1st Place Sweep for the IVC Marching Grey Ghosts

If you’ve been following the 2024 IVC MARCHING GREY GHOSTS at all this year, you’ve seen a stellar program, week after week, entitled “Kaleidoscope Colors.” Read More »

Chillicothe Bible Church Welcomes New Senior Pastor

“I think God is calling us to Central Illinois,” Karl Anderson, the Senior Pastor of Sierra Bible Church in Reno, Nevada, told his wife Andrea, a Chillicothe native, this summer. Read More »

Real Estate Over Coffee – Seller’s vs Buyer’s Market

As we look toward the winter months, are you considering selling your home? If your current home’s location or size no longer meets your needs, finding a new place that better suits your lifestyle might be a priority. Read More »

A Night In Bethlehem

Come to the FREE Night in Bethlehem Family Experience Open House. What a wonderful time for families to celebrate the true reason for Christmas! On December 7th, the Chillicothe Christian Church will be transformed into the ancient town of Bethlehem. Read More »

Obituary – Germaine S. Shaffer

Germaine, age 82, of Chillicothe, passed away on Monday, October 14, 2024 at her home. Read More »

Help Chris Schaffner and Her Family Through Her Heart Transplant Journey

Chris and her husband Gary are the owners of Lela’s Resale Shoppe here in Chillicothe and Chris is on the wait list for a heart transplant. Read More »

Will Your Christmas Celebration Be AI?

For those of you who read of my family Thanksgiving celebrations, I hope it brought similar memories of happy times with your family. Read More »

Nelly’s Corner

Most real guys my age watched “The Rifle Man” starring Chuck Conners each week on TV. One of a dozen Wild West shows we were immersed in, but that show was special because of the twirling action of the lever action rifle putting down the bad guys. Read More »

Cooking With Vickie Britton – Crockpot Pumpkin Cobbler

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Chillicothe, IL 1993–1995

The following is part Twenty-Five 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 »

Library Offers Chance to Read Off the Beaten Path This Winter

The seasons are turning, and that means it’s time for another reading challenge at Chillicothe Public Library District (CPLD)! Read More »

Consider These Year-End Financial Moves

Once again, it’s the busy holiday season. Still, try to take the time to consider some financial moves before we turn the calendar to 2025. Read More »

IVC Ghost Post – December 2024

On October 30th, IVC held a successful Red Cross blood drive. IVC would like to thank the community members who visited the high school to help us reach our blood donation goals. Each donation saves 3 lives! Read More »

The Insurance Corner – Understanding Sublimits in Homeowner’s Insurance: Protecting Your Valuables

Homeowner’s and renter’s insurance provides vital protection against a range of risks, from property damage to liability claims. Read More »

Chillicothe Park District 2024: Breaking New Ground and Building Stronger Connections

The Chillicothe Park District spent 2024 experiencing much growth, excitement, and new connections within the community. Read More »

Rise and Shine: Making an Impact

Are you a morning person who enjoys breakfast? Are you looking to make a positive impact in your community and beyond with a minimal time commitment? Are you ready to discover a sense of purpose, fulfillment, and greater happiness? Read More »

Chillicothe Circle of Service

We’re now at the halfway point of our Terri Lynn nut sales and back at it after a short Thanksgiving break. This fundraising project lets us award scholarships to 2025 IVC seniors, and we greatly appreciate the support of the community. Read More »

Message from the Chamber of Commerce

This year’s Christmas Parade is behind us…. Next year, we are going to be moving the parade date to December 6th rather than the Saturday before Thanksgiving. Read More »

Optimistically Speaking

Winter is now upon us; it seems to sneak up so quickly after the leaves start to fall. We start putting extra blankets on the beds, storing away our outside yard things, mowing the grass for the last time, and then its time to get ready for Christmas. Read More »

Community Needs Agency Is Preparing for Its Annual Campaign to Support Christmas Food Basket Distribution

Community Needs Agency’s (CNA) annual campaign to provide needy families in the area with Christmas food baskets—as well as provide the agency with year-round operating funds—is off and running. Read More »

Why I JOINED? Chillicothe Community Fire Protection District

My name is Tom Shubert, and I have been married to my wife Rona, for 31 years. We have one son, Zach, who is a Peoria firefighter. We also have one grandson, Owen. Read More »

In the Garden

I am always amazed that I am still working in the garden at this time of year… But you can still turn the soil, plant spring bulbs, and mix in compost and mulch until the ground freezes. Also, you can save some of this year’s seeds for next year’s flowers. Read More »

In The Spotlight – Nancy Kaelin: American Legion Auxiliary Unit # 9

There’s an old adage that says: Behind every great man is a great woman. This holds true for the women of the Chillicothe American Legion Auxiliary. At the helm of these women of Unit #9 is President, Nancy Kaelin. Read More »

What’s Happening in Chillicothe... December 2024

The Chillicothe community dedicates significant time and energy to collecting essential items—such as food, coats, hats, and gloves—and raising funds with the annual bell-ringing fundraising drive supporting the Community Needs Agency (CNA). Read More »

Chillicothe’s Hometown Hero – Matt Chapman, The Music Man

Since the beginning, sounds or vibrations that have tickled the anvil, hammer, and stirrup to cause a pleasing or soothing stimulus to the human brain, slowly evolved into the wonderful world of music. Read More »