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One of Hillsboro’s most anticipated summer events is back for its eighth year, and this time it’s sporting a brand-new theme.
What began as the Cardboard Boat Regatta has officially …
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Kicking off the Old Settlers entertainment on Wednesday, Aug. 6, will be a familiar face in the country scene.
Hunter Sharp has been playing for crowds in the area since his teenage years. …
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From working with children at VBS camps, helping clean churches and spreading the Lord’s message in different neigborhoods, Emma Hughes has done it all on her mission trips to Poland and Puerto …
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by Laura Boston
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6/9/25
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Downtown Nokomis was abuzz with people for a variety of fun summer activities. Returning to the community for a second year was the popular Breakfast with Beer Bellies event in conjunction with the …
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The annual Montgomery County Fair kicks off with three pageants on opening day, Wednesday, June 18, at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds in Butler. The opening ceremonies for the fair will be held at …
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The class of 2025 Farm Credit Illinois (FCI) agriculture scholars was recognized during a scholarship luncheon at Carriage House Event Center in Altamont on Thursday, May 22. A total of $75,000 of …
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The Nokomis Public Library (NPL) is once again hosting their summer reading program this year. “Our Summer Reading Program (SRP) is geared towards kids ages two years old to 12th grade, but we …
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Montgomery County Democrats collected food pantry items at their Tuesday, May 20, meeting. The Litchfield pantry was the recipient of this first of hopefully other food drives. Over 140 items were …
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Hillsboro High School held its annual music banquet on Tuesday, May 20, at The Event Center of Montgomery County. The banquet is held to honor and celebrate the high school musicians for various …
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A group of 67 peaceful resisters against the Trump agenda showed up at the Historic Courthouse of Montgomery County in downtown Hillsboro on Sunday afternoon, June 8. The group wrapped around the …
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The first week of the Farmersville-Waggoner Library story hour was held on Thursday, June 5. Carrie Matthews began the first week of her four programs by reading the book, The Gruffalo by Julia …
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"I believe the nearly 70 veterans from Litchfield who gave the ultimate sacrifice would be proud to see how we continue to honor their legacy," Litchfield Mayor Jake Fleming said about the inaugural …
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The City of Hillsboro’s Parks, Lakes and Recreation Department continues to be hard at work on the new park trail project, which when completed will connect Challacombe and Central Park with a …
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6/5/25
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A few discussions became heated (though presented thoughtfully) during Hillsboro’s city council meeting Tuesday evening, June 3, in city hall.
Once again the point of contention came early …
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by Ron Deabenderfer
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6/5/25
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The award-winning Litchfield Pickers Market opens again on Sunday, June 8, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in downtown Litchfield.
This juried sale of antiques, collectibles, vintage items and refurbished …
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The Farmersville Revitalization Committee, run by Teresa Todt, Rose Cauthorn and Mary Jane Schmidt, has been working hard on a new project for the town- a historical marker placed in the Farmersville …
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Members of the Raymond Village Board gathered for their scheduled meeting at 7 p.m., Monday, June 2, at Village Hall.
Mayor Held called the meeting to order, with Clerk Denise Downey, Treasurer …
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Local youth, families, swimming enthusiasts and more will make their way to Nokomis Memorial Pool’s opening day this Saturday, June 7.
The pool will be open to the public for free from 12 …
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Paws Care held its annual trivia and largest fundraiser for the year on Saturday, April 5. They would like to thank everyone who helped make the event a success by volunteering to help, providing …
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HSHS St. Francis Hospital is collecting worn and faded American flags through Thursday, June 12, in honor of Flag Day. The collected flags will be disposed of in a proper flag retirement ceremony. …
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