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Kent “Skip” Klinefelter, owner and CEO of Linco-Precision, (in front, center) welcomes farmers and retailers from throughout the region to the company’s Summer Field Day. Attendees had the opportunity to see newly launched agriculture technology in action and talk to sales representatives during the educational event.

Kent “Skip” Klinefelter, owner and CEO of Linco-Precision, an agriculture technology solutions group with more than three decades of experience supplying and servicing precision farming … more

by Tori O’Dell | 7/10/23

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

8/28/23

Radio Club Meeting Wednesday, Feb. 14

The Montgomery County Amateur Radio Emergency Corp. will have its regular meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 14, at the Challacombe House, located at 509 School St., two blocks east of the junction of Rt. … more

2/12/24

County EMA Prepares For Total Solar Eclipse

Illinois will again be in the path of the solar eclipse on the afternoon of Monday, April 8, beginning at 1:58 p.m. and ending at 2:06 p.m. The path of totality will be crossing over the southern … more

4/4/24

After nearly three decades as Schram City Village Treasurer, Lois Guinn has entered retirement and her granddaughter, Courtney Guinn, will take her place.

Guinn Retires As Village Treasurer

Members of the Schram City Village board paid special recognition to longtime village treasurer Lois Guinn who has retired after nearly 28 years of service during their monthly board meeting held … more

by Bethany Martin | 6/20/23

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

8/28/23

October Marks National School Bus Safety Week

The third full week of October marks National School Bus Safety Week, and a chance to remind local drivers of helpful tips to keep school children safe. For many children, school marks the first time … more

10/19/23

County Board Announces Two Local Grants Available

The Montgomery County Board is accepting applications for two grants, one aimed at promoting new small business start-ups in the county and the other aimed at promoting local tourism. Guidelines … more

3/18/24

Peter Pan is flying into Raymond this weekend as the Lincolnwood High School Drama Club will be presenting their annual musical production of Peter Pan, Jr. Friday, April 5 through Sunday, April 7. Evening shows on Friday and Saturday begin at 6:30 p.m. and the Sunday matinee begins at 2 p.m. Pictured above, Ruby Stevens as Peter Pan rehearses a scene in the Lincolnwood auditorium with fellow students.

Peter Pan Flies Into Lincolnwood This Weekend

The Lincolnwood High School production of Peter Pan Jr. kicks off this weekend. The first show will be held on Frjday, April 5, at 6:30 p.m. Another evening show will also be held at 6:30 p.m. … more

4/4/24

Bike winners in kindergarten through fourth grade, from the left are Bella Hammack, Elijah Starwalt, Caroline Belt, Chase Estell, Sonya Wilson, Noah Wood, Harper Zumwalt, Gage Lasko, Lilyanna Bradburn and Oden Starwalt.

Camp Panther Rated Arrr In 2023

It was a celebration fit for a pirate king, as Camp Panther wrapped up its two and a half week program in the Litchfield School District on Friday, June 16. Throughout the two weeks, nearly 140 pre-K … more

6/20/23

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

By Isaiah Atkins | 8/28/23

Pedestrian Killed In Traffic Accident On Illinois Route 16

A pedestrian was struck and killed in an accident on Route 16 in front of Illinois State Police headquarters west of Litchfield Tuesday night, Oct. 17. Rachel L. Marsala, 38, of the Litchfield area, … more

10/19/23

Open Containers On Agenda In Hillsboro

Audience attendance was sparse at Hillsboro’s City Council Tuesday evening, Oct. 17, and the city’s business was efficiently dispatched. Public Safety Commissioner Tommy Justison was not … more

by Ron Deabenderfer | 10/19/23

The above plans show the layout for the soccer complex proposed for the city of Litchfield if the council approves the purchase of the land and the bids for the project on Thursday, March 7. The city’s share of the cost for the project is $2,704,427 for the eight-field option or $2,684,472 for the six-field option according to information provided by Economic Development Director Tonya Flannery.

Litchfield City Council Contemplates New Soccer Park

Whether or not Litchfield breaks ground on a proposed soccer park will be determined during their meeting on March 7, where the Litchfield City Council will vote on a land purchase agreement and to … more

by Kyle Herschelman | 3/4/24

Protecting Health And Property In The County

Projects and activities to prevent injuries and fatalities while maintaining vital services for Montgomery County residents will be the main topic of discussion at the Montgomery County Hazard … more

8/17/23

Bremer Sanctuary Announces New Logo

Bremer Sanctuary in Hillsboro is excited to announce that they now have their first-ever logo. The new logo was designed by Hillsboro native, Amber Connor, who is the oldest daughter of Bremer … more

3/18/24

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

by Bethany Martin | 2/20/18

Crowned at the Nokomis Homecoming on Friday, July 7, these four smiling faces will represent the city for the next year. From the left are 2023 Junior Miss Mila Heldebrandt, 2023 Miss Nokomis Audrey Sabol, 2023 Little Miss Autumn Kitchens, and 2023 Little Mister Keagan Scoles.

Sabol, Heldebrandt, Kitchens And Scoles Crowned

Audrey Sabol was crown 2023 Miss Nokomis Homecoming, Mila Heldebrandt was crowned Junior Miss, Autumn Kitchens was crowned Little Miss, and Keagan Scoles was crowned Little Mister at the Nokomis … more

7/10/23

Bremer Sanctuary Hosts Fall Bird Banding Event

Bremer Wildlife Sanctuary in Hillsboro will be hosting a bird banding event this fall on Saturday, Sept. 16, from 8 a.m. to noon. Lincoln Land Association of Bird Bander’s Tony Rothering, … more

8/17/23

Litchfield Middle School seventh graders Tessa Pastrovich and Ellen Hunn demonstrate Ozobots they have coded in STEM classes this quarter during the regular Litchfield School Board meeting on Tuesday evening, Oct. 17, at the Unit Office in Litchfield. School board members from the left are Gregg Hires, David Belusko, Jimmy Gorowski, President Julie Abel and Valerie Cain.

Superintendent Search Continues In Litchfield

At the end of their regular meeting on Tuesday evening, Oct. 17, members of the Litchfield School Board spent about two hours in closed session at the Unit Office in Litchfield. One of the items … more

by Mary (Galer) Herschelman | 10/19/23