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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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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
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