Chillicothe Parks Foundation Brings “Play for All” to Chillicothe

On September 1st, the supporters of the Chillicothe Parks Foundation and the Chillicothe Park District’s Board of Trustees celebrated BIG with the completion of the “Play for All” Project at Shore Acres Park! Read More »

The Insurance Corner – What Is Replacement Cost Homeowners Coverage?

Unfortunately, disaster can strike at any time. No one is immune to the threat of losing his or her home due to any number of possible hazards. But a recent survey found that most homeowners are seriously underinsured. Read More »

Baseball, Football, and Halloween – It Has to Be October

As months go, there is a lot going on in October. We are deep into the World Series and high school football season is nearly half over. College and professional football games seem to be on every channel of the television and tailgate parties are all around. Read More »

Obituary – Kimberly Sue Watkins

Kimberly, age 60, of Chillicothe, passed away on Thursday, August 22, 2024 at Methodist Hospital in Peoria. Read More »

Nelly’s Corner

I couldn’t wait to get to the fishing water. My used pole was strapped across the handlebars of the fastest bike on Birren Avenue and Sunny Side Street. The fishing reel had a habit of falling off my pole so I brought the cure all of our house.....duk tape! Read More »

In the Garden – October 2024

Autumn is not only a time for tidying up our gardens, but it is also a great time to think about how we want our gardens to bloom in the spring. October is a good time to plant those spring bulbs that will cheer us up after the cold Illinois winter. Read More »

Cooking With Vickie Britton – Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies!

Lets make some Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies! Read More »

Chillicothe, IL 1988–1990

The following is part Twenty-Three 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 »

Chillicothe Public Library District Is More Than Just Books

The Chillicothe Public Library Board of Trustees approved the decision to put a Referendum on the November 5, 2024 ballot. The question, posed to those within the Chillicothe Public Library District, asks if the current General Fund tax rate, set in 1992, be established at .25% instead of .15%. Read More »

Take Advantage of Open Enrollment

If you work for a midsize or large company, you may soon be able to review your employee benefits package, as we are entering open enrollment season. So, consider your options carefully. Read More »

Quilts of Valor

On August 25, 2024, during the Gems of the Prairie Quilters quilt show held at the Life Together Center in Peoria, Don Thompson, of Chillicothe and a Vietnam Veteran, was one of 12 recipients of the 2024 Quilts of Valor Award. Read More »

Passing the Torch: A New Beginning

The 2020 pandemic created incredible difficulty for small town theaters. In 2021 the Chillicothe Optimist Town Theatre reached out through GoFundMe in order to keep the doors open. The public responded amazingly! Over $12,650 was raised for a $10,000 goal. Read More »

Why I JOINED? Chillicothe Community Fire Protection District

Greetings! My name is Devin Wilson, and I have been a proud member of Chillicothe's fire department since March of 2024. Joining the department has been one of the best decisions of my entire life, and I couldn't be more grateful for the opportunities and experiences it has provided me. Read More »

Seven Areas of Focus

Rotary International has identified seven key areas of focus that guide the organization’s global efforts and service projects. These areas are designed to address some of the most pressing challenges faced by communities locally and worldwide. Read More »

Chillicothe Lions Club – October 2024

The Chillicothe Lions Club donated $600 to each of the Chillicothe Elementary Schools in September. Read More »

Chillicothe Circle of Service – October 2024

With donations from Riverside Chevrolet, Geiger True Value Hardware, Allen Road Walmart, our members, and an amount designated in the budget, Chillicothe Circle of Service School Supplies Committee members delivered $1,710 in gift cards to the seven area schools. Read More »

Message from the Chamber of Commerce – October 2024

This year’s Merchant Trick or Treat event will be happening downtown on October 25th. Dress up the kids and come and get some candy! Read More »

Optimistically Speaking – October 2024

Fall is always a busy time of year for the Optimist’s Club. On September 12th we had our annual Chili Supper and Bake Sale at South School. As always, the chili was great and a large crowd was on hand to eat it. Read More »

George Taylor: Teacher – Coach – Gentleman, Part 3

After a remarkable 37-year career in coaching and teaching, George Taylor retired in 1972, but his dedication to his community remained strong. George and Dorothy left Chillicothe for a peaceful 322-acre farm in Revere, Missouri. Read More »

Nightmare On Second Street Event – Hosted by the Chillicothe Zombie Walk

Spooky season is almost here! Join us for a spine-chilling day of spooky fun on Second Street! This all-day extravaganza will feature a vendor fair full of local crafters and artisans, scary story times, pumpkin decorating, delicious food vendors, a parade spectacular, kids activities and games, and so much more! Read More »

Keeping Your Belongings Safe

For a variety of reasons, many people store their belongings in mini-storage units. In some cases, mini-storage facilities have security cameras to help protect the storage units from theft, but usually there isn’t electricity available for individual security systems. Read More »

IN THE SPOTLIGHT – Max Bundy

Born in 1957, Max Bundy was one of five boys. He grew up in Rome along the Illinois River. He went to Mossville Grade School and then graduated from IVC High School in 1975. Read More »

What’s Happening in Chillicothe... October 2024

Mark your calendars for the Homecoming activities on October 3rd and the Homecoming Parade and game on October 4th. The City of Chillicothe becomes “Halloween Town” in the month of October. Read More »

Chillicothe’s Hometown Hero – Dianne Gill Colwell: Back in the Day

It’s been said that a town is only as good as the people who live there, but location, natural resources, a steady mixture of climate temperatures, rich black soil, and golden sand and gravel have contributed greatly in the early railway and river settlement of our home we call Chillicothe. Read More »