What Legends Are Made Of!

Growing up before the advent of social media may now seem boring to some, without Twitter or Instagram to track our sports heroes, we often looked to local legends to idolize. This year marked the 50th anniversary of the last basketball state championship for our community when the 1972 Chillicothe Pearce Mustangs Read More »

Cooking With Vickie Britton - Cheesy Potatoes

If you have ever been to one of the Britton’s Annual Fish Fries, you have enjoyed my cheesy potatoes. Read More »

FOCUS ON LOCAL—Geiger True Value

Sadly, family run businesses are almost a thing of the past. The capital it takes to start a business and the monthly financial strain can be immense. Let alone the long hours which can be difficult for families to endure. The smaller stores can also have a difficult time competing with the big box stores that have the purchasing power and sometimes lower prices. Read More »

Chillicothe Chamber of Commerce News - August 2022

It’s been a fun and wonderful summer here in Chillicothe, Illinois. We are glowing with pride for the success of the Chillicothe Days Carnival in June, and the eventful fundraising events held here in our community for the Chamber and for the Lions Club with the Mr. Chillicothe Contest. Read More »

Chillicothe Town Theatre News - August 2022

The Chillicothe Town Theatre offered a $500 prize drawing from the list of patrons that had purchased a movie subscription through May 31, 2022. Read More »

Chillicothe Optimist Club News - August 2022

The Chillicothe Optimist Club honored a $1,000 scholarship each to Brendan Adler, who will attend ISU in Normal, and Elaine Grant, who will attend UIS in Springfield Read More »

Chillicothe Circle of Service - August 2022

Diapers, diapers, diapers! Cargo space in two SUVs was nearly full of diapers, donated by Circle of Service members at the July meeting and delivered by Terri Sibrel to Center for Prevention of Abuse. Read More »

How Much Laundry Detergent Should I Use?

Last month we talked about liquid fabric softener and what it can do to your clothes, dryer, and washing machine. This month we are going to touch on laundry detergent dos and don’ts. Read More »

CLASS OF 1961

The Class of 1961 celebrated 61 years together on June 17th & 18th at Molly’s and Grecian Gardens. Read More »

In the Garden - August 2022

We are deeply into summer now with all its glorious flowers and trees… really busy days in the garden. If your iris did not bloom as expected, here are the most likely reasons: Read More »

Why I Joined the Chillicothe Fire Department

My name is Tyler Millar; I am lucky enough to have married my high school sweetheart. We have four amazing kids that keep us both very busy. We have lived in Illinois for five years, and four of those years happily in Chillicothe. Initially, my company moved us out here, and we thought, where are we? Read More »

IVC Ghost Post - August 2022

It’s that time of year again…Back to School! Here are a few important events that will be happening in the month of August in the IVC School District. Read More »

The 4th of July Fireworks Event Went Off With a BANG!

The 4th of July fireworks display for 2022 was another success in Chillicothe thanks to the generous donations of time and money from the community. 2,500 people attended this year’s event and $4,849 was raised that evening. Read More »

Let’s Go to Blarney’s

How many of you reading this paper can say they have eaten at Blarney Castle or picked up a pizza there, or just had a great experience at that long-time Chillicothe area eatery? I sure can. Read More »

REAL ESTATE OVER COFFEE—Is Now the Right Time to Buy a Home?

Is now the right time to buy a home? I know the interest rates have and are going up, but they are still good. Let’s look at the big picture. You have three choices: Read More »

What's Happening in Chillicothe...August 2022

We continue to ask our residents to conserve water as the water restriction continues. Our wells are not yet up to full power. Please continue to reduce the use of water to “only as needed for domestic purposes and DO NOT use water for exterior watering like irrigation systems, sprinklers, soakers, etc. Handheld watering is permitted.” Read More »

In the Spotlight: Jeff Wallin, Brad Wallin Tournament — St. Jude

Jeff, a native of Chillicothe, graduated from IVC in 1989. After graduating, he joined the Air Force where he met and married Lori, his wife. Jeff and Lori had two children; Brooke and Bradley. In 2003, Brad was diagnosed with Osteosarcoma, a rare form of childhood bone cancer. Read More »

Chillicothe’s Hometown Hero—Philip M. “Mike” Ratcliff

Webster says, a volunteer is a person who undertakes some task or service of his own free will. Often a person like this wants no credit or recognition. Webster also says a coach is a tutor and trainer of athletics. He can also teach worthy endeavors and life skills. On October 16, 1960, Philip and Juanita welcomed their new baby boy into the world and all was good. Read More »