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Gillespie Library Tree of Remembrance

Wed, 11 Dec 2013 09:51:31 CST
During the month of December, Friends of the Gillespie Library are providing a "Tree of Remembrance" for local residents to honor and remember loved ones during the holidays. The ornaments will be on display throughout the holiday season and then can be picked up at the library. Read more...

Gillespie Fire Department New Years Eve Fundraiser

Thu, 12 Dec 2013 14:55:23 CST
The Gillespie Fire Department will have their New Years Eve dance and steak dinner fundraiser on December 31st at the Gillespie Civic Center. Doors open at 7pm. Food being served include steak, baked potato, salad, and dessert. There will be live music performed by "Southern Blend" as well as a silent auction. Read more...

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Smith Resigns From Hillsboro City Council

Wed, 11 Dec 2013 12:28:47 CST
(Hillsboro)--The Hillsboro City Council accepted the resignation of Commissioner Paul Smith during their meeting Tuesday night. Commissioner Smith gave his upcoming move out of town as his reasoning for stepping down. The City Council hopes to have a replacement named sometime in January. Read more...

New Procedure for Salvation Army Assistance

Wed, 11 Dec 2013 11:13:01 CST
Carlinville area residents utilizing assistance from the Good Samaritan Ministries-Salvation Army Fund are being adivised that sign-up and distribution of funds is changing as of January 2014. Starting in January, Salvation Army funds will no longer be distributed for rent assistance. Read more...

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