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35th Montgomery County Fair

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 11:28:46 CDT
The 35th Annual Montgomery County Fair will be held Wednesday, June 23rd through Sunday, June 27th at the fairgrounds in Butler. Agricultural events include the sheep show at 9am followed by the goat show at noon on Wednesday. Thursday the beef show is at 9am, and on Friday the swine show starts at 9 am. Read more...

Gillespie UMC Vacation Bible School

Sun, 20 Jun 2021 19:41:51 CDT
The First United Methodist Church of Gillespie will be holding vacation bible school for kids entering Kindergarten through 7th grade this coming fall at the Church on June 21st through the 25th, starting each day at 9am. For more info call Kristen Griffel at 217-691-7469 or Kim Henderson at 217-710-0863. Read more...

Shipman Fireman's Assoc. Fireworks Display

Sun, 20 Jun 2021 19:41:04 CDT
The Shipman Fireman's Assoc. will be putting on a fireworks display on Saturday, July 3rd at Shipman Lake. Food by carry out will be available at 5 pm, menu consists of pork chops, pulled pork, potato salad, baked beans, soda and water. Read more...

Litchfield 5K Freedom Fun Run/Walk

Sun, 20 Jun 2021 19:40:10 CDT
The Litchfield Chamber of Commerce will be holding their 19th Annual 5K Freedom Fun Run/Walk on Saturday, July 3rd starting at 7:30 am at Lake Lou Yaeger Picnic Area #3. Read more...

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Nokomis Tornado Siren Out of Comission

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 14:40:19 CDT
A follow-up reminder in case you hadn’t heard. The Nokomis Tornado Siren is out of commission until further notice because of struggles landing replacement parts. The City of Nokomis Emergency Services and Disaster Agency is encouraging residents to take charge of obtaining severe weather information, including acquiring... Read more...

Litchfield Seniors Cancels June Meeting

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 11:35:15 CDT
The Litchfield Senior Citizens will be cancelling thier June meeting that was to be held on Sunday, June 27th. the next meeting will be held on Sunday, July 25th with a catered meal. Read more...

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