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The Insurance Corner – Don’t Rely on Employer Life Insurance Coverage Alone

Dec 30, 2024 01:29PM ● By Gus Krantz, CFP®, CTFA, AFIS, Agency Principal with Turner Hicks Agency

Americans are dangerously under-protected when it comes to life insurance. Three in four American households without life insurance report they would have immediate or near-immediate trouble paying for basic living expenses in the event of the death of a primary wage earner.

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Chillicothe, IL 1995–2002

Dec 30, 2024 12:35PM ● By Brian L. Fislar

The following is part Twenty-Six 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.

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Fun and Games at Chillicothe Public Library

Dec 30, 2024 12:33PM

When you think “library,” what comes to mind? Books, probably—but Chillicothe Public Library’s mission to bring people, information, and ideas together goes far beyond the printed page.

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L.L. “Doc” Pearce: Educator, Minister, and Craftsman

Dec 30, 2024 12:32PM ● By Brian L. Fislar

For the past 85 years, the name Pearce has been woven into the fabric of the community, yet the remarkable life of the man behind it has faded from memory. This is the story of L.L. “Doc” Pearce.

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In the Garden

Dec 30, 2024 12:29PM ● By JB Culbertson

January and February are my months to rest, relax, exercise, and dream (plan) for next year’s (2025) garden…maintaining your own lawn and garden can bring beauty to your outdoor area.

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Chillicothe Public Library District Annexes LaPrairie Township

Dec 30, 2024 12:25PM

The November 5, 2024 election ballot featured two questions posed to voters in both Peoria and Marshall counties. One question focused on minimally increasing the current operational tax rate, while the other related to the annexation of unserved areas in Marshall County.

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Chillicothe Circle of Service

Dec 30, 2024 12:23PM

We’re wrapping up our Terri Lynn nut sales and thank the community for their support. Profits from our only fundraising event allow us to award three scholarships to graduating IVC seniors.

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Chillicothe Vocational/Continuing Education Grant Application

Dec 30, 2024 12:21PM

The Rotary Club of Chillicothe $1,000 Vocational/Continuing Education Grant aims to support individuals pursuing vocational training or continuing education in skilled trades.

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Message from the Chamber of Commerce

Dec 30, 2024 12:07PM ● By Ginny Molleck, President, Chillicothe Chamber of Commerce

We had our December member’s lunch at Pearce Community Center with catering by FroSmoke’s Meatery. Although the attendance was small due to busy holiday schedules, we enjoyed some nice conversation and good food.

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Optimistically Speaking HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Dec 30, 2024 12:05PM

2025 is here and we are excited to see what the new year will bring! New opportunities to do something great await all of us. Maybe you are one of those people who makes New Year’s resolutions or not.

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