Small Business Saturday: Shop Local, Support Your Community

Small Business Saturday is not just another shopping day; it’s a celebration of local entrepreneurship and the backbone of our communities Read More »

Chillicothe Christian Films To End November 20th

In mid-2016, we asked several Chillicothe churches a simple question—would you consider partnering in a free monthly Christian movie night? Read More »

Obituary - Sarah Mae Williamson

Sarah Mae Williamson, age 70, of Chillicothe, passed away on Friday, September 22, 2023 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, surrounded by loved ones, after a heroic battle with ovarian cancer. Read More »

Getting Your Clothes Static Free

The age-old question of how to get your clothes soft and not have that annoying static cling. Nothing worse than going to work and having your pant leg stuck to your sock four inches off the ground and your buddies at work pointing it out to everyone but you. Read More »

Cooking With Vickie Britton - November 2023

Cranberry-Orange Relish Read More »

The Insurance Corner: Don’t Gamble on Minimum Coverage Policies

One of the biggest pitfalls a car owner can make is buying the minimum liability limits required by their state. Read More »

Chillicothe’s Open-Air Theater

The Chillicothe Optimist’s Club has a jewel of a movie theater! I was a member of the Club and am proud to say I helped the Club purchase the facility in 2009. Read More »

Chillicothe, IL 1951 - 1954

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

Nelly's Corner - November 2023

50s and 60s Big Bird Day. Same bird. Same day. Read More »

Random Acts of Kindness - November 2023

When a woman struck up a conversation with a homeless man, she didn’t imagine it would change his life forever. Read More »

An Interview With Don White, President of the Chillicothe Chamber of Commerce

: Don, why are you involved with the Chamber of Commerce? Read More »

Why I Joined Chillicothe Community Fire Protection District – Craig Bannister

As I think about it, I can name four people that influenced my decision to join the fire department Read More »

Chillicothe Lions Club - November 2023

The Chillicothe Lions Club had District Governor Mark Bean come to our October meeting. Read More »

The Chillicothe Rotary - November 2023

On Tuesday, October 10, 2023 the Chillicothe Rotary Club hosted a breakfast for the German exchange students during our meeting at Grecian Gardens. Read More »

Optimistically Speaking - November 2023

Congratulations to our teacher winners for October; Katie Grivetti from St. Edwards, Erin Lingenfelter from CEC, and Courtney McCaw from Mossville. Each teacher will receive $50 for their classrooms. Read More »

Circle of Service News - November 2023

Terri Lynn Nut Sales begin in November, and items will be available during regular business hours at Cutting Edge, Hair Masters, Plaza Cleaning, and Shear Grace. Read More »

In the Garden - November 2023

It looks like fall has arrived…the leaves are turning colors and some are twirling to the ground. Many of the flowers have set their seeds. Read More »

REAL ESTATE OVER COFFEE: The American Dream... What Is the American Dream?

Ever since I was at a young age, I was told owning your home was the American Dream. Owning your own home is a financial investment that allows someone to build equity, generational stability, and wealth. Read More »

IVC Ghost Post - November 2023

Here is what has been happening on the IVC scene this fall… Read More »

Languages at the Library

Language literacy at Chillicothe Public Library goes beyond English. Learning a new language introduces countless new ways of seeing the world and interacting with other people Read More »

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Shaun Grant – Principal South School “Changing Lives One Child At A Time”

Some things are just meant to be, and Shaun Grant, the principal of South School, was meant to educate and mentor children. Read More »

What’s Happening in Chillicothe... November 2023

November is a month of thanksgiving and a transitional month marked by decreasing temperatures and the beginning of the holiday season. It’s a time when nature prepares for winter, and the community focuses on both outdoor and indoor activities suitable for the cooler weather. Read More »

Letter From the Editor – November 2023

November marks the start of holiday shopping for most people, and some people I know already have their shopping done. But, when I was a kid, it was Thanksgiving Day that officially marked the start of the holiday season. Read More »

Chillicothe’s Hometown Hero – Josh Taylor: Once a Grey Ghost, always a Grey Ghost!

Growing up and living flush on the banks of the Illinois River, Josh Taylor was a young man whose journey from a star athlete in high school to the city of Angels is one that has been well documented. Read More »