Despite the tragic fire that Raber Packing Company suffered shortly after the Hopewell Grange Pancake and Sausage Supper last year, they have offered to once again make sausage from a special recipe and cook it on site.
A fall craft and vendor fair will be hosted by Hopewell Grange on Saturday, October 26, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Grange Hall, located at 474 Grange Road, Washington.
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SPRINGFIELD – Current and former leaders of the Illinois Air National Guard said Tuesday the obesity rate in the United States has become a national security threat and they urged state lawmakers to invest more in early childhood education programs that focus on nutrition, health and physica…
The Washington Middle School will present, “High School Musical Jr.” on October 17-18 at 7 p.m., and October 19 at 3 p.m.
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The ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Frances Whittaker Center for Musical Arts addition to Washington Community High School was more than a showcase for a new, exemplary band and choir facility.
Hopewell Grange is once again making plans to hold its Pancake and Sausage Supper as it has every year since the early 1950’s. This community event features sausage prepared from a special recipe, sauerkraut with pork cooked all day for the best flavor, and chunky applesauce served family st…
Grace Works Clothing Giveaway will be held Saturday, October 12 at Roland Manor Baptist Church, located at 2433 Washington Road in Sunnyland.
For skater Kyle Shropshire, ice skating has always been part of his life.
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The Ninth Annual “Bit of Home” event in support of our military troops will be held Saturday, October 12 in Roanoke-Benson High School at 9 a.m. when packaging will take place. Volunteers are welcome.
U.S. Navy Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) Airman Corbin Caccia, left, from Washington, Illinois, holds the American flag, and Airman Chase Sawyer, from Hampton, Virginia, holds the Union Jack as they pose for a photograph following evening colors on the flight deck of the aircraft carri…
An October Blood Drive will be held at Five Points Washington on Monday, October 14 from 12:30-6:30 p.m. Appointments are preferred and can be scheduled by downloading the Mobile Blood Donor app from the American Red Cross, going to www.redcrossblood.org, or by calling Shelley at 309-444-750…
Bob Streitmatter, Registered Landscape Architect and Garden Manager of Luthy Botanical Garden, will present “Gardening with Four Seasons of Interest” at the September 24 meeting of the Town & Country Gardeners in the Miller Room, Five Points Washington, 360 N. Wilmor Road, Washington at …
High school hoops fans can expect the same high-caliber level of play from local and top-tier national teams at this year’s Tournament of Champions to be held November 26-30. Exceptional basketball is a given, but this year’s tournament brings a new name and new cause – The Kevin Brown Memor…
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Shirley Blackburn knows a thing or two about apples. If you visit Partridge Point Orchard in Metamora and you’re fortunate enough to talk to her, chances are you’ll leave with a wealth of knowledge. She can tell you which apples make the best crisps, or how to read freckles on apples to kno…
The Illinois Department of Transportation announces that resurfacing on Business U.S. 24 between U.S. 24 near Eureka and Lynn Street in Washington is underway.
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The Annual Washington Community High School Marching Panther Invitational will be held Saturday, September 7 at WCHS’s Babcook Field from 1-9:15 p.m. Gates will open at noon and cost for adults will be $8, $5 for Seniors and K-12 students. Washington School District #50, District #51, Distri…
A Women’s Bible Study will be hosted by Hands of Love Ministry beginning September 10 at the Germantown Hills Fire House Community Room, located at 313 Prairie Ave. in Germantown Hills.
Illinois Farm Bureau president speaks on USDA announcement to delay crop insurance premium due dates
The following is a statement from Illinois Farm Bureau President Richard Guebert, Jr., regarding the USDA’s announcement that it will delay crop insurance premium due dates to help farmers affected by extreme weather manage their financials this fall.
SPRINGFIELD – Leading Illinois Republicans acknowledged the stark political reality their party faces in the state at a joint breakfast of the state central committee and county chairmen’s association Thursday, but said the state’s “aggressive progressive” swing to the left this year offers …
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The Fifth Annual Kayak Fun Challenge Obstacle Course Race will be held Saturday, August 24, 2019 at Eureka Lake, Eureka, IL beginning at 9 a.m. and ending at noon. Proceeds from the race are supporting Heartline and Heart House of Eureka, which services to women and children in crisis situat…
OSF Senior World in Morton is hosting a free community event offering entertainment, education and healthy living tips on August 21 from 2-3:30 p.m. at Brandon Wood Retirement Center, located at 730 W. Jefferson Street.
The Washington Park District and the Arts Festival Committee would like to announce that the 2019 Washington Arts Festival will be held the weekend of August 17-18 at Washington Park, 815 Lincoln Street in Washington, Illinois. Juried exhibitors have already registered and are looking forwar…
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Illinois State Representative Ryan Spain hosted his third annual Summer Reading Party at Shore Acres Pool in Chillicothe on August 8. Children in grades K-6 residing in the 73rd District were treated to a fun evening of swimming and ice cream for reading at least eight books over the summer.
