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Kyle Dixon

Macoupin County

Dixon signs free agency deal with Patriots

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- A former Carlinville Cavalier is now part of the New England Patriots following a post-draft free agency signing. Kyle Dixon inked the deal with New England after going undrafted in the 2026 NFL Draft, April 23-25. Dixon, a record-setting receiver at the NAIA program, Culver-Stockton, was considered a long-shot late pick in the Draft. Unfortunately, no one selected him in the late rounds. Dixon marks the fourth Wildcat to be undrafted signing in the NFL The signing […]

todayMay 2, 2026 147 1 2

property tax taxes Montgomery County

Montgomery County

2025 Montgomery County final multiplier announced

SPRINGFIELD -- Montgomery County has been issued a final property assessment equalization factor of 1.0000. This is according to David Harris, director of the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR). The property assessment equalization factor, often called the "multiplier," is the method used to achieve uniform property assessments among counties, as required by law. This equalization is particularly important because some of the state's 6,600 local taxing districts overlap into two or more counties. This includes school districts, junior college districts, […]

todayMay 2, 2026 90 2

Pana

Christian County

Pana Council delays project vote

PANA -- The Pana City Council voted Monday to table second readings of resolutions relating to downtown projects. The readings were tabled due to the absence of alderpersons Butch Hocq and Glenda Garrett. The resolutions in question pertained to a pending redevelopment project for 117-119 S. Locust and 142-144 S. Locust by Jack Matthews Development. Alderman Tim Eddy voted in opposition to tabling both, while Alderwoman Katherine Stephens voted against tabling the second resolution. A special use permit for a […]

todayMay 1, 2026 80

Half Witt Winery

Montgomery County

Half Witt Winery sets May live music calendar

WITT -- Half Witt Winery recently revealed a series of live music events for May and the 2026 season. The Pizzazz Dance Band kicks off the 2026 live music season on Saturday, May 2. Not Petty will perform on Saturday, May 9, while Sam Lacy will perform on Saturday, May 16. Salmon Creek will perform on Saturday, May 23. On Saturday, May 30, the West End Boogie Project finishes off May with their performance. Food vendors will be available at […]

todayApril 30, 2026 48 2

fire

Montgomery County

Witt, Nokomis fire departments respond to Witt residential fire

WITT -- The Witt Volunteer Fire Department responded to a residential structure fire early Wednesday morning. The department would receive the dispatch call at 3:42 a.m., with Command 300 being the first to arrive on the scene of the fire on Monroe Street. Command was established, reporting light smoke emitting from the structure. Firefighters would enter the residence shortly after the arrival of Engine 301. An investigation would reveal a fire coming from the attic, which sat above the living […]

todayApril 30, 2026 41 1

Newkomis charity bar crawl

Illinois

Newkomis to hold Kentucky Derby-themed bar crawl

NOKOMIS -- Newkomis will be hosting the “Talk Derby To Me” Race for a Reason charity bar crawl on Saturday, May 2. Participants can expect drink specials, charity spotlights, raffle prizes, and a contest for the best derby hat. The crawl will begin at 3 p.m. at The Depot Pub. Registration and stamp card pickup will take place until 4:30 p.m. From 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., Nokomis FFA will be at Town Pump Bowl & Lounge in memory of […]

todayApril 19, 2026 63 2

Nokomis Public Library

Montgomery County

MEETING AGENDA: Nokomis Public Library

The following is the meeting agenda for the April 13, 2026 general business meeting of the Nokomis Township Public Library Board of Trustees, as posted by Board President Jake Leonard on Thursday, April 9: Call To Order / Roll Call Requests to Amend Agenda * Public Comments Board Correspondence Approval of Consent Agenda Meeting Minutes – March 2026 Treasurer’s Report Library Director’s Report Old Business EBSCO solar grant Nokomis Homecoming fundraiser New Business IT services proposals Mike Nelms & Brad […]

todayApril 13, 2026 33

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Local

COMMUNITY BULLETIN: April 12-18, 2026

HILLSBORO -- Imagine Hillsboro and the Hillsboro Health Junior Board are organizing the annual Spring Clean-Up on Saturday, April 18, from 8 a.m. to 12 noon. Residents in need of help with clearing leaves, brush, and simple outdoor repairs may call either Doug Johnson at 217-313-1125 or Melissa VanGiesen at 217-532-4477. Those seeking assistance are asked to provide a name, address, phone number, and the type of assistance needed. AgeLinc to host hearings The Area Agency on Aging for Lincolnland […]

todayApril 11, 2026 50

book club

Montgomery County

Nokomis Public Library to launch book club

NOKOMIS -- Nokomis Public Library is launching a new community book club and inviting readers to connect over stories and conversation. The club will hold its first meeting on Thursday, March 26, from 7:30–8:30 p.m. at the library. Everyone is welcome to attend, whether they are longtime book lovers, occasional readers, or simply curious about joining a discussion group. During the first session, participants will introduce themselves and talk about what they like to read. Then the group will choose its first […]

todayMarch 25, 2026 114

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