strong, …
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by Alli Frerichs at Litchfield
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12/22/25
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Mid-State Special Education (MSSE) recently awarded four employees with the “Making a Difference Award”. This award is reserved for those who don’t just educate, but who inspire, who nurture, …
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12/22/25
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In anticipation of the 100th anniversary of legendary Route 66 in 2026, the Illinois State Museum (ISM) has launched an online database of 100 oral histories about the Mother Road. ISM’s Route 66 …
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12/22/25
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Illiinois State Police, in partnership with Hillsboro School District’s School Resource Officer, Frank Kenny, presented a safety education program to the Hillsboro High School driver’s training …
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12/22/25
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At 6:55 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 16, President Denny Bauman called to order the Truth in Taxation hearing and roll was taken. In addition to Bauman, Superintendent Scott Doerr, board members Steve …
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by Randy Rieke
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12/22/25
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Of the 28 agenda items facing the Hillsboro City council when they met on Tuesday, Dec. 16, the issue that drew the most attention was the proposed annexation of 49 parcels of property already within …
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by Ron Deabenderfer
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12/18/25
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It was a long night, but a quick meeting for the Panhandle Board of Education as they met for just 12 minutes in open session, but had two meetings prior to the regular session. The meetings included …
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by Kyle Herschelman
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12/18/25
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Members of the Litchfield School Board voted 4-2 to approve the 2025 property tax levy at their regular board meeting on Tuesday evening, Dec. 16, at the unit office in Litchfield. Voting in favor of …
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by Mary (Galer) Herschelman
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12/18/25
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Children in the PSR program at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Hillsboro shared the true meaning of Christmas with family and friends in a special holiday program on Wednesday evening, Dec. 17. Students …
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12/18/25
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Santa and Mrs. Claus visited Coffeen Fire House on Friday, Dec. 12. Cookies, milk and hot chocolate were provided at the event.
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12/18/25
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Mayor Dennis Held called the latest meeting of the Raymond Village Board to order at 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 15. In attendance were Clerk Denise Downey, Treasurer Sally Broaddus, Jason McCallum, Shawn …
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12/18/25
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Every holiday season, Litchfield Health and Rehab Center, invites community members to drive through its sparkling Christmas light extravaganza. This year, the lights will be brighter than ever. On …
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12/18/25
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Raymond Grade School has announced that the school’s Christmas concerts will be held tonight, Thursday, Dec. 18, at the school. Kindergarten through second grade students are asked to arrive by 6 …
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12/18/25
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St. Louis Church in Nokomis will be hosting a soup and sandwich lunch on Sunday, Jan. 11, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the parish center to benefit the Nokomis Senior Meals program. Due to lack of …
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12/18/25
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The Morrisonville Masonic Lodge hosted a pancake breakfast on Sunday morning, Dec. 7, at the lodge. Pancakes and sausage were served along with biscuits and gravy and omelets. The event raised funds …
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12/18/25
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The Nokomis Lions Club met at Nokomis Town Pump Bowling Alley on Sunday, Dec. 7, at 6:45 p.m. with President Jim Rupert calling the meeting to order. A moment of silence was offered for Mary Jo Funk, …
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12/18/25
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