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IDOT Route 16 Bridge Work Will Start On Tuesday
The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that the replacement of three bridges and the repair of one box culvert along Illinois 16 between Nokomis and Ohlman in Montgomery County begins … more
Rowdy Luck was one of the volunteers manning the kettle at the annual Panama Mulligan, hosted by the Iron Horse Saloon this year. The line of folks waiting to taste the product was steady.
The Mulligan Was On In Panama
The village of Panama was again alive with the smell of burning wood and simmering stew during the annual Panama Mulligan on Sunday, Sept. 3. The annual fundraiser was begun at the Panama VFW over 70 … more
Prepare 2023 Entries For County Farmers Institute
The 132nd annual Montgomery County Farmers Institute–one of the longest standing traditions in Montgomery County–will be held Saturday, Sept. 9, at the University of Illinois Extension … more
Pickers Market Returns To Litchfield Sept. 10
The Litchfield Pickers Market returns Sunday, Sept. 10, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 400 N. State St. in downtown Litchfield. This vintage and antique market is a fun, family-friendly event and the city … more
Pictured above, from the left are Jeff Hundley of NAPA in Mt. Vernon, Larry Cavallo, McKay Chairman of the Board Jim McKay, McKay Vice President of Purchasing Chad Zimmerman, Chris Ertel of NAPA Mt. Vernon and McKay President Earl Flack.
McKay Golf Outing Helps Make-A-Wish
The annual McKay Napa golf outing raised over $55,000 for Make-A-Wish Illinois this summer. This year’s golf outing was held on Friday, Aug. 4, at Rolling Hills Golf Course in Godfrey. The … more
“He didn’t have time to finish it, so I did,” a sign behind an Oliver 550 driven by Kenny Lohman of Hillsboro read. The parade entry was in memory of his brother, Oliver collector Jimmy Lohman who just passed on Aug. 9. Trent Lohman of Nokomis, Jimmy’s son, followed on his father’s Oliver 77.
Witt Celebrates Holiday With Labor Day Parade
Witt was the place to be to celebrate Labor Day on Monday, Sept. 4, when the annual parade stepped off at 11 a.m. Kicked off by veteran honor guards, first responders, and the venerable old … more
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker stopped in Litchfield on Monday afternoon, Aug. 28, for the grand opening of the South Central Illinois Regional Workforce Training and Innovation Center. Prior to the ribbon cutting ceremony, Governor Pritzker toured the facility, which includes hands-on training in construction trades, welding and automotive tech. Pictured above, from the left are Litchfield School District Career and Technical Education Coordinator Dr. David Lett, Deputy Governor Andy Manar of Bunker Hill and Governor JB Pritzker.
Governor Attends Grand Opening Of SCI Center
“What a wonderful day for the students of Montgomery and Macoupin counties as we open the SCI Center,” said Litchfield Superintendent Dr. Greggory Fuerstenau. Located at 2001 Eilerman … more
Panhandle District ‘Charges Toward’ New School Year
School is back in session in the Panhandle School District and the students teachers and staff are “Charging Toward Excellence” in the new year. The phrase, appropriate for Lincolnwood … more
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Nokomis To Temporarily Fill Former Library Space
The Nokomis City Council voted to temporarily rent out the vacant space in city hall to the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) at its council meeting on Aug. 28. The … more
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Cross Over Event Marks Overdose Awareness Day
Cross Over Ministries is marking National Overdose Awareness Day with a special program on Thursday, Aug. 31, at the Lincoln Plaza in downtown Hillsboro from 4 to 9 p.m. The program will remember … more
No 2023 Fall Election For County Voters
The Montgomery County Clerk’s office reminds county voters that there is no fall election this year in 2023. Illinois law provides one election to be held each odd year in Illinois which was … more
Hiltoppers, Panthers To Spike Out Suicide
The Hillsboro High School gym will be buzzing on Thursday night, Aug. 31, as the Litchfield Lady Panthers come to town to try and keep the Toppers from picking up their fourth straight win to start … more
Pictured above, from the left are Breanna Wasson for five years of service, Phil Lee for 40 years of service, Richard Beaudry for ten years of service, Bob Smith for 60 years of service, new member Leah Stanfill, 2023 Firefighter of the Year and Most Improved Firefighter Seth Redman, new member Trenton Phillips and Walter Tarran for 40 years of service.
Coffeen Firefighters Celebrate 70 Years
Members of the Coffeen Volunteer Fire Department held their annual awards banquet on Sunday, Aug. 27, at Washington Park in Coffeen. They also celebrated the 70th anniversary of the department, which … more
Pictured above, Litchfield travelers stop in Amsterdam. In front, from the left are Mary Ann Fenton, Amanda Sypherd, Madi Bremerkamp, Josie Bebee, Charlene Matuszak, Sofia Ray, Emily Frerichs, Karen Cress, Carlee Harmon and Amber Harmon. In back are Jes Kruse, Myka Fenton, Jackson Painter, Amber Wheat, Billy Calladine, Colten Hester, Will Cress, Kaiden Law, Zach Boston, Kristin Gruelle, Laura Boston, Charlotte Gardner and Shane Cress.
Litchfield Travel Group Planning Next Trips
“I’m an extrovert and I love being around people,” said travel organizer Shane Cress, a teacher at Litchfield High School. “I love getting to know students in ways you just … more
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Earl Flack, at right, an alumnus of the Hillsboro High School wrestling program, presents a $500 donation to HHS Wrestling Coach Garrett Young on Tuesday afternoon, Aug. 29.
HHS Wrestling Team Seeks Donations For Equipment
The Hillsboro High School wrestling program sent out letters this month asking for donations from alumni of the program and community members. Head Coach Garrett Young has served at the helm of the … more
Witt Labor Day Homecoming Starts On Saturday
The 117th Witt Labor Day Homecoming Celebration will kick off this weekend, Saturday, Sept. 2, Sunday, Sept. 3, and Monday, Sept. 4. The annual end-of-summer celebration features all the favorites, … more
Dr. Doug Byers, MD, is entering retirement after serving the Hillsboro community for 42 years at the Springfield East Clinic.
Dr. Byers Retiring After 42 Years
After 42 years at the Hillsboro Springfield East Clinic, Dr. Doug Byers, MD is calling it a career. “It’s just time,” he says, reflecting on a 42 year career in family medicine, all … more
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They’re dressed, pressed and ready to go! The Women of Witt have created 300 stunning gowns for Barbie dolls that will be won at this year’s Witt Labor Day celebration.
Dressed To The Nines, Ready For Witt
They’re dressed, pressed and ready to go! The Women of Witt have created 300 stunning gowns for Barbie dolls that will be won at this year’s Witt Labor Day celebration. A tradition for … more
Mulligan Returns To Panama
Although it may have a new location, members of the Panama community have pulled together to host the annual Panama Mulligan this Sunday, Sept. 3, at Iron Horse Saloon in Panama. This year’s … more
Longtime Hillsboro nurse Cathy Adams, pictured above with fellow retiree Dr. Doug Byers, has retired after 44 1/2 years serving her community at Hillsboro Springfield East Clinic.
Adams Calls It A Career After 44 Years
After 44 1/2 years serving her community, Nurse Cathy Adams is calling it a career as she retires from the Hillsboro Springfield-East clinic. “Dr. Byers had said that he was retiring this … more
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