Getting to Know a New Chillicothe Business—Chill n’ Juice

Why did you choose this type of business? Ryan, “I wanted to open something modern and practical. I know some people want to start a healthy lifestyle but do not know where to begin. Read More »

65th Anniversary ILLINOIS MENNONITE RELIEF SALE—March 18, 2023

For a special day with the whole family, plan to attend the 65th Anniversary Illinois Mennonite Relief Sale on March 18 at the Interstate Center in Bloomington. Read More »

Something to Know About Faraway Mercantile

When asked the meaning of their business name, they responded: We decided to go with the name Faraway for a nod to our grandparents who lived in New Mexico. Read More »

Better Banks Announces New Branch Manager at Chillicothe Location

Better Banks has announced a new Branch Manager in the Chillicothe branch. Jen Jeakins was recently promoted to the position. Read More »

What Is Chillicothe Players Theatre?

Did you know that Chillicothe has its own little community theatre group? Chillicothe Players has been around for many years, but not everyone is aware of this little powerhouse of entertainment. Read More »

Chillicothe, IL 1892 - 1915

The following is the fourth 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: 1963 — Mid-Summer

Skip Stone, my riverside buddy, enjoyed a paradise of adventure on the unending river. At age 11 he had his own fishing boat with a motor... unheard of at that time. Read More »

The Insurance Corner

Your credit rating can affect a lot more than you may think. Almost all insurance companies factor in credit ratings to set rates for new and existing auto insurance customers. Read More »

Cooking With Vickie Britton

This is one of our family’s favorites. Its quick and easy and can be made the day before. Read More »

Lessons to Learn in Our Hometown

Time flies by so fast. It just seems like yesterday that many were amused with the folklore or superstition around groundhogs, shadows, and winter. Read More »

Freedom Paws Service Dogs Needs Your Help

Many of us have seen the commercials on TV about veterans and first responders, experiencing PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) but, did you know we have a nonprofit foundation in the Chillicothe area that works to provide and train dogs to assist with PTSD? Read More »

Why I Joined Chillicothe Community Fire Protection District— Jen Gustafson

My name is Jen Gustafson, and I am a mother to four exceptional children and a grandmother to three beautiful grandchildren. Read More »

Random Acts of Kindness

Tonight as we were leaving football practice with my three kids, my 4 year old was tired and began to cry. Then my 7 year old upon hearing what we were having for dinner began to cry, because she didn’t like it. Read More »

Rotary Club of Chillicothe

The Eagle Watch Breakfast was a lot of work and a huge success! On Saturday, February 11, 2023 the Rotary Club of Chillicothe partnered with the Lions Club to bring the community a pancake and sausage breakfast. Read More »

Chillicothe Reunion in Gilbert, AZ

There were 16 Chillicothians who attended the Chillicothe reunion on Wednesday, February 8th at the Golden Corral in Gilbert, Arizona. Read More »

Optimistically Speaking

Just think; Spring is right around the corner. We all feel better as the days begin to lengthen and the temperature starts to rise. Read More »

IVC Ghost Post—March 2023

Here is what is happening in March… Read More »

IVC High School’s Theatre Department presents Disney’s the Little Mermaid

IVC High School’s Theatre Department proudly presents Disney’s the Little Mermaid, March 16–18 at 7pm, and March 19 at 3pm, in the IVC auditorium. Read More »

A Millionaire at Age 21—The Story of George Madison Foote

What would you do if on the day you turned 21 you inherited cash and property worth more than a million dollars? A dream come true, or a burden to bear. Read More »

It’s All Fun & Games at Chillicothe Public Library

What can tell a story, exercise your brain, build life skills, and provide hours of fun—and are available at your local public library? Read More »

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Trish Westerman Connor

Trish is a hometown girl that has lived here most of her life. She was born in Chicago, as her father had moved there for work, but by the time she was five and ready to start kindergarten her family moved back to their hometown of Chillicothe where her entire extended family lived and still do. Read More »

What’s Happening in Chillicothe... March 2023

March is a wonderful time to be living in Chillicothe! The weather begins to warm and spring is in the air. Read More »

Letter From the Editor—March 2023

This is our 10th issue of the Hometown Voice and I am so grateful for all the ideas, articles, and photos that are submitted each month to make this truly a community newspaper. Read More »

Chillicothe’s Hometown Hero: BADGE 3907 — A Calling, Lawman, Family Man, Fireman

White plumes of smoke curled up from the old man’s pipe while he slowly recalled the days when he carried a nightstick, blackjack, and a 38 caliber Smith and Wesson revolver as a part-time peacemaker for East Peoria in the late days of Truman and the early days of Eisenhower. Read More »