Well it is Official, our Chillicothe Engine 1 has been delivered to its final destination!

Us donating the Engine was the easy part. It has taken many people doing paperwork, asking for favors, politicking, and risking their lives to get it there. Read More »

Random Acts of Kindness

Throughout human history, people have been known to help others through selfless acts of compassion and generosity. Read More »

HERE’S A QUESTION FOR YOU: How Do You Choose Which Grocery Line to Check Out With?

If you’re like me (and you’ve got too many items for the self check-out), you look for the line that you think will get you checked out the quickest…..am I right? Read More »

OBITUARY – Melvin (Mel) L. Blunier

Melvin Blunier, age 94, of Chillicothe, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2023, at his home with his wife by his side. He had battled Alzheimer’s for the past 11 years. Read More »

OBITUARY – Michael “Mick” Dean Horan

“Mick” Horan, age 81, of Chillicothe, passed away on Thursday, December 15, 2022 at his home. Read More »

Obituary – Lori J. Gassaway

On December 30, 2022, Lori Jean (McWilliams) Gassaway, 61, passed away unexpectedly in her sleep at her home in Rockford, IL. Read More »

Chillicothe, IL 1885 - 1892

The following is the third of a multi-part article about the timeline of Chillicothe, IL. This article will illustrate the key dates along with the key individuals that helped to shape our city’s great history. Read More »

Nelly’s Corner—The Invasion of 1960

In the Spring of 1960 an invasion occurred in our town. It’s started as a slow trickle coming from downtown. They were brought in by big trucks early in the morning. Read More »

Cooking With Vickie Britton—Bread Pudding

This a great little dessert. It is made with basic pantry ingredients and some day old bread. Read More »

The Insurance Corner

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Chillicothe Chamber of Commerce Member of the Month

Cuddles with Kindness® is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to providing comfort to kids in need. Read More »

Chillicothe Chamber Events—February 2023

February Chamber Events The 3rd Annual Chillicothe Chocolate Tour is being held on Saturday, February 11th from 11–3pm. Tickets are $15 and are available at Chillicothe City Hall, Nat’s Place, Happy Thought Coffee, and Little Land of Candy N’ More. Read More »

Why I Joined Chillicothe Community Fire Protection District—Jim Benisch

My first introduction to the CCFD/CFD was when I was six or seven. The house across from ours caught fire, and we watched the department hard at work. Read More »

Optimistically Speaking

Optimism is; “Hopefulness and confidence about the future or the successful outcome of something.” Read More »

Old Steam Locomotives Stored at Chillicothe

Some remember the twenty old steam locomotives stored on the back northwest yard tracks in 1957 and 1958. These engines were the Santa Fe Railway’s Class 2-10-4 Texas-Type that had been leased to the Pennsylvania Railroad for use out East. Read More »

EAGLE WATCH BREAKFAST

From late December through early March hundreds of American Bald Eagles take up residence along the Illinois River. Read More »

Tech & More at Your Library

Stop by Chillicothe Public Library, and you might hear a mysterious humming sound. Is it the library ghost? Is R2-D2 doing some genealogy research? Read More »

IVC Ghost Post

Here is what is happening on the IVC scene this February… Read More »

ANITA 'nother HUG

Anita (Vonk) Ward is currently battling cancer. Our goal is to help offset some of the expenses that she and her family are experiencing. Read More »

Local Boy Makes Good

Believe it or not, Chillicothe, Illinois has its share of past or current citizens who have distinguished themselves with outstanding achievements and are locally famous for that. Read More »

REAL ESTATE OVER COFFEE — Customizing Your Home

A house truly becomes your own, not when you sign the deed, but after you customize it to your unique lifestyle. Read More »

IN THE SPOTLIGHT—Michael Mahoney

Websters definition of a lawyer is; a person that practices or studies law, an attorney or counselor. While Mike is all that, he is much more than that to the town of Chillicothe. Read More »

What’s Happening in Chillicothe...

February is a favorite month around here as the American Bald Eagles take up residence along the Illinois River. Read More »

Letter From the Editor – February 2023

Did you know that this newspaper is also online? Maybe you read something that you would like to share with a relative or friend that doesn’t get the paper mailed to them. Read More »

Chillicothe’s Hometown Hero—Resilient, Competitive, Generous, Home.

Time is a great storyteller and absence makes the heart grow fonder. She left with her love and partner Phil when he was transferred to Iowa working on the Santa Fe Railroad in 1992. Read More »