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Route 185 To Be Closed Til Mid-June
The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that Illinois 185 between Hillsboro and Coffeen closed for repairs beginning at 7 a.m. Tuesday, May 16. The closure is estimated to last until … more
Summer Work On Agenda For Hillsboro Council
Only three of the five Hillsboro City Council members were available for the council’s meeting Tuesday evening, May 16, but those present - Mayor Don Downs and councilmen Fred Butler and … more
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Sorento Woman Is 8th Fatality From I-55 Accident
A Sorento woman is the   eighth person killed the May 1 72-vehicle Interstate 55 accident north of Farmersville. Ruth Rau, 81, of Sorento, died at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 16, at HSHS St. … more
Eric Kohnen of Poettker Construction, at left, shows the board progress on the South Central Illinois Regional Training and Innovation Center before their regular meeting on Tuesday evening, May 16. Above, he shows the newly installed roll-up doors in the welding room.
Progress Continues On Litchfield Building Projects
Progress continues on three construction projects in the Litchfield School District and board members got an update on all of them as part of the regular monthly meeting on Tuesday evening, May 16. … more
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Panhandle Board Works On Budget
The Panhandle School Board approved the tentative amended budget for the 2023 fiscal year during their meeting on Monday, May 15 as the school year continues to wind down for the district. … more
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Hillsboro High School student Mya Bolton won Best of Show honors for her Advanced Colorful Designs entry, “Tacky Bee Society” in the 41st annual Hillsboro High School Art Show.
Hillsboro High School Hosts 41st Art Show
During the weekend of the operetta, the 41st annual Art Show hung in the gym lobby at Hillsboro High School. This year's juror of the art show was the Beckemeyer art teacher Amy Gruner. For … more
Nokomis High School hosted a retirement reception for secretary Kathy Foster on Monday, May 15.
Nokomis Hosts Reception For Retiring Secretary
The Nokomis High School office will soon feel a bit different after Kathy Foster, a secretary for the past 31 years, retires at the end of the school year. The school hosted a reception in … more
The 2023 Montgomery County CEO Team (above) showcased their student businesses during the CEO Marketplace on Friday night, May 5, where several members were also awarded scholarships. From the left, are Elijah Aumann, Natalie Engelman, Carley King, Zaylon Sisk, Hally Kerske, Matthew Ulrici, Mason Morris, MJ Jarrell and Program Director Jodi Reynolds.
CEO Team Showcases Class Businesses
The 2023 Montgomery County CEO (Creating Entrepreneurial Opportunities) Team, which is made up of seniors from Nokomis, Hillsboro and Lincolnwood High Schools, invited the public to see what they … more
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The family and John and Nicki Murray of Irving opened Rudy’s in Witt this past December. Pictured above, from the left are Ethan Murray, Nicki Murray, John Murray, Keegan Murray and Logan Murray.
Rudy’s Now Open For Business In Witt
It’s all in the family for the Murrays as they opened Rudy’s in Witt this past December. John and Nicki Murray of Irving returned to the local community in 2018 when John retired … more
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Longtime Litchfield teacher Dan Newkirk, pictured above with his wife, Amy, was recognized for his retirement from the district this spring. Not pictured is retiree Rob Corso.
Litchfield Honors Retirees At Annual Dinner
The Litchfield Education Association hosted its annual retirement dinner on Sunday, May 7, at the Litchfield Country Club. In addition to recognizing retirees Dan Newkirk and Rob Corso, they … more
Award recipients, in front, from the left are Mally Robinson and Kamdyn Putnam. In back are Owen Earnest and Will Netemeyer.
HJHS Musicians Honored At Annual Spring Concert
The Hillsboro Junior High School bands and choirs presented their annual spring concert at the high school on Thursday, May 11. Performing groups included the sixth grade choir, sixth grade … more
The energy behind the soon-to-be new Nokomis Public Library location, from the left, are directors Chris Ukena and Cynthia Crowe and volunteer advocate Jim Rupert.
