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On Tuesday, Nov. 21, Hillsboro locals had the opportunity that many only dream of: to bowl a turkey. While a turkey in bowling traditionally means three strikes in a row, at Hillsboro’s Capri …
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11/22/23
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Some members of the Let’s Grow Fillmore committee got their picture taken with Santa Claus himself at this year’s Christmas tree lighting event, held Saturday evening, Nov. 18, in …
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11/22/23
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The Montgomery County Health Department's office in Litchfield has moved from West Union Ave. to 1357 East Union Ave., across from Elmwood Cemetery, although an official opening date for the new …
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11/22/23
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An amendment to the municipal code pertaining the minimum of square footage for the footprint of a residence that can be built on a piece of property was tabled during the Litchfield City Council …
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by Kyle Herschelman
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11/20/23
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Two people were killed in a two-vehicle accident Sunday morning, Nov. 19, on Fillmore Trail, just west of Bended Trail, between Hillsboro and Fillmore.
Both drivers, Damian P. Dobrinich, 58, of …
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11/20/23
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Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and no one should have to spend the holiday alone. The community is invited to attend the 32nd annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner. The free thanksgiving meal …
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11/20/23
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“We’ve had a really great year,” Montgomery County Farm Bureau Manager Katie Wilson said to members assembled at the 106th annual meeting on Thursday, Nov. 16, …
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by Mike Plunkett
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11/20/23
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More than 50 local volunteers joined Imagine Hillsboro and the Hillsboro Area Hospital Junior Board in helping to rake leaves for senior citizens on Saturday morning, Nov. 18, as part of this …
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11/20/23
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This October, members of Hillsboro Unit Education Association, the teacher’s union representing certified staff in the Hillsboro School District held a drive to stock the local food pantries. …
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11/20/23
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Clara Armbruster was crowned 2023 Snow Queen, Adilyn Milanos was crowned 2023 Snow Princess, and Demi Maass was crowned 2023 Little Miss Snow Princess. The 2023 Snow Queen is the 16-year-old daughter …
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11/20/23
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The names of the top three finalists in this years Patriot’s Pen Essay Contest, conducted at Zion Lutheran School in Litchfield were announced today. Evan Fricke, Audrey Orf, and Emma …
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11/20/23
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Tickets are still available for the Historical Society Christmas House Tour on Sunday, Nov. 26, from 1 to 4 p.m. Tickets are $17 in advance or $20 at the door and may be purchased at the Montgomery …
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11/20/23
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The HHS Topper Art Club will be hosting a pottery glazing event fundraiser. all are welcome to come to the glazing open house event in the Hillsboro High School art room on Saturday, Dec. 2, from 11 …
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11/20/23
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High school reunions are often about the chance to reconnect with those classmates who you may have lost touch with, but for the Hillsboro High School Class of 2003, reunions are also a chance to …
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11/20/23
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These lucky winners are all smiles after finding a golden ticket in their ‘Boro Bar, a joint promotion between Hillsboro businesses The Sweet Spot and The Orpheum Theatre ahead of the premier …
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11/20/23
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Ardent Spirits in Collinsville debuted a new spirit line at Opera House Brewing Company in Hillsboro during a special event on Wednesday, Nov. 8. “It was sold out,” Opera House owner Tony …
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11/20/23
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The third time was the charm for members of the Montgomery County Board who voted 9-3 to approve an $11.6 million general fund budget. Discussion was sometimes …
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by Mary (Galer) Herschelman
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11/16/23
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The Nokomis City Council met in its regularly scheduled meeting on Nov. 13 and, once again, repairing the city’s water and sewer operations took center stage in the discussions. The council …
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By Ben Schwarm
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11/16/23
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It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in downtown Hillsboro. City crews installed lighted snowflakes on the power poles up and down Main Street on Monday, Nov. 13. The following day, they …
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11/16/23
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This week all four Montgomery County high school girls basketball teams hit the floor for the first time this season, with Lincolnwood and Nokomis earning wins in their debuts. Next week it’s …
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11/16/23
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