The Nokomis Public Library is will be hosting a book signing of local teen author Amber Huff, on Saturday, Oct. 7, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. “Amber volunteers at the library a couple of days a …
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10/2/23
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Margaret Agnes VandenBergh, of Nokomis, recently presented a recital of piano music for her family and guests at their Witt-Nokomis home. She has been an active piano student of Nokomis …
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7/6/23
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Bond County historian Kevin Kaegy described the legal career of Abraham Lincoln at a lecture hosted by the Historical Society of Montgomery County on Sunday afternoon, July 23, at the Challacombe …
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7/24/23
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“It’s almost like hitting the lotto,” said Litchfield resident Jon Schmidt.
The home owned by he and his wife, Kate, was one of 11 homes renovated at no cost to the homeowners …
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by Mary (Galer) Herschelman
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8/21/23
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Nearly 30 Gold Star Mission riders spent the night on Tuesday, Sept. 19, in Litchfield after the first leg of their 500-mile bicycle ride to honor fallen military heroes. Gold Star Mission is a …
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9/25/23
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Nine local veterans were recognized on a Land of Lincoln Honor Flight trip on Tuesday, Aug. 22. They were part of the 93 Vietnam and Korean-era veterans flown to Washington D.C. for the day. The free …
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By Isaiah Atkins
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10/2/23
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During the frigid weekend of Jan. 12-14, Cross Over Ministries staff and volunteers hosted a warming center at Haven Home of Hope, located at 205 Pleasant Street in Hillsboro. Approximately 14 …
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1/25/24
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HSHS St. Francis Hospital presents the “Women’s Health Survival Guide” event, an informational conference to discuss women’s health concerns and safety resources with local …
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4/25/24
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The Hillsboro Summer Fun Club visited Bremer Sanctuary on Wednesday, June 21. Twenty-seven students attended the Hillsboro wildlife reserve, with the hope of learning about birds. Upon arrival, they …
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7/6/23
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Grants were a central focus for the Litchfield City Council on Thursday, Aug. 17, as the city officials discussed two potential grants during public hearings before the meeting, then several other …
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by Kyle Herschelman
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8/21/23
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Experts say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. The mother-daughter owners of the Nu-Way Deli in Panama have taken that message to heart, providing free breakfast to local students …
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by Mary (Galer) Herschelman
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9/25/23
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The final Litchfield Pickers Market of the season will be Sunday, Oct. 8, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in downtown Litchfield. This vintage and antique market is a fun, family-friendly event and the city is …
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10/2/23
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Litchfield Bass Anglers invite the local community to come to their annual dinner and dance held on Saturday, March 16, at the Litchfield community center. The fun-filled evening will go from 5 p.m. …
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1/25/24
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The Nokomis High School Culinary classes are organizing their tenth annual Chili Cook-Off. The event serves as a way for students to showcase their culinary skills and creativity through delicious …
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2/5/24
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Seventeen youngsters will be vying to represent their hometown at 7 p.m. Friday, July 7, at the Nokomis Homecoming Pageants.
Eight candidates will compete for the crown worn by 2022 …
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7/6/23
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Local children will have new ground to make memories on as members of the Schram City Village board officially dedicated the property on Broadway and Washington as Washington Park during their …
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by Bethany Martin
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8/21/23
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Montgomery County residents showed some of their finest projects and brought home ribbons in a wide variety of categories at this year’s Illinois State Fair. Division I - Livestock Beef …
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9/25/23
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Hillsboro, Schram City and Taylor Springs remain under a water boil order after a water main break on Saturday afternoon, Sept. 30. According to Hillsboro Mayor Don Downs, the break occurred on …
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10/2/23
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Litchfield Health and Rehab Center has opened a new on-premises medical office to treat residents. The office was made possible through medical equipment contributions from Dr. Timothy Ishmael and …
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2/5/24
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The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) Board has approved $19 million in grants to support affordable housing and community revitalization efforts across Illinois. The City of Litchfield …
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9/25/23
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