New Nokomis Library On Track To Open This Summer
“We’re thinking July, and we’re hoping for Nokomis Homecoming,” Cynthia Crowe, one of the plucky yet tenacious project managers said of the projected opening of the new … more
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Schram City Village Clerk Janet Stewart (front) administered the oath of office to trustees (from the left) Earl Eller, Bill Clinard, Kevin Tuetken and Pat Rhoades during the board meeting on Monday, May 8.
Schram Bids Farewell To King, Welcomes Clinard
As one board member bid his farewell, another was welcomed as members of the Schram City Village Board gathered for their monthly meeting on Monday, May 8, at the village hall. “I’ve … more
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From the left are Chad Lee, Cynthia Lee, organ recipient Robyn Lewis Windross, and Roland Lee.
Mt. Olive Family Hosts Transplant Recipient
A Massachusetts woman got the opportunity to step into the lives of a Mt. Olive family over the weekend that helped give her life. Meet Robyn Lewis Windross, a 62-year-old woman from Stoneham, … more
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Litchfield Chamber of Commerce elected new officers during their April board meeting. From the left, are past-President Mike Strubhart, President Kassidy Paine and Vice-President John Blank. Not pictured is Treasurer Shelli Crow.
Litchfield Chamber Elects Executive Board Members
Litchfield Chamber of Commerce welcomed   a few new faces to its board of directors this spring. The incoming directors attended their first monthly board meeting on Wednesday, April 12, where … more
Mid-State Special Education employees recognized for their years of service to the program, in front, from the left are Kelly Behme, Shera Nail, Kelli Stewart and Kassi Charles. In back are Bobbi Fisher, Tricia Kelley, Lorinda Jennings and Vickie Throne. Not present for the photo were Debbie Musgrave, Velvet Balmer and Karen Bennett.
Mid-State Honors Several Employees This Spring
Mid-State Special Education specialists and support staff gathered on Friday, May 5 in Morrisonville to engage in professional development, recognize dedicated employees’ years of service and … more
Students from Hillsboro, Litchfield, Nokomis and Mt. Olive high schools were part of the 20th graduating class from the CNA program and participated in a pinning ceremony on Wednesday evening, May 10, in the Hillsboro High School Gym. In front, from the left are Kyleigh Cameron, Libby Lamb, Kristen Mascher, Emma Sneddon, Kalyn Davis, Paige Lucykow, Mckenzie Raymond and Selena Summers. In the second row are Keeley Barnhart, Addison Webb, Payton Broughton, Avery Walden, Rhaidan Garrett, Maycie Fuller and Hannah Hefley. In back are Abby Stockstill, Delanie Ulrich, Addyson Smith, Dahlia Bertolino and Madison Hollo.
Local CNA Graduates Celebrate At Pinning Ceremony
Students from local high schools along with their families celebrated their success at the annual pinning ceremony for the 20th graduating class from the CNA program. Twenty-three students from … more
Pictured above is the design for this year’s Montgomery County Breast Cancer Support Group T-shirts.
Support Group To Host Monisa Clark Run/Walk
Members of the Montgomery County Breast Cancer Support Group are finalizing plans for the annual 2023 Monisa Clark Irish Days Breast Cancer Fun Run/Walk. This year’s event will be held on … more
ISP, Coroner Announce Seventh Fatality
Illinois State Police and Montgomery County Coroner Randy Leetham have released the final name of the seven people killed in a 72-vehicle accident on Interstate 55 north of Farmersville on May 1. … more
Local Judge Kit Hantla officially administered the oath of office to new Montgomery County Board member Chad Rupert of Witt at the board meeting on Tuesday evening, May 9, in Hillsboro. Rupert replaces Gene Miles, who passed away in April.
Chad Rupert Appointed To County Board
Members of the Montgomery County Board welcomed a new face to their ranks as Chad Rupert was appointed to the board during their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday evening, May 9, at the Historic … more
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