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Pickers To Descend On Litchfield
The Litchfield Pickers Market will return from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 14, at downtown Litchfield, starting at 400 North State Street. Hosted by the Litchfield Tourism … more
The Hillsboro School Board honored retirees, from the left, Lisa Lomprez, Kathy Morris, Beth Coleman, Ann Miller and Sheri Reynolds. Not present: Kristy Deluka, Laura Lee Huber, Trina Moore, Robin Osborn and Nancy Swick.
Hillsboro Board Votes To Try Social Studies Curriculum
After a discussion that began at the April meeting, the Hillsboro School Board voted 5-1 to try a new digital grade school social studies curriculum for one year during their meeting on Tuesday, May … more
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U.S. Navy veteran Felix Powell of Hillsboro, at right, stops to view the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. with his son and guardian, David Powell of Hillsboro, at left, during the Honor Flight trip.
Three Local Veterans Take April Honor Flight
“Our debt to the heroic men and valiant women in the service of our country can never be repaid. They have earned our undying gratitude. America will never forget their sacrifices,” said … more
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The Montgomery County Drug Court team honored the program’s newest graduates on Friday afternoon, April 28. From the left are Assistant State’s Attorney Brian Bach, Defense Attorney Wes Pogenpohl, graduates Jeremy Fenton, Edward Tumpach III, Montgomery County Health Department Substance Abuse Officer Amber Mifflin, Drug Court Probation Officer Cheryl Adams and Judge Doug Jarman.
Two Graduate From Drug Court
“I have only been involved for the last few months, but when Judge Roberts briefed me to take over his role with drug court and told me who the graduates were I was taken back. These men have … more
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A new mayor took over the reins and two new commissioners were seated at the Nokomis City Council meeting on Monday night. From the left, are commissioners Mike Glenn, Tisha Morris, Dylan Goldsmith, Lou Stauder and Scott Arkebauer.
New Council Seated In Nokomis
A new mayor took over the reins and two new commissioners were seated at the Nokomis City Council meeting on Monday, May 8, and the changes were apparent on one of the first votes taken. Dylan … more
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Litchfield School Board members re-elected to their posts in the April consolidated election were sworn in on Monday evening, May 8. From the left are David Belusko, Mark Bloome, Jimmy Gorowski and Valerie Cain.
Litchfield School Board Re-Organizes
Following the April consolidated election, members of the Litchfield School Board held a special meeting on Monday evening, May 8, at the Unit Office to re-organize and administer the oath of office … more
Panhandle Board Seats New Members
Members of the Panhandle School Board held a special meeting on Wednesday evening, May 3, at Lincolnwood High School in Raymond to seat board members elected in the April consolidated election. … more
State Police ID Five More I-55 Pile-Up Fatalities
Illinois State Police released five more names on Saturday, May 6, of the seven people killed in the May 1 accident that involved 72 vehicles on Interstate 55 north of Farmersville last week. In … more
Three new board members and one returning alderman were sworn in during the Litchfield City Council meeting on Thursday, May 4. Pictured in front, from the left, are recently sworn in council members Sara Zumwalt (Ward 2), Dwayne Gerl (Ward 1), Jake Fleming (Ward 4) and Josh Hughes (Ward 3). In the back are City Attorney Michael McGinley, Alderwoman Marilyn Sisson (Ward 1), City Clerk Carol Burke, Alderwoman Kassidy Paine (Ward 3), Mayor Steve Dougherty, Alderman Ray Kellenberger (Ward 4) and City Administrator Breann Vazquez.
