local news

136 Results / Page 3 of 16

AD
Nokomis

Local

Nokomis Chamber discusses fall rummage, fruit sales

NOKOMIS -- The Nokomis Chamber of Commerce met at noon on Thursday, September 7 inside the council chambers at the city complex. Secretary Roger Blankenship made an announcement that he is resigning and retiring from the Chamber after 43 years. His resignation and retirement were approved by members in attendance. A Secretary would need to be appointed to serve the remainder of the term ending in March 2024. Minutes from the May meeting were approved without objection, as was the […]

todaySeptember 12, 2023 46

Illinois Litchfield

Illinois

Workforce training center opens in Litchfield

LITCHFIELD (The Center Square) – The new South Central Illinois Regional Workforce Training and Innovation Center in Litchfield is open, thanks to $8.6 million in funding from tax and fee increases. State and local officials cut the ribbon on the training facility this week to serve Montgomery and Macoupin counties. Litchfield Mayor Steve Daugherty said the new facility will be instrumental in training the next generation of workers. State and local officials cut the ribbon on the South Central Illinois […]

todaySeptember 4, 2023 1211

2024 primary

Decision 2024

Primary petitioning in Montgomery County begins Tuesday

HILLSBORO -- Established party candidates of the Democratic and Republican parties interested in running for county offices to be nominated or elected in the March 19, 2024 primary may now receive petitions from the office of Montgomery County Clerk Sandy Leitheiser. The circulation period begins Tuesday, September 5. The filing period for nominating papers is from November 27 to December 4. County offices to be nominated in the March primary include State's Attorney, circuit clerk, and coroner. In addition, there […]

todaySeptember 3, 2023 51

Nokomis

Illinois

Nokomis council hears audit report

NOKOMIS -- The Nokomis City Council heard the results of its annual fiscal audit during its August 28 regular session. All members were present with the exception of Commissioner Lou Stauder. Whitey Patton of Patton and Company would present the annual audit report to the council. He suggests that water and sewer should be moved into its own bank account and separate from the general fund. He believes that it would make the next audit easier. With grant and loan […]

todayAugust 30, 2023 531

Nokomis Central Illinois

Local

Major water project looms for Nokomis

NOKOMIS -- The Nokomis City Council will soon need to decide on the future of a major water project. The project was a matter of discussion during the August 14 regular meeting of the council. Lee Beckwith from Milano and Grunloh was on the agenda to discuss the wastewater treatment plant. Unfortunately, he was unable to appear. Beckwith was invited to appear at the meeting by Commissioner Michael Glenn. The intent for the invitation was to discuss approving an agreement […]

todayAugust 23, 2023 179

pickleball

Illinois

Pickleball fundraiser set for Saturday

Proceeds help with pickleball court renovations in Raymond's Kiwanis Park

RAYMOND -- Here's a quick question for you: what does putt-putt golf have to do with pickleball? This Saturday in Raymond, a putt-putt golf fundraiser will raise funds for the renovation and continued care of the pickleball courts at Kiwanis Park. "Garage Golf" will feature nine holes at various locations in Raymond Saturday between the hours of 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. The event is sponsored by the Panhandle Picklers, and the cost to participate is $25 per person. Event […]

todayAugust 18, 2023 51

food

Local

Illinois Extension offering certified food class

HILLSBORO -- The University of Illinois Extension will be offering the state-mandated Certified Food Protection Managers class and exam. The Illinois Department of Public Health Food Sanitation Code (section 750.540) requires food service establishments to be under the operational supervision of a certified food protection manager during hours of operation. Certificates need renewal every five years and class attendance is mandatory to sit for the exam. The University of Illinois Extension of Montgomery County will be offering the course and […]

todayAugust 8, 2023 42

extreme heat relief rain thunderstorms July 29 2023

Illinois

Is extreme heat relief on the way?

UPDATE 4:03 p.m. CDT: The severe thunderstorm watch has extended into south-central and some parts of east-central Illinois. The watch has also been extended until 9 p.m. - JL The Heartland Newsfeed/Heartland Newsfeed Radio Network coverage area has been plagued with extreme heat this week. A heat advisory remains in effect until 9 p.m. Central tonight, but could relief be coming in before that? The National Weather Service is thinking that it is possible. At 11:25 a.m., the National Weather […]

todayJuly 29, 2023 791

property tax taxes

Illinois

First installment of property taxes due July 14

HILLSBORO -- Montgomery County taxpayers have just over a week until the first installment for 2022 property taxes due this year. Montgomery County Treasurer Nikki Lohman reminds county residents that this installment for real estate taxes will be due on July 14. Lohman's office sent out tax bills to real estate owners on July 14. However, due to ongoing issues with the United States Postal Service, many have not received their bill. Options available to pay property taxes this year […]

todayJuly 6, 2023 87

AD
hmgcil newfooter UpdatedMarch2025

REVOLUTION RADIO PREVIOUS SONGS

Listen on Online Radio Box! Revolution RadioRevolution Radio

DEADLINES & PUBLICATION INFORMATION

Daily deadlines
News and sports submissions
: 11 p.m. Central
Advertising, legals, obituaries: 5 p.m. Central

Monday-Friday deadlines
Other business inquiries: 5 p.m. Central

Publication times
Late breaking news as it happens
Normal publication:
11 p.m. Central daily
Other news:
Published as it’s made available

ADVERTISEMENT

ADVERTISEMENT

AD
AD
AD
AD