Area News Highlights
Atwood Apple Dumpling, Sesquicentennial Festivities Set for August 18 & 19
By DORIS ELMORE Staff Writer The Atwood Apple Dumpling/Sesquicentennial Celebration is right around the corner, Friday and Saturday, August 18 & 19. The Atwood Chamber of Commerce and the Sesquicentennial Committee have been working diligently to have the best festival ever. There are some great additions to the festival this year, such as the Apple…
Read MoreARTHUR BOY SCOUTS
Members of Arthur’s Boy Scout Troop 74 and Girl Scout Troop 3130 carried the flags for Hammond’s 150th celebration parade on July 22. From left, Gabe Jacobs, Andrew Holt, Scoutmaster Brian Holt, Dee Holt, and Brian Holt.
Read MoreALAH VOLLEYBALL AT PARKLAND TOURNEY
The ALAH Knights volleyball team finished off their summer workouts at a two day tournament held at Parkland College on July 29 and 30. Sophomore Summer Melton hits the ball in the first game against St. Joe on Sunday, Watching Summer are, from left to right, Karaline Vanausdoll and Mackenzie Condill and at the net…
Read MoreGRAHAM VETERINARY CLINIC RIBBON CUTTING.
GRAHAM VETERINARY CLINIC RIBBON CUTTING. A ribbon cutting and open house celebration was held on Saturday, July 22 at their new location – 528 North Vine, Arthur. Dr. Heidi Grooms arrived in style driven by horse and carriage from the former location to the new facility. Pictured are (front row) Torri Bickel, Loretta Bickel, Taylor…
Read MoreHammond Sesquicentennial Celebration.
The Village of Hammond held its sesquicentennial celebration July 21, 22 and 23. Pictured is Kent Brown who was named Grand Marshal and led the parade that was held at noon on Saturday, July 22.
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The Village of Hammond held its sesquicentennial celebration July 21, 22 and 23. Pictured are, the Little Miss and Mister contest was held Friday evening. There was a total of 17 contestants. Winning the title of Little Mister Hammond was Carson Woll. Carson is the 1 year old son of Kyle and Brittany Woll. Winning…
Read MoreHammond Sesquicentennial Celebration.
The Village of Hammond held its sesquicentennial celebration July 21, 22 and 23. Pictured is the Parsons family who were named as the Hammond Sesquicentennial Family. They were recognized by Village President Marsha Burgener at the opening ceremony on Friday night. Pictured from left is Burgener, Bentley, Angie, Jayden and Jon Parsons. Not pictured is…
Read MoreHammond Sesquicentennial Celebration.
State Senator Sally Turner presented Village President Marsha Burgener with a Certificate of Recognition to the Village of Hammond from the Illinois State Senate on Friday, July 21, in recognition of its 150th anniversary (1873-2023). The Village of Hammond held its sesquicentennial celebration July 21, 22 and 23.
Read MoreCOFFEE and CONVERSATION
Long Creek Township hosted a “Coffee and Conversation” with State Senator Sally Turner, 44th District on July 20. Long Creek Township Clerk Bryan Smith welcomed the Senator. This event gave residents the opportunity to meet Senator Turner who now represents the area. It was a record breaking attendance and many questions were asked by residents…
Read MoreALAH Football play in Robinson 7 on 7 Passing Tournament and Lineman’s Challenge
Knights senior quarterback Jayce Parsons takes a snap from center Adam Morgan as Coaches Don McCarthy and Ryan Jefferson watch from behind. The Knights played in the annual Robinson High School 7 on 7 tournament on Saturday, July 22. The Knights played a total of 6 games in the tourney.
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