Litchfield Swears In New Council Members
It was a night of transition for the Litchfield City Council on Thursday, May 4, as the city swore in three new alderpeople and one returning alderman. Sara Zumwalt (Ward 2), Josh Hughes (Ward 3) … more
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Health Department To Host Mental Health Fair
The Montgomery County Health Department is sponsoring a Mental Health Awareness fair on Saturday, May 13, from noon to 2 p.m., in the lower parking lot at Hillsboro High School. The public is … more
Old Settlers Association Releases Event Contacts
The Old Settlers Association has announced their “Who’s Who” list for this year’s celebration to take place on Saturday, Aug. 5, and Sunday, Aug. 6, and Wednesday, Aug. 9, and … more
Melanie Sherer of The Event Center (center) gives Cassie Gunn (right) a tour of the facility’s new bridal suite during an open house on Saturday, May 6.
Event Center Unveils New Bridal Suite
An open house on Saturday, May 6, celebrated a new place for brides to prep for their big day. The new bridal suite at The Event Center in Hillsboro was unveiled in a spacious, tuck-away spot at … more
Above, Cindy Duncil prays for the body of the church during a prayer gathering organized by the Hillsboro Ministerial Alliance in observance of National Day of Prayer on Thursday, May 4.
Hillsboro Churches Lift Up Prayers
The Greater Hillsboro Ministerial Alliance invited the public, along with members of their individual congregation, to come together in observance of the National Day of Prayer on Thursday, May 4, at … more
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Above, Professor Longhair (Randy Thompson) performs magic tricks while talking to the students at Beckemeyer Elementary School about creating an inclusive and welcoming environment during an anti-bullying program led by Cross Over Ministries on Wednesday, May 3.
Students Receive Anti-Bully Message
The kindergarten through fifth grade students at Beckemeyer Elementary School heard messages on anti-bullying on Wednesday, May 3. Led by Cross Over Ministries, and funded through a grant from the … more
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After the winds subsided, first responders continued to work to clear the area where a 72-vehicle accident on Interstate 55 Monday claimed seven lives and injured 37 others.
I-55 Pile-Up Monday Kills Seven, Injures 37
The Montgomery County Coroner’s Office and Illinois State Police are continuing to investigate a 72-vehicle accident on Interstate 55 Monday morning, May 1, that killed seven people and injured … more
Above, Rotary District #6490 Governor Connie Walsh presents a certificate to Hillsboro Rotary President Stephen Cullison, honoring the chapters 100 years of service.
Hillsboro Rotary Celebrates Centenary Anniversary
Hillsboro Rotary Club #1459 celebrated its centenary anniversary with a dinner party at the Abbey on Broad on Sunday evening, April 30. Chapter President Stephen Cullison welcomed the … more
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Raymond Residents Want More Recreational Spaces
Trustees Bill Krager and Greg Bernhardt were sworn in during the regular meeting of the Raymond Village Board on Monday night, May 1. Visitors Robin Riggs, Pat Pope and Linda Hocking requested … more
Elected in the April consolidated election, members of the Hillsboro City Council were sworn into office by Judge Chris Matoush on Tuesday, May 2. Seated, from the left, are Commissioner Kendra Wright, Mayor Don Downs, Commissioner Tommy Justison. Standing: Commissioner Patrick Ward and Commissioner Fred Butler.
Hillsboro Council Seats New Members
Hillsboro’s city council meeting on Tuesday, May 2, was sandwiched between two special meetings, the first to discuss the city budget and to answer questions from the public and the second to … more
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A young girl from Raymond delivered these cards to members of the Raymond-Harvel Fire Department during their response to the major wreck on Interstate 55 on Monday.
Fire Chief Danny McCallum Thanks Local Community
First responders from all across central Illinois were busy Monday afternoon in response to a major wreck on Interstate 55 that claimed the lives of seven individuals.   Among those who … more
Dr. Jerome Epplin's last day at Litchfield Family Pratice Center was Dec. 14, after shifting his sole focus on the care of his geriatric patients.
Dr. Epplin Shifting Focus To Geriatrics
After nearly 40 years of practicing at Litchfield Family Practice, Dr. Jerome Epplin has had what he likes to call it - a change - as he's shifted his focus to mainly supportive living, nursing home … more
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