It is time to get kids ready for #VaxToSchool. As the upcoming school year quickly approaches and you start on your back-to-school plans, make sure your kids are up-to-date on their required vaccinations. Use the hashtag #VaxToSchool on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to encourage others to…
Illinois Central College’s leadership team met with Midstate College’s President and Provost to offer support for Midstate students in light of the college’s recent closing announcement.
SPRINGFIELD – The State of Illinois received an extension for submitting a request to the federal government for a major disaster declaration related to severe storms and flooding that occurred between late February and early July. The original deadline for such submission was August 2. The …
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Pritzker signs bills strengthening Scott’s Law, enhancing penalties for construction zone violations
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The Gordon family of Washington, Illinois is working to create a new park at 406 Peoria Street in Washington in memory of the late Robert and Loretta Gordon, long-time pillars of the Washington community during their lives, and the Gordon family needs your help.
SPRINGFIELD – Gov. J.B. Pritzker surpassed 100 bills signed as he put his signature on more than 30 new laws last week. They included a measure to increase penalties on texting drivers who cause great bodily harm, and another to allow certain recipients of food stamps to use them at state-co…
Eureka College has earned a STARS Bronze rating in recognition of its sustainability achievements from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE). STARS, the Sustainability Tracking, Assessment and Rating System measures and encourages sustainability in…
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Samantha Killen of Washington and a student at Illinois Central College, was awarded the college gold medal in Graphics Imaging-Sublimation, one of the nation's highest awards given at the 2019 SkillsUSA Championships, held in Louisville, KY, on June 26-27. More than 6,500 students competed …
The Washington Park District, in conjunction with Washington Community Bank, would like to announce the 2019 Back to School Bash to be held Tuesday, July 30 at the Washington Park Pool.
The Washington Park District and the Arts Festival Committee would like to announce that the 2019 Washington Arts Festival will be held the weekend of August 17-18 at Washington Park, 815 Lincoln Street in Washington. Juried exhibitors have already registered and are looking forward to showi…
Be sure to come out for an evening of live music, art, specials from your favorite retailers and restaurants, and so much more at Morton Fourth Fridays on Friday, July 26 from 5-8 p.m.
Rock the Farm 2019, a concert to benefit Easterseals Central Illinois, will be held Friday, August 9 at Mackinaw Valley Winery. Headlining the stage are The Way Down Wanders, acclaimed as number one of “10 New Artists You Need to Know” by Rolling Stone Magazine 2019 and the hometown band th…
The Threads, Hope and Love charity organization will be hosting a Garden Party on Saturday, July 20 at 1 p.m. Threads is located at 121 Zinser Place, Washington, IL. Former science teacher, Robert Bell, will be showing his butterfly gardens and teaching guests how to raise their own, to help…
Washington area community service volunteers were recognized and presented with a certificate at a meeting of the Hopewell Grange on July 8. Grange members were encouraged to nominate those who serve the local community. The names of those volunteers who were honored locally will be sent to…
Midwest Food Bank has recently received a donation from the Heart of Illinois United Way, a $40,000 gift specifically aimed at funding child feeding programs.
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On Saturday, July 20, 2019, the Tazewell County Republicans will host the annual Veterans Appreciation Breakfast at the Morton American Legion Post 318 from 8-10 a.m. on Saturday, July 20, 2019. This breakfast is an opportunity to honor veterans by providing a delicious breakfast, which is f…
As had been widely reported, residents of southern California recently experienced a 7.0 magnitude earthquake. To this day, residents continue to experience significantly powerful aftershocks. The event served as a stark reminder that earthquakes can happen anywhere in the world and at any …
The Tri-County Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) is a collaborative undertaking to highlight the health needs and well-being of residents in the Tri-County region, Peoria, Tazewell and Woodford counties. Several themes are prevalent in this assessment, the demographic composition of t…
The Tri-County Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) is a collaborative undertaking to highlight the health needs and well-being of residents in the Tri-County region, Peoria, Tazewell and Woodford counties. Several themes are prevalent in this assessment, the demographic composition of t…
ICC alumnus Dr. Jonathan Sauder has been honored on the national stage as President Trump recently named 18 NASA researchers as recipients of the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE).
The Washington Specialty Shops will be hosting a Summer Celebration on the Square on Saturday, July 20. The celebration will feature Yoga on the Square at 9:30 a.m., a Car Cruise-In from 2-6 p.m., music, food trucks and children's activities. Stores will remain open late for guests to visit.…
The Washington Park District would like to remind you of the following concert series still planned for the month of July. All Sunday concerts will take place at the Rotary Shelter located in Washington Park (820 Lincoln Street) from 6-8 p.m. Concerts are free to attend and include ice cream.
Washington Township road crews have been out in full force improving local road conditions this summer. Township crew members (above) worked through the high temps while refinishing the blacktop with fresh asphalt throughout School Street in this photo taken on Tuesday, July 2, 2019. Other r…
The Prairieland Koi & Pond of Central Illinois will be hosting a pond tour on Saturday July 13, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. This tour will feature a tour of 10 local, unique ponds located at the following homes or business:
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