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Hillsboro High School grad and Coffeen native Justin Kershaw was sworn in as one of the newest members of the Litchfield Fire Department on Thursday, March 16, by Litchfield City Clerk Carol Burke and Fire Chief Adam Pennock.
Litchfield City Council Adds Firefighters Kershaw, Dilks
The two newest members of the Litchfield Fire Department were sworn in by City Clerk Carol Burke on Thursday, March 16, during the Litchfield City Council meeting. Fire Chief Adam Pennock … more
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Hillsboro Committee Hears Report About Lakes
Chairman Kyle Hacke, Secretary Dave Strowmatt, Bret Reeves, and newly-appointed member Thomas Reynolds made a quorum for Hillsboro’s Natural Resources Committee when it convened Wednesday … more
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Litchfield Chamber of Commerce welcomed back Chapps with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, March 17. Above are Jessica Vickery and Donna Bradburn (center), Brittany Ronco, Lacey Pfeiffer, Chelsie Childers, Jacob Hudson, Kelly Newingham, and Litchfield Chamber of Commerce Board members, Candi Mazza, Mandy Jewell, Kassidy Paine, President Mike Strubhart and Vice-President Julie Timmermann.
Litchfield Chamber Welcomes Back Chapps
Litchfield Chamber of Commerce welcomed back one of the city’s favorite hangouts, Chapps, with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday afternoon, March 17.   “Congratulations Jess and … more
Bremer Sanctuary Plans Spring, Summer Hikes
Stewards at Bremer Sanctuary in Hillsboro have planned two upcoming Spring and Summer Bird Hikes for the community to enjoy. The Spring Hike will be held Saturday, April 8, beginning at 7 a.m. … more
State Supreme Court Hears Arguments In SAFE-T Act Suit
The state’s highest court heard arguments Tuesday in a case that could drastically alter the legal landscape for criminal defendants who are incarcerated as they await trial. It’s the … more
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Roger Blankenship officially retired from the First National Bank of Nokomis Board of Directors on Thursday, March 8. Above, are Steve Johnson and Roger Blankenship.
First National Bank Says Goodbye To Blankenship
Roger Blankenship retired from the First National Bank of Nokomis Board of Directors, during their meeting on Thursday, March 8. Blankenship has been on the board longer than anyone in the … more
“Build a better mousetrap, and the world will beat a path to your door,” the old saying goes, but even more so if that “mousetrap” launches a rocket across the room. Beckemeyer School fifth graders who placed fourth at a Rube Goldberg competition at Lincoln Land Community College demonstrated their device for members of the Hillsboro School Board at their Tuesday, March 14, meeting to the amazement of both board members and the audience.
Hillsboro Board Applauds Fourth Place Fifth Grade Team
The Tuesday, March 14, Hillsboro School Board meeting began with a demonstration from Beckemeyer fifth grade students who placed fourth at a STEM competition at Lincoln Land Community … more
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Pipeline, ARPA Funding On County Agenda
It was a long agenda as members of the Montgomery County Board discussed a variety of items, including the county's rules of order, sidewalks, ARPA funding and a new supervisor of assessments. All … more
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Nokomis Council Approves City’s Loan Disbursements
Funds will begin to flow to the City of Nokomis for the continued work on the city’s water systems after action taken by the city council at its regular meeting on Monday, March … more
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Schram City Searching For Summer Help
It was a longer meeting than usual for members of the Schram City Village Board as they gathered on Monday evening, March 13, at the village hall. Trustee Dalton King was absent this … more
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Trustees Discuss Plan To Stop Car Break-Ins
Implementing a plan regarding the recent surge of car break-ins was top priority for Raymond Village Board  trustees during their regular meeting on Monday night, March 6.  The board … more
Frayer Sentenced In 2020 Witt Shooting
A Witt man was sentenced to six years in prison on Tuesday afternoon, March 14, in Montgomery County Circuit Court in the Aug. 2, 2020 death of Jason S. Newell, 36, of Springfield. Allan J. … more
After 37 years of practicing Illinois law, Circuit Judge James “Jim” Roberts officially hung up his judicial gown and put down his gavel on Tuesday, March 14, retiring from the 4th Judicial Circuit.
Judge Roberts Retires After Nearly 40 Years Of Law
For nearly 40 years, Judge James “Jim” Roberts has been practicing law, whether defending an individual or presiding over court proceedings, and serving the citizens of Montgomery … more
Litchfield Chamber Plans Candidate Forum
With the consolidated April 4 election just a few weeks away, members of the Litchfield Chamber of Commerce are helping voters meet some of the candidates for local office in the Litchfield … more
Flossie Pierce will celebrate her 105th birthday on Sunday, March 26.
Flossie Dances Her Way Through Life
“The secret to a long life is to keep moving. And having a little fun while you are doing it doesn’t hurt,” said Florence “Flossie” Pierce, who will celebrate her 105th … more
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Threatening Graffiti Found In Hillsboro Junior High School Stalls
Classes were held without incident on Friday, March 10, after threatening graffiti was discovered on two stalls in a restroom at the Hillsboro Junior High School on Thursday. The message, … more
Deadline To Add Veterans To Memorial Set For May
War Veterans with ties to the Litchfield and surrounding area have until Friday, May 12, to have their names added to the Litchfield Area Veterans Memorial by Memorial Day 2023, according to … more
Honor Local Providers On Doctors' Day
 HSHS St. Francis Foundation encourages the community to help them celebrate local providers for Doctors’ Day, on Thursday, March 30. “Doctors dedicate their lives to the care of … more
Many girls gathered at My Formals in Litchfield for an opportunity to be assisted by renowned designer Johnathan Kayne, who visited the retailer Saturday, March 4 and Sunday, March 5, to help them choose the perfect prom dress. Each year, Kayne visits retailers throughout the country in an effort to raise funds for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Pictured above, Maya Kaemmerer of Belleville, who is gearing up for her junior prom, is astonished at the gorgeous royal blue gown she and the designer chose to compliment her frame.
Isn't She Lovely?
It was all glitz and glamour at My Formals in Litchfield this past weekend, March 4-5, as co-owners Katy Brumm Pederson and Lisa Brumm hosted Project Runaway Contestant, TV Celebrity and … more
Hillsboro Council Purchases New Police Cameras
Hillsboro’s City Council took a step towards modernizing the city’s police force Tuesday evening, March 7, when they agreed to purchase a security camera package from Utilitra, a tech … more
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