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Why I JOINED? Chillicothe Community Fire Protection District

Oct 29, 2024 12:02PM ● By Firefighter Jake Geiger

My name is Jake Geiger, and I am very thankful to have grown up in this amazing community. I was a St. Edward Jaguar and an IVC Grey Ghost. I have been heavily involved in Scouting since I was young, and I eventually achieved the rank of Eagle Scout with Troop 91, where I am now also a troop leader.

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Rachel Krause – First Female Eagle Scout in the IVC School District

Oct 29, 2024 12:00PM ● By Sherry Killion Adams

Rachel Krause, or Rae as she likes to be called, is the first female Eagle Scout in the IVC school district. Rae is a senior at IVC this year, and has been in scouting for five years. She was a founding member of her troop that her mother Gwyn presides over as Scout Leader.

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Rotary Community Impact

Oct 29, 2024 11:57AM

The Halloween Party for the Crabel Court residents is a favorite service project of the Rotary Club of Chillicothe. It was held at the Peoria Casting Club on October 30th, 2024. Participants were given a treat bag and served Molly’s Pizza and desserts from the Princeville Bakery.

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Chillicothe Circle of Service

Oct 29, 2024 11:55AM

Terri Lynn nut sales (and other goodies) begin in early November, and prices are the same as last year! This is our only fundraising project and raises money for scholarships for 2025 IVC graduating seniors.

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Message from the Chamber of Commerce

Oct 29, 2024 11:52AM

This year’s Merchant Trick or Treat event was a great success for the kids… again; no matter the weather. We hope you parents enjoyed the kids’ sugar rush!

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Optimistically Speaking – November 2024

Oct 29, 2024 11:51AM

Last month we enjoyed fall in its full splendor of reds, oranges, and yellows. Now it’s time to get out those sweatshirts, jackets, and long pants. You might feel like cooking comfort foods like; chili, chicken and noodles, soups, and stews. (Or at least ordering them off the menu.)

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Chillicothe Canner Goes for the Purple at Illinois State Fair

Oct 29, 2024 11:45AM ● By Scott Fishel

Winning a blue ribbon in the Illinois State Fair canning competition would be enough for most home canning enthusiasts. Not Chillicothe resident Ray Nicklin.

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Q&A With IDOT on the New 45mph Speed Zone on Route 29

Oct 29, 2024 11:44AM

With the recent introduction of the reduced speed zone on Route 29, Chillicothe Voice asked a few questions to Paul Wappel, Public Information Officer with the Illinois Department of Transportation, to help clarify their decision.

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IN THE SPOTLIGHT – Andrea Mercier “My Heart In a Book”

Oct 29, 2024 11:42AM ● By Sherry Killion Adams

Andrea Douglas, along with her identical twin, Heather, was born and grew up in Aledo, Illinois. She attended Aledo High School where she was an athlete, competing in softball, basketball, and golf.

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What’s Happening in Chillicothe... November 2024

Oct 29, 2024 10:48AM ● By the City of Chillicothe

November marks the beginning of a new tradition with a holiday event called Nikolausmarkt. This is a German inspired holiday market being held in City Park. It will run the same weekend as the Christmas parade.

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