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Hillsboro native Bonita (Sheridan) Katz cuddles a newborn as part of her family-centered teaching methods for perinatal professionals around the world.

Hillsboro Native Educates Childbirth Professionals Globally

Mothers and fathers need just as much attention as the newborn. Because they too have just been born. Above is a quote from HHS class of ‘77 graduate Bonita (Sheridan) Katz’s … more

by Barb Boston | 3/21/22

Litchfield Budget Bounces Back After Pandemic

The members of the Litchfield City Council met on Thursday, March 17, to discuss what Budget Officer Jereme Zook called the city’s road map for spending for the next two years. Zook said … more

by Kyle Herschelman | 3/21/22

Nokomis Board Hears Football Light Proposal

The Nokomis School Board was called to order on Tuesday, March 15, by President Chad Ruppert with Superintendent Scott Doerr, board members Steve Janssen, Denny Bauman, Carl Ray Fesser, Ben Tarter, … more

by Randy Rieke | 3/21/22

Three generations of the LaVerne Young family will celebrate 40 years in business as Young’s Roofing in Litchfield. Pictured above, from the left are Todd and Rebecca Bergman, LaVerne Young and Nic Bergman.

Young’s Roofing Celebrates 40 Years In Business

This April will mark 40 years since the family of LaVerne and Juanita Young started Young’s Roofing, Inc. “We have been very fortunate since then,” said LaVerne Young, noting it … more

by Mary (Galer) Herschelman | 3/21/22

Dirtwork continues in the opening phase of construction on the new State Street Elementary School project in downtown Litchfield. Despite some weather delays, the project remains on schedule.

Construction Continues On New Litchfield School

“We’re pretty much on track, even with the weather delays,” Project Manager Peter Ratermann of Poettker Construction told Litchfield School Board members at their regular monthly … more

by Mary (Galer) Herschelman | 3/17/22

Gaming Permit Fee To Remain In Schram City

Upon entering their regular meeting on Monday evening, March 14, members of the Schram City Village Board chose to keep the annual municpal video gaming permit fee at $25 per machine. This year, … more

by Bethany Martin | 3/17/22

Nokomis To Receive Water Treatment Grant

The Nokomis City Council confirmed at its Tuesday, March 14 meeting that it is expecting a $600,000 federal grant to replace the water treatment plant. Though the total amount of the project … more

by: Ben Schwarm | 3/17/22

City Planners Discuss Old Highway Department

Five Hillsboro Planning Commission members (Chairman Tom Gooding, Mike Ryan, Rex Brown, Dave Booher, and David Powell) were in-person attendees at their meeting Tuesday afternoon, March 15, in city … more

by Ron Deabenderfer | 3/17/22

Three Contested Races In Republican Primary

Voters will pick winners in three contested local races in the primary election on June 28 when they select their nominees for partisan office and pick their precinct committee … more

3/17/22

Members of the Nokomis Public Library District have kicked off their fundraising efforts for a new building during an open house held Tuesday, March 15, at the Nokomis Masonic Lodge. Pictured above with their very first fundraising initiative–a money wall–from the left, are Library Board President Debi Dawson, Treasurer Cynthia Crowe and Member Judy Rupert.

Nokomis Library Kicks Off Fundraising Efforts

“This space is almost exactly double the space we’re in over at the city complex,” said Nokomis Public Library Board President Debi Dawson. “We’re really excited about … more

by Bethany Martin | 3/17/22

Hillsboro Veterans To Submit Memorial Names

War veterans who were past or are present residents of the boundaries of the Hillsboro School District have until Thursday, April 14, to have their names added to the Hillsboro Area Veterans Memorial … more

3/17/22

Linda Liebscher of Cross Over Ministries welcomes about 125 to the first-ever mental health summit, Conquering the Mind, held Saturday, March 12, at the Hillsboro Free Methodist Church. Behind Liebscher are actors from the musical, “The Master’s Peace,” which was previewed to open the summit.

Light Shines In Darkness At Cross Over Summit

“I didn’t want to die, I just didn’t know how to live,” drug overdose survivor Sam Anthony Lucania told the crowd of about 125 at the first-ever mental health summit, … more

by Mary (Galer) Herschelman | 3/14/22

Veterans To Submit Names For Memorial

War veterans with ties to the Litchfield and surrounding area have until Thursday, April 14, to have their names added to the Litchfield Area Veterans Memorial by Memorial Day 2022, according to … more

3/14/22

Several members of the Shoal Creek Fire Protection District were recognized as part of their annual banquet held Saturday evening, March 12, at the Sorento Fire Department. In front, from the left, are special recognition award winners Emma Conway, Tyler Tarran, firefighter of the year Kelley Voyles, special recognition award winners Caleb Daniken and Steve Hasenmyer. In the back row are trustees Kim Houchlei, Gerald Knight, Brett Kunkel, Dan Fenton, Donald Sturgeon, Jr. and David Caulk, Sr.

Voyles Is Shoal Creek Firefighter Of Year

Several members of the Shoal Creek Fire Protection District were honored for their service on Saturday evening, March 12, at the district’s annual awards banquet at the Sorento Fire … more

3/14/22

Honor Flight Trips To Commence This Year

After being grounded for two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Land of Lincoln Honor Flight (LLHF) organization will resume flights to honor local veterans. The organization has … more

3/14/22

Bob Buda of Litchfield brought several American made items to the Montgomery County Board meeting on Tuesday evening, March 8. Pictured above, he shows some handmade axes to board member Mark Hughes of Hillsboro. Buda made a presentation asking the board to consider a resolution to make the motto of Montgomery County, “A Center for American Made.”

County Considers 'American-Made' Motto

“American made. We all know what those words mean,” Bob Buda said in making a presentation to the Montgomery County Board. “But I want you to see the products and meet the people … more

by Mary (Galer) Herschelman | 3/10/22

Driver Arrested After Chase In Stolen Truck

A pickup truck reported stolen in Schram City early Monday, March 7, was recovered shortly after, but not before a chase that ended in an arrest. Michael J. LaBlance, 19, of Greenville, was taken … more

3/10/22

Long Agenda For Hillsboro Council

Thirty eight items were on the Hillsboro City Council agenda when they met on Tuesday, March 8; all council persons were in attendance, and all items brought to a vote received a 5-0 verdict, … more

by Ron Deabenderfer | 3/10/22

Hillsboro School Board Makes Changes

Members of the Hillsboro School Board had their sights on next school year at their meeting on Tuesday, March 8, making four curriculum changes at the high school, adding a new teaching position at … more

by Mike Plunkett | 3/10/22

Raymond Submits Info For Price Analysis Survey

Members of the Raymond Village Board met for their regular meeting on Monday evening, March 7, at the village hall. Following approval of the Feb. 21 meeting minutes, it was business as usual for … more

3/10/22